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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,198 cc

LF52 FMUMOT history

LF52 FMU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 4 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 25 MOT tests, with 57,258 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2026.

LF52 FMU blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Sept 2027
Mileage
57,258 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
22 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,286 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 FMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
12 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 FMU was last recorded at 57,258 miles on 5 Sept 2026, 11,905 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,353 miles · 30 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
11,905 miles
Average per year
2,286 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,258 miles
  • 2025 – 45,353 miles
  • 2024 – 39,997 miles
  • 2023 – 37,025 miles
  • 2022 – 32,883 miles
  • 2021 – 26,602 miles
  • 2020 – 26,494 miles
  • 2019 – 26,408 miles
  • 2018 – 26,171 miles
  • 2017 – 25,972 miles
  • 2016 – 25,754 miles
  • 2015 – 25,536 miles
  • 2014 – 25,179 miles
  • 2013 – 24,696 miles
  • 2012 – 24,475 miles
  • 2011 – 23,815 miles
  • 2010 – 23,056 miles
  • 2009 – 20,684 miles
  • 2008 – 17,985 miles
  • 2007 – 15,252 miles
  • 2006 – 12,243 miles
  • 2005 – 9,147 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,258 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBoth front outer cv boots seepage
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre tread, 3mm

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,258 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    57,258 miles
    Test number
    425475419625
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front outer cv boots seepage
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre tread, 3mm

  2. Fail57,258 miles (+11,905)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,258 miles
    Test number
    274260048733
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front outer cv boots seepage
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre tread, 3mm

  3. Pass45,353 miles (+5,356)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    45,353 miles
    Test number
    696133038995
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Both front outer cv boots seepage
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  4. Pass39,997 miles (+2,972)4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    39,997 miles
    Test number
    770606283045
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  5. Pass37,025 miles (+4,142)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    37,025 miles
    Test number
    513568473516
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass32,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    32,883 miles
    Test number
    520401663450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail32,878 miles (+6,276)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,878 miles
    Test number
    245359803766
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass26,602 miles (+108)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    26,602 miles
    Test number
    592679076735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass26,494 miles (+86)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    26,494 miles
    Test number
    621750863266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass26,408 miles (+237)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    26,408 miles
    Test number
    525875917050
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished/cracked

  11. Pass26,171 miles (+199)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    26,171 miles
    Test number
    924611718414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass25,972 miles (+218)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    25,972 miles
    Test number
    487939101798
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass25,754 miles (+218)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    25,754 miles
    Test number
    511452019369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass25,536 miles (+357)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    25,536 miles
    Test number
    619470590517
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass25,179 miles (+483)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    25,179 miles
    Test number
    546056014276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,696 miles (+221)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    24,696 miles
    Test number
    145677493196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,475 miles (+660)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    24,475 miles
    Test number
    826975912270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,815 miles (+759)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    23,815 miles
    Test number
    455433801225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteRear tyres outter edges badly cracked but no cords or plys showing

  19. Fail23,056 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,056 miles
    Test number
    162754910289
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished / cracked
    • NoteFront suspension anti roll bar deteriorated

  20. Pass23,056 miles (+2,372)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    23,056 miles
    Test number
    493864210265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished / cracked
    • NoteFront suspension anti roll bar deteriorated

  21. Pass20,684 miles (+2,699)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    20,684 miles
    Test number
    382839309441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,985 miles (+2,733)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    17,985 miles
    Test number
    382588518291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,252 miles (+3,009)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    15,252 miles
    Test number
    642023217261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass12,243 miles (+3,096)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    12,243 miles
    Test number
    422880026244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass9,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    9,147 miles
    Test number
    784541135200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 FMU

Does LF52 FMU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 FMU is valid until 4 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 FMU?
The MOT on LF52 FMU is valid until 4 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 FMU done?
LF52 FMU was recorded at 57,258 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2026, an average of 2,286 miles a year.
Has LF52 FMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 FMU has failed 3 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LF52 FMU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LF52 FMU find?
LF52 FMU passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip; both front outer cv boots seepage, and 3 more.

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