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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LB52 AOAMOT history

LB52 AOA is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 148,991 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
148,991 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,557 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 AOA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
11 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 AOA was last recorded at 148,991 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 112 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,879 miles · 2 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
112 miles
Average per year
5,557 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,991 miles
  • 2021 – 148,879 miles
  • 2020 – 148,282 miles
  • 2019 – 147,869 miles
  • 2018 – 134,201 miles
  • 2017 – 128,961 miles
  • 2016 – 119,998 miles
  • 2015 – 113,051 miles
  • 2014 – 99,317 miles
  • 2013 – 85,823 miles
  • 2012 – 81,381 miles
  • 2011 – 69,364 miles
  • 2009 – 64,917 miles
  • 2008 – 62,937 miles
  • 2007 – 54,004 miles
  • 2006 – 37,864 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,991 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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,991 miles (+112)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    148,991 miles
    Test number
    354448795883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass148,879 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    148,879 miles
    Test number
    334881670798
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail148,879 miles (+597)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,879 miles
    Test number
    858306899617
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass148,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    148,282 miles
    Test number
    563199660139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail148,282 miles (+413)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,282 miles
    Test number
    930620853037
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass147,869 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    147,869 miles
    Test number
    299394899147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail147,848 miles (+13,647)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,848 miles
    Test number
    690653140439
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt retainer damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front washer bottle insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight pitting to brake disc
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass134,201 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    134,201 miles
    Test number
    270729627260
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail134,199 miles (+5,238)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,199 miles
    Test number
    598559259713
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass128,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    128,961 miles
    Test number
    280235247537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail128,961 miles (+8,963)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,961 miles
    Test number
    103407593554
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass119,998 miles (+6,947)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    119,998 miles
    Test number
    835747250629
    • AdvisoryHandbrake requires adjustment

  13. Pass113,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    113,051 miles
    Test number
    989722015056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail113,050 miles (+13,733)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,050 miles
    Test number
    406592115003
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

  15. Pass99,317 miles (+13,494)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    99,317 miles
    Test number
    655311714045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass85,823 miles (+4,442)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    85,823 miles
    Test number
    595364313065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass81,381 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    81,381 miles
    Test number
    599477812244
    • NoteVehicle has tinted windows

  18. Fail81,381 miles (+12,017)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,381 miles
    Test number
    516057912237
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • NoteVehicle has tinted windows

  19. Pass69,364 miles (+4,447)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    69,364 miles
    Test number
    188334321263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass64,917 miles (+1,980)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    64,917 miles
    Test number
    672158409138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass62,937 miles (+8,933)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    62,937 miles
    Test number
    703035118198
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass54,004 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    54,004 miles
    Test number
    974167697051
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Fail54,004 miles (+16,140)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,004 miles
    Test number
    722087797001
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Pass37,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    37,864 miles
    Test number
    954042376059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 AOA

Does LB52 AOA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 AOA is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 AOA?
The MOT on LB52 AOA is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 AOA done?
LB52 AOA was recorded at 148,991 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 5,557 miles a year.
Has LB52 AOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 AOA has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LB52 AOA 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 AOA find?
LB52 AOA passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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