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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,390 cc

LF52 FNJMOT history

LF52 FNJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 7 Sept 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 193,848 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2025.

LF52 FNJ black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Sept 2026
Mileage
193,848 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,409 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 FNJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
23 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 FNJ was last recorded at 193,848 miles on 8 Sept 2025, 8,686 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,162 miles · 12 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
8,686 miles
Average per year
9,409 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 193,848 miles
  • 2024 – 185,162 miles
  • 2023 – 169,345 miles
  • 2022 – 164,244 miles
  • 2021 – 159,632 miles
  • 2020 – 157,039 miles
  • 2019 – 155,324 miles
  • 2018 – 38,194 miles
  • 2017 – 37,252 miles
  • 2016 – 35,522 miles
  • 2015 – 33,234 miles
  • 2014 – 31,674 miles
  • 2013 – 29,462 miles
  • 2012 – 26,332 miles
  • 2011 – 22,648 miles
  • 2010 – 21,070 miles
  • 2009 – 20,129 miles
  • 2008 – 18,245 miles
  • 2007 – 16,335 miles
  • 2006 – 14,126 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,848 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,848 miles (+8,686)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    193,848 miles
    Test number
    954819267809
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass185,162 miles (+15,817)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    185,162 miles
    Test number
    643106481117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on broken wire
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  3. Pass169,345 miles (+5,101)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    169,345 miles
    Test number
    330994778721
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass164,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    164,244 miles
    Test number
    639065350155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail164,244 miles (+4,612)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,244 miles
    Test number
    231254998245
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass159,632 miles (+2,593)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    159,632 miles
    Test number
    794957491445
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine OIl (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Transmission Oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass157,039 miles (+1,715)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    157,039 miles
    Test number
    254647502830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass155,324 miles (+117,130)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    155,324 miles
    Test number
    559253991446
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre inner edge wearing low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre inner edge slightly offshape
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer skin corroded

  9. Pass38,194 miles (+942)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    38,194 miles
    Test number
    868593268658
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Pass37,252 miles (+1,730)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    37,252 miles
    Test number
    320377450867
    • AdvisoryOffside front upper anti roll linkage gaiter deteriorating

  11. Pass35,522 miles (+2,288)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    35,522 miles
    Test number
    955771801924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass33,234 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    33,234 miles
    Test number
    225568395135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear screen washer not working
    • NoteRear washer fluid leaking near pump
    • NoteWheel tracking strongly adviced*****

  13. Fail33,234 miles (+1,560)1 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,234 miles
    Test number
    936938095181
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear screen washer not working
    • NoteRear washer fluid leaking near pump
    • NoteWheel tracking strongly adviced*****

  14. Pass31,674 miles (+2,212)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    31,674 miles
    Test number
    757222704200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEML warning on
    • NoteNearside front window switch insecure

  15. Pass29,462 miles (+96)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    29,462 miles
    Test number
    366697813401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail29,366 miles (+3,034)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,366 miles
    Test number
    446952113287
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass26,332 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    26,332 miles
    Test number
    948407322214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEML warning on

  18. Fail26,332 miles (+3,684)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,332 miles
    Test number
    686746222247
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEML warning on

  19. Pass22,648 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    22,648 miles
    Test number
    488218701225
    • NoteEML intermittant
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arm bushes deteriorating
    • NoteNearside rear pads wearing low

  20. Fail22,648 miles (+1,578)2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,648 miles
    Test number
    995208801240
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteEML intermittant
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arm bushes deteriorating
    • NoteNearside rear pads wearing low

  21. Pass21,070 miles (+941)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    21,070 miles
    Test number
    732805910256
    • NoteEml on
    • NoteGearbox oil leak

  22. Pass20,129 miles (+1,884)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    20,129 miles
    Test number
    512276399163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside front lower suspension arm trailing bush deteriorating
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer wall damage

  23. Pass18,245 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    18,245 miles
    Test number
    193856708276
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail18,245 miles (+1,910)3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,245 miles
    Test number
    222006608228
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass16,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    16,335 miles
    Test number
    163306627291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail16,335 miles (+2,209)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,335 miles
    Test number
    542896127244
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass14,126 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    14,126 miles
    Test number
    611904716263
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges

Questions about LF52 FNJ

Does LF52 FNJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 FNJ expired on 7 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 FNJ?
The MOT on LF52 FNJ expired on 7 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 FNJ done?
LF52 FNJ was recorded at 193,848 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2025, an average of 9,409 miles a year.
Has LF52 FNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 FNJ has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LF52 FNJ 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 FNJ find?
LF52 FNJ passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2025 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive.

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