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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,324 cc

LB52 LWCMOT history

LB52 LWC is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 115,962 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
115,962 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,532 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 LWC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,324 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 LWC was last recorded at 115,962 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 3,255 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,707 miles · 27 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
3,255 miles
Average per year
4,532 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,962 miles
  • 2022 – 112,707 miles
  • 2021 – 108,832 miles
  • 2020 – 104,007 miles
  • 2019 – 96,763 miles
  • 2018 – 88,840 miles
  • 2017 – 82,612 miles
  • 2016 – 77,453 miles
  • 2015 – 76,725 miles
  • 2014 – 74,634 miles
  • 2013 – 69,978 miles
  • 2012 – 62,956 miles
  • 2011 – 54,346 miles
  • 2010 – 47,494 miles
  • 2009 – 39,925 miles
  • 2008 – 33,653 miles
  • 2007 – 28,053 miles
  • 2006 – 22,787 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,962 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,962 miles (+3,255)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    115,962 miles
    Test number
    713551816623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass112,707 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    112,707 miles
    Test number
    776431291521
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail112,707 miles (+3,875)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,707 miles
    Test number
    549670744642
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass108,832 miles (+4,825)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    108,832 miles
    Test number
    804260233248
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass104,007 miles (+7,244)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    104,007 miles
    Test number
    676538213704
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass96,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    96,763 miles
    Test number
    418285520418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail96,163 miles (+7,323)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,163 miles
    Test number
    304729415973
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
  8. Pass88,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    88,840 miles
    Test number
    338674277616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail88,840 miles (+6,228)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,840 miles
    Test number
    165786579503
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  10. Pass82,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    82,612 miles
    Test number
    912989168975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail82,612 miles (+5,159)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,612 miles
    Test number
    193140033565
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  12. Pass77,453 miles (+728)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    77,453 miles
    Test number
    468328300800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass76,725 miles (+2,091)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    76,725 miles
    Test number
    115736505025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass74,634 miles (+4,656)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    74,634 miles
    Test number
    697983504092
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass69,978 miles (+7,022)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    69,978 miles
    Test number
    169928603459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,956 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    62,956 miles
    Test number
    426433502036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail62,956 miles (+8,610)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,956 miles
    Test number
    468493602080
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
  18. Fail54,346 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,346 miles
    Test number
    626374901020
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  19. Pass54,346 miles (+6,852)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    54,346 miles
    Test number
    967354201087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,494 miles (+7,569)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    47,494 miles
    Test number
    220606000079
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
  21. Fail39,925 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,925 miles
    Test number
    231747809052
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
  22. Pass39,925 miles (+6,272)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    39,925 miles
    Test number
    544717609001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,653 miles (+5,600)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    33,653 miles
    Test number
    811299608042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,053 miles (+5,266)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    28,053 miles
    Test number
    392440317030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass22,787 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    22,787 miles
    Test number
    154020226082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 LWC

Does LB52 LWC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 LWC is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 LWC?
The MOT on LB52 LWC is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 LWC done?
LB52 LWC was recorded at 115,962 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 4,532 miles a year.
Has LB52 LWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 LWC has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LB52 LWC 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 LWC find?
LB52 LWC passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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