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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LB52 JWVMOT history

LB52 JWV is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 143,772 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
143,772 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,148 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 JWV
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
24 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 JWV was last recorded at 143,772 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 61 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,711 miles · 5 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
61 miles
Average per year
6,148 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,772 miles
  • 2025 – 136,461 miles
  • 2024 – 124,146 miles
  • 2022 – 113,769 miles
  • 2021 – 104,851 miles
  • 2020 – 90,080 miles
  • 2019 – 84,236 miles
  • 2018 – 77,659 miles
  • 2017 – 70,798 miles
  • 2016 – 63,443 miles
  • 2015 – 59,094 miles
  • 2014 – 56,565 miles
  • 2013 – 50,589 miles
  • 2012 – 44,742 miles
  • 2011 – 41,541 miles
  • 2010 – 38,083 miles
  • 2009 – 34,431 miles
  • 2008 – 30,031 miles
  • 2007 – 26,723 miles
  • 2006 – 19,913 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,772 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight blow rear end of Kat. / Rear box corroded / Front & centre brackets corroded from pipe[need welding] (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin More than 50% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & offside wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Offside Side repeater not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

34 tests since 16 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,772 miles (+61)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    143,772 miles
    Test number
    991093452411
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight blow rear end of Kat. / Rear box corroded / Front & centre brackets corroded from pipe[need welding] (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin More than 50% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & offside wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail143,711 miles (+7,250)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,711 miles
    Test number
    214118547476
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Slight blow rear end of Kat. / Rear box corroded / Front & centre brackets corroded from pipe[need welding] (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin More than 50% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & offside wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass136,461 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    136,461 miles
    Test number
    684094464924
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail136,461 miles (+12,315)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,461 miles
    Test number
    508948193036
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass124,146 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    124,146 miles
    Test number
    163127886833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail124,140 miles (+10,371)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,140 miles
    Test number
    352709257501
    • DangerousFront Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass113,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    113,769 miles
    Test number
    523276765454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail113,764 miles (+8,913)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,764 miles
    Test number
    222706353657
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass104,851 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    104,851 miles
    Test number
    614412213828
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail104,851 miles (+14,771)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,851 miles
    Test number
    197564364254
    • MajorOffside Front Fuel system component leaking under floor (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass90,080 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    90,080 miles
    Test number
    584621976608
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail90,080 miles (+5,844)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,080 miles
    Test number
    206894026993
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass84,236 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    84,236 miles
    Test number
    518340193770
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail84,236 miles (+6,577)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,236 miles
    Test number
    862300371130
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/65/15 avons (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass77,659 miles (+6,861)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    77,659 miles
    Test number
    183198582221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,798 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    70,798 miles
    Test number
    845616070902
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Fail70,798 miles (+7,355)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,798 miles
    Test number
    173962331986
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs in poor condition

  18. Pass63,443 miles (+4,349)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    63,443 miles
    Test number
    286914013651
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass59,094 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    59,094 miles
    Test number
    798009411300
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Fail59,094 miles (+2,529)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,094 miles
    Test number
    950076134601
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass56,565 miles (+5,976)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    56,565 miles
    Test number
    989841254396
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inside edge.
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inside edge.

  22. Pass50,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    50,589 miles
    Test number
    686093633378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail50,589 miles (+5,847)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,589 miles
    Test number
    406632933426
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear brake dragging slightly.
    • NoteOffside front tyre slightly worn on inside edge.

  24. Fail44,742 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,742 miles
    Test number
    527934032322
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  25. Pass44,742 miles (+3,201)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    44,742 miles
    Test number
    568914732360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail41,541 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,541 miles
    Test number
    438803651439
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass41,541 miles (+3,458)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    41,541 miles
    Test number
    747503651321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass38,083 miles (+3,652)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    38,083 miles
    Test number
    373684840317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass34,431 miles (+4,400)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    34,431 miles
    Test number
    454885059420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass30,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    30,031 miles
    Test number
    311780038351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail30,031 miles (+3,308)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,031 miles
    Test number
    543690238372
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  32. Pass26,723 miles (+5,953)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    26,723 miles
    Test number
    484601767443
    • 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)

  33. Pass20,770 miles (+857)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    20,770 miles
    Test number
    243332527067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass19,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    19,913 miles
    Test number
    591496616047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 JWV

Does LB52 JWV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 JWV is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 JWV?
The MOT on LB52 JWV is valid until 9 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 JWV done?
LB52 JWV was recorded at 143,772 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 6,148 miles a year.
Has LB52 JWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 JWV has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB52 JWV 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 JWV find?
LB52 JWV passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow rear end of kat. / rear box corroded / front & centre brackets corroded from pipe[need welding]; front brake pad(s) wearing thin more than 50% worn; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.

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