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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LS52 OFOMOT history

LS52 OFO is a blue diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Nov 2002. Its MOT expired on 11 Jan 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 121,437 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2023.

LS52 OFO blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Jan 2024
Mileage
121,437 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,602 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 OFO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
21 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 OFO was last recorded at 121,437 miles on 12 Jan 2023, 7,153 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,284 miles · 7 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
7,153 miles
Average per year
4,602 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 121,437 miles
  • 2022 – 114,284 miles
  • 2021 – 109,676 miles
  • 2020 – 103,697 miles
  • 2019 – 103,695 miles
  • 2018 – 95,822 miles
  • 2017 – 92,048 miles
  • 2016 – 88,707 miles
  • 2015 – 82,892 miles
  • 2014 – 78,761 miles
  • 2013 – 73,873 miles
  • 2012 – 70,156 miles
  • 2011 – 64,696 miles
  • 2010 – 61,298 miles
  • 2009 – 57,426 miles
  • 2008 – 54,018 miles
  • 2007 – 49,742 miles
  • 2006 – 47,048 miles
  • 2005 – 42,203 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,437 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust corrosion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,437 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    121,437 miles
    Test number
    347492144211
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail121,437 miles (+7,153)3 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,437 miles
    Test number
    361498243543
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass114,284 miles (+4,608)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    114,284 miles
    Test number
    730259612777
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass109,676 miles (+5,979)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    109,676 miles
    Test number
    578770247690
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot clip loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass103,697 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    103,697 miles
    Test number
    137684713031
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre treads wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryExhaust corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front & nearside front outer constant velocity boots perishing
  6. Fail103,695 miles (+7,873)8 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,695 miles
    Test number
    173045960074
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front & rear bushings (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre treads wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryExhaust corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front & nearside front outer constant velocity boots perishing
  7. Pass95,822 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    95,822 miles
    Test number
    400063778632
    • AdvisoryBack box casing rusty
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Body damage noted at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm out of shape on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock's rusty
    • AdvisoryRear Spring's rusty
    • AdvisorySmall chips to screen
  8. Fail95,821 miles (+3,773)6 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,821 miles
    Test number
    703903751052
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater missing Side (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working Side (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on Inner edge baud 165/70/14 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBack box casing rusty
    • AdvisoryBrake wear indicator on at time of test
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Body damage noted at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm out of shape on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm baud on inner edge no cord (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock's rusty
    • AdvisoryRear Spring's rusty
    • AdvisorySmall chips to screen
  9. Pass92,048 miles (+3,341)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    92,048 miles
    Test number
    446625986307
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corrosion noted
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre starting to crack and perish
  10. Pass88,707 miles (+5,815)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    88,707 miles
    Test number
    797402120589
    • AdvisoryExhaust corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
  11. Pass82,892 miles (+4,131)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    82,892 miles
    Test number
    323148667082
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  12. Fail78,761 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,761 miles
    Test number
    848368734319
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  13. Pass78,761 miles (+4,888)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    78,761 miles
    Test number
    947628134325
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  14. Pass73,873 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    73,873 miles
    Test number
    246036133310
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorating.
  15. Fail73,873 miles (+3,717)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,873 miles
    Test number
    556116333306
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorating.
  16. Pass70,156 miles (+5,460)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    70,156 miles
    Test number
    648296942310
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  17. Pass64,696 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    64,696 miles
    Test number
    138036141339
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  18. Fail64,696 miles (+3,398)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,696 miles
    Test number
    518436541340
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  19. Pass61,298 miles (+3,872)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    61,298 miles
    Test number
    484074140398
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  20. Pass57,426 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    57,426 miles
    Test number
    110235449395
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear tyres perished
  21. Fail57,426 miles (+3,408)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,426 miles
    Test number
    644095749369
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear tyres perished
  22. Pass54,018 miles (+4,276)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    54,018 miles
    Test number
    682394468392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail49,742 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,742 miles
    Test number
    350363727301
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  24. Pass49,742 miles (+2,694)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    49,742 miles
    Test number
    510413127316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass47,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    47,048 miles
    Test number
    472620226461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail47,048 miles (+4,845)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,048 miles
    Test number
    924440126345
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  27. Pass42,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    42,203 miles
    Test number
    473037295295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 OFO

Does LS52 OFO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS52 OFO expired on 11 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS52 OFO?
The MOT on LS52 OFO expired on 11 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS52 OFO done?
LS52 OFO was recorded at 121,437 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2023, an average of 4,602 miles a year.
Has LS52 OFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 OFO has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LS52 OFO 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 LS52 OFO find?
LS52 OFO passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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