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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,390 cc

LF52 OYDMOT history

LF52 OYD is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 25 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 80,503 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2023.

LF52 OYD grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 25 Aug 2024
Mileage
80,503 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,911 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 OYD
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 expired on 25 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 OYD was last recorded at 80,503 miles on 26 Aug 2023, 8,506 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,997 miles · 4 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
8,506 miles
Average per year
3,911 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 80,503 miles
  • 2022 – 71,997 miles
  • 2021 – 70,332 miles
  • 2020 – 69,241 miles
  • 2018 – 66,695 miles
  • 2016 – 62,120 miles
  • 2015 – 60,019 miles
  • 2014 – 57,884 miles
  • 2013 – 56,508 miles
  • 2012 – 50,666 miles
  • 2011 – 42,163 miles
  • 2010 – 34,357 miles
  • 2009 – 24,550 miles
  • 2007 – 19,622 miles
  • 2005 – 10,393 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,503 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,503 miles (+8,506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    80,503 miles
    Test number
    228564781427
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass71,997 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    71,997 miles
    Test number
    908256064714
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing slightly noisy both (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail71,991 miles (+1,659)2 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,991 miles
    Test number
    812103197310
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing slightly noisy both (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass70,332 miles (+1,091)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    70,332 miles
    Test number
    642420877888
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass69,241 miles4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2021
    Odometer
    69,241 miles
    Test number
    220823353668
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail69,241 miles (+2,546)4 repaired4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,241 miles
    Test number
    454731518051
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass66,695 miles (+1,764)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    66,695 miles
    Test number
    770404287603
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass64,931 miles (+2,811)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    64,931 miles
    Test number
    426315829774
    • AdvisoryE.M.L light on
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  9. Pass62,120 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    62,120 miles
    Test number
    177510599024
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  10. Fail62,120 miles (+2,101)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,120 miles
    Test number
    186331861638
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  11. Pass60,019 miles (+2,135)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    60,019 miles
    Test number
    251405661066
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass57,884 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    57,884 miles
    Test number
    256075214387
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres outer wall cracking

  13. Fail57,884 miles (+1,376)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,884 miles
    Test number
    737425314390
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres outer wall cracking

  14. Pass56,508 miles (+5,842)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    56,508 miles
    Test number
    466999393248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail50,666 miles2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,666 miles
    Test number
    325859892230
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres outer wall slightly detoriated

  16. Pass50,666 miles (+8,503)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    50,666 miles
    Test number
    378759692253
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres outer wall slightly detoriated

  17. Pass42,163 miles (+7,806)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    42,163 miles
    Test number
    178001381236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass34,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    34,357 miles
    Test number
    421002690200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail34,357 miles (+2,964)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,357 miles
    Test number
    753892390275
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass31,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    31,393 miles
    Test number
    954425630028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail31,393 miles (+6,843)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,393 miles
    Test number
    774105330019
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass24,550 miles (+4,928)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    24,550 miles
    Test number
    110059219453
    • NoteFitted offside and nearside rear indicator bulbs (both were white)

  23. Pass19,622 miles (+3,232)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    19,622 miles
    Test number
    271215557348
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine mangment light staying on

  24. Pass16,390 miles (+5,997)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    16,390 miles
    Test number
    231505517038
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteN/s/f tyre starting to perish

  25. Pass10,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    10,393 miles
    Test number
    923735665246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 OYD

Does LF52 OYD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 OYD expired on 25 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 OYD?
The MOT on LF52 OYD expired on 25 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 OYD done?
LF52 OYD was recorded at 80,503 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2023, an average of 3,911 miles a year.
Has LF52 OYD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 OYD has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LF52 OYD 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 OYD find?
LF52 OYD passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2023 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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