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Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 2,324 cc

LB02 UPZMOT history

LB02 UPZ is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Jul 2002. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 79,231 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
79,231 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,891 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB02 UPZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,324 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB02 UPZ was last recorded at 79,231 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 3,531 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,700 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,531 miles
Average per year
2,891 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,231 miles
  • 2025 – 75,700 miles
  • 2024 – 71,087 miles
  • 2023 – 60,428 miles
  • 2022 – 57,661 miles
  • 2021 – 55,824 miles
  • 2020 – 54,592 miles
  • 2019 – 51,126 miles
  • 2018 – 49,338 miles
  • 2017 – 47,058 miles
  • 2016 – 44,239 miles
  • 2015 – 43,181 miles
  • 2014 – 40,059 miles
  • 2013 – 39,173 miles
  • 2011 – 36,333 miles
  • 2009 – 32,626 miles
  • 2008 – 30,194 miles
  • 2007 – 24,850 miles
  • 2006 – 20,571 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,231 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,231 miles (+3,531)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    79,231 miles
    Test number
    537806372519
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass75,700 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    75,700 miles
    Test number
    659465223114
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Fail75,700 miles (+4,613)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,700 miles
    Test number
    247322507749
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass71,087 miles (+10,659)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    71,087 miles
    Test number
    706031271034
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass60,428 miles (+2,767)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    60,428 miles
    Test number
    346308612326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm 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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass57,661 miles (+1,837)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    57,661 miles
    Test number
    783917355994
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  7. Pass55,824 miles (+1,232)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    55,824 miles
    Test number
    498500389475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass54,592 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    54,592 miles
    Test number
    552253738169
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f tyres wearing on edge
  9. Fail54,592 miles (+3,466)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,592 miles
    Test number
    273583826659
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass51,126 miles (+1,788)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    51,126 miles
    Test number
    662110431907
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass49,338 miles (+2,280)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    49,338 miles
    Test number
    418660086773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,058 miles (+2,819)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    47,058 miles
    Test number
    355450236531
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside front inner steering arm
  13. Pass44,239 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    44,239 miles
    Test number
    710159096903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail44,239 miles (+1,058)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,239 miles
    Test number
    172290300284
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  15. Pass43,181 miles (+3,122)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    43,181 miles
    Test number
    997748405290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail40,059 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,059 miles
    Test number
    515059394038
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  17. Pass40,059 miles (+886)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    40,059 miles
    Test number
    648009494000
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  18. Pass39,173 miles (+2,840)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    39,173 miles
    Test number
    528269203188
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  19. Pass36,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    36,333 miles
    Test number
    217044291002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail36,333 miles (+3,707)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,333 miles
    Test number
    678574491007
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
  21. Pass32,626 miles (+258)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    32,626 miles
    Test number
    790785749266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,368 miles (+2,174)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    32,368 miles
    Test number
    601274409245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,194 miles (+5,344)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    30,194 miles
    Test number
    182604778285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,850 miles (+4,279)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    24,850 miles
    Test number
    470667157144
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  25. Pass20,571 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    20,571 miles
    Test number
    262921296438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail20,571 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,571 miles
    Test number
    330140286139
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB02 UPZ

Does LB02 UPZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB02 UPZ is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB02 UPZ?
The MOT on LB02 UPZ is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB02 UPZ done?
LB02 UPZ was recorded at 79,231 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 2,891 miles a year.
Has LB02 UPZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB02 UPZ has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB02 UPZ 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 UPZ find?
LB02 UPZ passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: front oil leak, but not excessive.

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