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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,198 cc

LF52 YHBMOT history

LF52 YHB is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 119,319 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

LF52 YHB silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
119,319 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,108 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 YHB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
5 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 YHB was last recorded at 119,319 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 1,040 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,279 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,040 miles
Average per year
5,108 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,319 miles
  • 2025 – 118,279 miles
  • 2024 – 116,128 miles
  • 2023 – 112,211 miles
  • 2022 – 105,749 miles
  • 2021 – 99,863 miles
  • 2020 – 99,408 miles
  • 2019 – 91,947 miles
  • 2018 – 84,743 miles
  • 2017 – 78,580 miles
  • 2016 – 72,925 miles
  • 2015 – 65,929 miles
  • 2014 – 53,509 miles
  • 2013 – 51,190 miles
  • 2012 – 45,603 miles
  • 2011 – 39,869 miles
  • 2010 – 34,201 miles
  • 2009 – 30,598 miles
  • 2008 – 27,860 miles
  • 2007 – 23,236 miles
  • 2006 – 19,352 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,319 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened stops broken (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 4 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,319 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    119,319 miles
    Test number
    659519036374
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened stops broken (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail119,319 miles (+1,040)3 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,319 miles
    Test number
    416944944973
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened stops broken (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass118,279 miles4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    118,279 miles
    Test number
    491363265449
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail118,279 miles (+2,151)1 dangerous4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,279 miles
    Test number
    429711638083
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass116,128 miles (+3,917)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    116,128 miles
    Test number
    358326848337
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass112,211 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    112,211 miles
    Test number
    965075978480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail112,207 miles (+6,458)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,207 miles
    Test number
    178906070686
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass105,749 miles (+5,886)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    105,749 miles
    Test number
    402395143180
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass99,863 miles (+455)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    99,863 miles
    Test number
    801418969178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass99,408 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    99,408 miles
    Test number
    485637645231
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail99,408 miles (+7,461)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,408 miles
    Test number
    371923394289
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass91,947 miles (+7,204)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    91,947 miles
    Test number
    111307705544
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on

  13. Pass84,743 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    84,743 miles
    Test number
    411122957792
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre flexi (7.1.2)

  14. Fail84,743 miles (+6,163)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,743 miles
    Test number
    568608949779
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre flexi (7.1.2)

  15. Pass78,580 miles (+5,655)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    78,580 miles
    Test number
    762021855161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,925 miles (+6,996)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    72,925 miles
    Test number
    350478823578
    • AdvisoryEM might on
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass65,929 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    65,929 miles
    Test number
    619648775014
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine mil lamp on

  18. Fail65,929 miles (+12,420)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,929 miles
    Test number
    119055675007
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine mil lamp on

  19. Pass53,509 miles (+2,319)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    53,509 miles
    Test number
    525007784097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,190 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    51,190 miles
    Test number
    218838143262
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  21. Fail51,190 miles (+5,587)1 dangerous2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,190 miles
    Test number
    525877343271
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  22. Pass45,603 miles (+18)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    45,603 miles
    Test number
    806051452278
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteHandbrake has slight free travel
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  23. Fail45,585 miles (+5,716)2 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,585 miles
    Test number
    556487042287
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteHandbrake has slight free travel
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  24. Pass39,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    39,869 miles
    Test number
    458044541270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail39,869 miles (+5,668)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,869 miles
    Test number
    379994641466
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  26. Pass34,201 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    34,201 miles
    Test number
    542559340289
    • NoteBoth rear tyres heavily spliting!!!
    • NoteFront pads wearing low..
    • NoteRear indicators whitening!!!

  27. Fail34,201 miles (+3,603)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,201 miles
    Test number
    571679540271
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres heavily spliting!!!
    • NoteFront pads wearing low..
    • NoteRear indicators whitening!!!

  28. Pass30,598 miles (+2,738)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    30,598 miles
    Test number
    831890469253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass27,860 miles (+4,624)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    27,860 miles
    Test number
    853394738248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass23,236 miles (+3,884)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    23,236 miles
    Test number
    234839347292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass19,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    19,352 miles
    Test number
    702647846242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 YHB

Does LF52 YHB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 YHB is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 YHB?
The MOT on LF52 YHB is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 YHB done?
LF52 YHB was recorded at 119,319 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 5,108 miles a year.
Has LF52 YHB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 YHB has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LF52 YHB 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 YHB find?
LF52 YHB passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened stops broken; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 4 more.

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