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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LB02 NHZMOT history

LB02 NHZ is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Jun 2002. Its MOT expired on 5 Aug 2022 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 184,602 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Aug 2022
Mileage
184,602 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,349 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB02 NHZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
28 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB02 NHZ was last recorded at 184,602 miles on 12 Sept 2022, 1,876 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,726 miles · 6 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
1,876 miles
Average per year
6,349 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 184,602 miles
  • 2021 – 182,726 miles
  • 2020 – 181,538 miles
  • 2019 – 180,534 miles
  • 2018 – 178,456 miles
  • 2017 – 176,097 miles
  • 2016 – 172,737 miles
  • 2015 – 169,668 miles
  • 2014 – 166,309 miles
  • 2013 – 161,741 miles
  • 2012 – 154,942 miles
  • 2011 – 148,650 miles
  • 2010 – 141,059 miles
  • 2009 – 134,542 miles
  • 2008 – 124,777 miles
  • 2007 – 108,208 miles
  • 2006 – 80,979 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail184,602 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded outside prescribed areaRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisorySlight play in n/s/f and o/s/front top strut mounts

What MOT failures 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front outer sill holed and corroded outside prescribed area

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail184,602 miles (+1,876)7 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,602 miles
    Test number
    993284044377
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s/f and o/s/front top strut mounts

  2. Pass182,726 miles (+1,188)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    182,726 miles
    Test number
    837597229101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill outside prescribed area corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass181,538 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    181,538 miles
    Test number
    582580908704
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill holed outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail181,538 miles (+1,004)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,538 miles
    Test number
    583843787696
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill holed outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass180,534 miles (+2,078)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    180,534 miles
    Test number
    396530120694
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill holed outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass178,456 miles (+2,359)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    178,456 miles
    Test number
    555966308021
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorbers weak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill corroded outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill jagged edges have been covered by tape
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass176,097 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    176,097 miles
    Test number
    238636451132
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust pipe split (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill holed and corroded outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  8. Fail176,097 miles (+3,360)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,097 miles
    Test number
    776364712531
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.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)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust pipe split (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill holed and corroded outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  9. Pass172,737 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    172,737 miles
    Test number
    386689650573
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill holed and corroded outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail172,737 miles (+3,069)9 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,737 miles
    Test number
    295654126602
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill holed and corroded outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass169,668 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    169,668 miles
    Test number
    789047445158
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteHole in N.S.F outer sill but not in prescribed area
    • NoteSlight play in N.S.F steering rack inner joint

  12. Fail169,668 miles (+3,359)5 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,668 miles
    Test number
    536197445158
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteHole in N.S.F outer sill but not in prescribed area
    • NoteSlight play in N.S.F steering rack inner joint

  13. Pass166,309 miles (+4,568)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    166,309 miles
    Test number
    456397924120
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front outer sill distorted and holed outside prescribed area

  14. Pass161,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    161,741 miles
    Test number
    718142943177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail161,740 miles (+6,798)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,740 miles
    Test number
    245462043198
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass154,942 miles (+6,292)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    154,942 miles
    Test number
    269339512408
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass148,650 miles (+7,591)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    148,650 miles
    Test number
    677858161157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass141,059 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    141,059 miles
    Test number
    110215790189
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s/f outer sill damaged
    • NoteUnable to check centre seat belt catch, (trapped below child seat).

  19. Fail141,059 miles (+6,517)1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,059 miles
    Test number
    232435790427
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s/f outer sill damaged
    • NoteUnable to check centre seat belt catch, (trapped below child seat).

  20. Pass134,542 miles (+9,765)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    134,542 miles
    Test number
    740611699173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass124,777 miles (+16,569)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    124,777 miles
    Test number
    154570808268
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass108,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    108,208 miles
    Test number
    802501157155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail108,188 miles (+27,209)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,188 miles
    Test number
    902571857110
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  24. Pass80,979 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2007
    Odometer
    80,979 miles
    Test number
    894778436163
    • NoteJacking damage to front of nearside sill

Questions about LB02 NHZ

Does LB02 NHZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB02 NHZ expired on 5 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB02 NHZ?
The MOT on LB02 NHZ expired on 5 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB02 NHZ done?
LB02 NHZ was recorded at 184,602 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2022, an average of 6,349 miles a year.
Has LB02 NHZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB02 NHZ has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LB02 NHZ 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 LB02 NHZ find?
LB02 NHZ failed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2022 with 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn; nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 18 more.

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