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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB52 AUEMOT history

LB52 AUE is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 48,616 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
48,616 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,430 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 AUE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 AUE was last recorded at 48,616 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 445 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,171 miles · 30 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
445 miles
Average per year
1,430 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,616 miles
  • 2025 – 48,171 miles
  • 2024 – 47,618 miles
  • 2023 – 47,042 miles
  • 2022 – 46,512 miles
  • 2021 – 45,797 miles
  • 2020 – 45,414 miles
  • 2019 – 44,885 miles
  • 2018 – 44,230 miles
  • 2017 – 43,273 miles
  • 2016 – 42,352 miles
  • 2015 – 41,122 miles
  • 2014 – 39,476 miles
  • 2013 – 37,721 miles
  • 2012 – 35,781 miles
  • 2011 – 33,629 miles
  • 2010 – 29,735 miles
  • 2009 – 27,467 miles
  • 2008 – 25,237 miles
  • 2007 – 21,460 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,616 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2012, 2.8mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has some run on underinflated damage
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Hazard warning switch faulty sticking

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 31 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,616 miles (+445)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    48,616 miles
    Test number
    221835367425
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2012, 2.8mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has some run on underinflated damage
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass48,171 miles (+553)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    48,171 miles
    Test number
    589336936349
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass47,618 miles (+576)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    47,618 miles
    Test number
    215406031369
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2012 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2002 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2012 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass47,042 miles (+530)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    47,042 miles
    Test number
    866646176985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass46,512 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    46,512 miles
    Test number
    668162669451
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty sticking (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  6. Fail46,511 miles (+714)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,511 miles
    Test number
    441273332212
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty sticking (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  7. Pass45,797 miles (+383)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    45,797 miles
    Test number
    497862670209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass45,414 miles (+529)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    45,414 miles
    Test number
    899866848549
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test oldtax (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass44,885 miles (+655)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    44,885 miles
    Test number
    449596481389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass44,230 miles (+957)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    44,230 miles
    Test number
    123539293117
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body damage
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass43,273 miles (+921)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    43,273 miles
    Test number
    548591782515
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass42,352 miles (+1,230)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    42,352 miles
    Test number
    724007529686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,122 miles (+1,646)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    41,122 miles
    Test number
    619936025029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,476 miles (+1,755)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    39,476 miles
    Test number
    486650534003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    37,721 miles
    Test number
    116401133017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail37,721 miles (+1,940)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,721 miles
    Test number
    385620133049
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteBonnet latch stuck
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking

  17. Pass35,781 miles (+2,152)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    35,781 miles
    Test number
    148781332427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    33,629 miles
    Test number
    957418721000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail33,629 miles (+3,894)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,629 miles
    Test number
    345518421067
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  20. Fail29,735 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,735 miles
    Test number
    572836720017
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass29,735 miles (+2,268)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    29,735 miles
    Test number
    730836820043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail27,467 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,467 miles
    Test number
    152886829470
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass27,467 miles (+2,230)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    27,467 miles
    Test number
    774486629009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass25,237 miles (+3,777)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    25,237 miles
    Test number
    120830638049
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass21,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    21,460 miles
    Test number
    391541337075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 AUE

Does LB52 AUE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 AUE is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 AUE?
The MOT on LB52 AUE is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 AUE done?
LB52 AUE was recorded at 48,616 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 1,430 miles a year.
Has LB52 AUE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 AUE has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LB52 AUE 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 AUE find?
LB52 AUE passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2012, 2.8mm, and 3 more.

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