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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LB52 AOFMOT history

LB52 AOF is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 242,109 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2023
Mileage
242,109 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,280 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 AOF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
6 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 AOF was last recorded at 242,109 miles on 29 Jan 2022, 2,427 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Jul 2008: 129,341 miles, lower than 172,404 miles on 18 Jan 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
239,682 miles · 28 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
2,427 miles
Average per year
7,280 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 242,109 miles
  • 2021 – 239,682 miles
  • 2019 – 237,278 miles
  • 2018 – 234,025 miles
  • 2017 – 231,719 miles
  • 2016 – 223,255 miles
  • 2015 – 211,604 miles
  • 2014 – 198,461 miles
  • 2013 – 186,268 miles
  • 2012 – 174,454 miles
  • 2011 – 160,864 miles
  • 2010 – 149,258 miles
  • 2009 – 138,726 miles
  • 2008 – 129,341 miles
  • 2007 – 160,046 miles
  • 2006 – 125,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass242,109 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass242,109 miles (+2,427)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    242,109 miles
    Test number
    955223850454
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass239,682 miles (+2,404)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    239,682 miles
    Test number
    800961032692
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass237,278 miles (+3,253)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    237,278 miles
    Test number
    593367285891
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass234,025 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    234,025 miles
    Test number
    186926842187
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail234,021 miles (+2,302)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,021 miles
    Test number
    250114146905
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass231,719 miles (+8,464)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    231,719 miles
    Test number
    259069093326
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  7. Pass223,255 miles (+11,651)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    223,255 miles
    Test number
    122038444233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass211,604 miles (+298)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    211,604 miles
    Test number
    656790085189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail211,306 miles (+12,845)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,306 miles
    Test number
    246796275486
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  10. Pass198,461 miles (+12,193)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    198,461 miles
    Test number
    619778974152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass186,268 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    186,268 miles
    Test number
    537228173149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail186,227 miles (+11,773)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,227 miles
    Test number
    936475073187
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass174,454 miles (+13,590)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    174,454 miles
    Test number
    296614872131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass160,864 miles (+11,606)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    160,864 miles
    Test number
    266632381175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass149,258 miles (+241)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    149,258 miles
    Test number
    643342780144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail149,017 miles (+10,291)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,017 miles
    Test number
    440396170138
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  17. Pass138,726 miles (+9,385)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    138,726 miles
    Test number
    223651889136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass129,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    129,341 miles
    Test number
    952994288149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail129,341 miles (-43,063)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,341 miles
    Test number
    393364988180
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass172,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    172,404 miles
    Test number
    631238518096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail172,398 miles (+12,352)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,398 miles
    Test number
    163848118442
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

  22. Pass160,046 miles (+34,881)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    160,046 miles
    Test number
    310363407001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass125,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    125,165 miles
    Test number
    861966706007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 AOF

Does LB52 AOF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 AOF expired on 31 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 AOF?
The MOT on LB52 AOF expired on 31 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 AOF done?
LB52 AOF was recorded at 242,109 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2022, an average of 7,280 miles a year.
Has LB52 AOF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 AOF has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on LB52 AOF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Jul 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB52 AOF find?
LB52 AOF passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2022 with 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 9 more.

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