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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,198 cc

LS52 FJOMOT history

LS52 FJO is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 87,204 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

LS52 FJO silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jan 2027
Mileage
87,204 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,874 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 FJO
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
17 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 FJO was last recorded at 87,204 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 9,106 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Dec 2023: 72,053 miles, lower than 82,587 miles on 6 Apr 2022.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
78,098 miles · 22 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
9,106 miles
Average per year
3,874 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,204 miles
  • 2024 – 78,098 miles
  • 2023 – 72,053 miles
  • 2022 – 82,587 miles
  • 2021 – 54,587 miles
  • 2020 – 50,205 miles
  • 2019 – 46,596 miles
  • 2018 – 41,121 miles
  • 2017 – 34,291 miles
  • 2016 – 29,995 miles
  • 2015 – 27,903 miles
  • 2014 – 24,465 miles
  • 2013 – 22,641 miles
  • 2012 – 21,103 miles
  • 2011 – 19,999 miles
  • 2010 – 18,770 miles
  • 2009 – 16,031 miles
  • 2008 – 14,683 miles
  • 2007 – 13,408 miles
  • 2006 – 12,421 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,204 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass87,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    87,204 miles
    Test number
    843139233129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail87,204 miles (+9,106)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,204 miles
    Test number
    423217337727
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  3. Pass78,098 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    78,098 miles
    Test number
    449930330076
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  4. Fail78,098 miles (+6,045)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,098 miles
    Test number
    631595308183
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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))
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  5. Pass72,053 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    72,053 miles
    Test number
    782838257215
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail72,053 miles (-10,534)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,053 miles
    Test number
    937457039742
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass82,587 miles (+28,000)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    82,587 miles
    Test number
    254709089723
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear surface corrosion to suspension components
  8. Pass54,587 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    54,587 miles
    Test number
    548032431192
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear susspension componants
  9. Fail54,587 miles (+4,382)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,587 miles
    Test number
    836293670471
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to rear susspension componants
  10. Pass50,205 miles (+3,609)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    50,205 miles
    Test number
    881353987707
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system corroded
  11. Pass46,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    46,596 miles
    Test number
    786529185685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail46,596 miles (+5,475)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,596 miles
    Test number
    763633386915
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  13. Pass41,121 miles (+6,830)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    41,121 miles
    Test number
    410024920266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear indicator wiring connector broken but still working
  14. Pass34,291 miles (+4,296)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    34,291 miles
    Test number
    484829521702
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre void of tread on inner edge
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to all four road springs
  15. Pass29,995 miles (+2,092)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    29,995 miles
    Test number
    373008634358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass27,903 miles (+3,438)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    27,903 miles
    Test number
    967995939383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,465 miles (+1,824)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    24,465 miles
    Test number
    807059654257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,641 miles (+1,538)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    22,641 miles
    Test number
    679867763294
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  19. Pass21,103 miles (+1,104)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    21,103 miles
    Test number
    349868452203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,999 miles (+1,229)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    19,999 miles
    Test number
    167133171288
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre cracks developed
  21. Pass18,770 miles (+2,739)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    18,770 miles
    Test number
    940915470296
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  22. Pass16,031 miles (+1,348)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    16,031 miles
    Test number
    693074569274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,683 miles (+1,275)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    14,683 miles
    Test number
    754450068285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass13,408 miles (+987)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    13,408 miles
    Test number
    921379967274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass12,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    12,421 miles
    Test number
    810365676264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 FJO

Does LS52 FJO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS52 FJO is valid until 19 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS52 FJO?
The MOT on LS52 FJO is valid until 19 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS52 FJO done?
LS52 FJO was recorded at 87,204 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 3,874 miles a year.
Has LS52 FJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 FJO has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LS52 FJO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Dec 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS52 FJO find?
LS52 FJO passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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