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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,390 cc

LF52 ONCMOT history

LF52 ONC is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 83,001 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

LF52 ONC grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
83,001 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 ONC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 ONC was last recorded at 83,001 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 4,082 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,919 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,082 miles
Average per year
3,514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,001 miles
  • 2024 – 78,919 miles
  • 2023 – 76,468 miles
  • 2022 – 73,126 miles
  • 2021 – 66,460 miles
  • 2020 – 62,286 miles
  • 2019 – 55,676 miles
  • 2018 – 50,369 miles
  • 2017 – 43,851 miles
  • 2016 – 39,865 miles
  • 2015 – 36,755 miles
  • 2013 – 35,454 miles
  • 2012 – 31,820 miles
  • 2010 – 26,725 miles
  • 2009 – 24,524 miles
  • 2008 – 22,062 miles
  • 2007 – 19,452 miles
  • 2006 – 15,415 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,001 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Co 0.14 lambda 1.004

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 14 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,001 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    83,001 miles
    Test number
    974798709198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail83,001 miles (+4,082)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,001 miles
    Test number
    534077405333
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass78,919 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    78,919 miles
    Test number
    959075441273
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail78,918 miles (+2,450)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,918 miles
    Test number
    170774777964
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass76,468 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    76,468 miles
    Test number
    762462843060
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail76,468 miles (+3,342)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,468 miles
    Test number
    918363680815
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass73,126 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    73,126 miles
    Test number
    910138168706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail73,100 miles (+6,640)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,100 miles
    Test number
    115379975384
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass66,460 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    66,460 miles
    Test number
    590775571862
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear. (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Fail66,460 miles (+4,174)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,460 miles
    Test number
    786804793264
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear. (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass62,286 miles (+6,610)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    62,286 miles
    Test number
    294444137365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass55,676 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    55,676 miles
    Test number
    469450488264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Fail55,670 miles (+5,301)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,670 miles
    Test number
    846424178772
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Pass50,369 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    50,369 miles
    Test number
    665738943252
    • AdvisoryCo 0.14 lambda 1.004
  15. Fail50,361 miles (+6,510)3 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,361 miles
    Test number
    751646936667
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCo 0.14 lambda 1.004
  16. Pass43,851 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    43,851 miles
    Test number
    780745834390
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake starting to bind.
  17. Fail43,851 miles (+3,986)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,851 miles
    Test number
    602062806314
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake starting to bind.
  18. Pass39,865 miles (+3,110)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    39,865 miles
    Test number
    181821190537
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass36,755 miles (+1,301)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    36,755 miles
    Test number
    949682755098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,454 miles (+3,634)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    35,454 miles
    Test number
    118533393475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,820 miles (+5,095)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    31,820 miles
    Test number
    859871292014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,725 miles (+2,201)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    26,725 miles
    Test number
    452803570220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,524 miles (+2,462)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    24,524 miles
    Test number
    504060869246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,062 miles (+2,610)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    22,062 miles
    Test number
    820292458284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass19,452 miles (+4,037)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    19,452 miles
    Test number
    474458067258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass15,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    15,415 miles
    Test number
    684027756265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 ONC

Does LF52 ONC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 ONC is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LF52 ONC?
The MOT on LF52 ONC is valid until 8 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 ONC done?
LF52 ONC was recorded at 83,001 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 3,514 miles a year.
Has LF52 ONC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 ONC has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LF52 ONC 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 ONC find?
LF52 ONC passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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