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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB52 AKUMOT history

LB52 AKU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 108,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
108,982 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,501 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 AKU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 AKU was last recorded at 108,982 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 6,072 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,910 miles · 2 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,072 miles
Average per year
4,501 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,982 miles
  • 2025 – 102,910 miles
  • 2024 – 97,211 miles
  • 2023 – 91,870 miles
  • 2022 – 86,658 miles
  • 2021 – 83,065 miles
  • 2020 – 79,232 miles
  • 2019 – 72,582 miles
  • 2018 – 68,531 miles
  • 2017 – 65,257 miles
  • 2016 – 62,493 miles
  • 2015 – 58,586 miles
  • 2014 – 52,795 miles
  • 2013 – 48,798 miles
  • 2012 – 43,312 miles
  • 2011 – 38,172 miles
  • 2010 – 32,452 miles
  • 2009 – 28,800 miles
  • 2008 – 25,917 miles
  • 2007 – 22,506 miles
  • 2006 – 19,067 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,982 miles

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass108,982 miles (+6,072)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    108,982 miles
    Test number
    177778197215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass102,910 miles (+5,699)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    102,910 miles
    Test number
    550663125717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass97,211 miles (+5,341)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    97,211 miles
    Test number
    643191210838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass91,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    91,870 miles
    Test number
    235926702671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail91,870 miles (+5,212)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,870 miles
    Test number
    773245157395
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  6. Pass86,658 miles (+3,593)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    86,658 miles
    Test number
    911148847168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass83,065 miles (+3,833)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    83,065 miles
    Test number
    514213638775
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass79,232 miles (+6,650)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    79,232 miles
    Test number
    140108213493
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust slightly corroded

  9. Pass72,582 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    72,582 miles
    Test number
    154655679910
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail72,576 miles (+4,045)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,576 miles
    Test number
    525675605076
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass68,531 miles (+3,274)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    68,531 miles
    Test number
    441261948140
    • 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)

  12. Pass65,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    65,257 miles
    Test number
    322172391387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail65,257 miles (+2,764)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,257 miles
    Test number
    147810125450
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass62,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    62,493 miles
    Test number
    440285515534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail62,493 miles (+3,907)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,493 miles
    Test number
    211105154039
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass58,586 miles (+5,791)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    58,586 miles
    Test number
    437768025013
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteScrew in n/s/f tyre

  17. Pass52,795 miles (+3,997)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    52,795 miles
    Test number
    865347424052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,798 miles (+5,486)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    48,798 miles
    Test number
    178859123484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,312 miles (+5,140)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    43,312 miles
    Test number
    246067012086
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteTyre size 195/60r15

  20. Pass38,172 miles (+5,720)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    38,172 miles
    Test number
    345511621077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,452 miles (+3,652)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    32,452 miles
    Test number
    171410420473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,800 miles (+2,883)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    28,800 miles
    Test number
    893155219012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,917 miles (+3,411)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    25,917 miles
    Test number
    653321728030
    • 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)

  24. Pass22,506 miles (+3,439)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    22,506 miles
    Test number
    702177227058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass19,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    19,067 miles
    Test number
    423558816042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 AKU

Does LB52 AKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 AKU is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 AKU?
The MOT on LB52 AKU is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 AKU done?
LB52 AKU was recorded at 108,982 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 4,501 miles a year.
Has LB52 AKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 AKU has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LB52 AKU 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 LB52 AKU find?
LB52 AKU passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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