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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LB52 UPCMOT history

LB52 UPC is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 174,000 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
174,000 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,031 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 UPC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 UPC was last recorded at 174,000 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 141 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,859 miles · 29 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
141 miles
Average per year
7,031 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 174,000 miles
  • 2025 – 170,466 miles
  • 2024 – 164,985 miles
  • 2023 – 158,205 miles
  • 2022 – 151,387 miles
  • 2021 – 145,391 miles
  • 2020 – 136,870 miles
  • 2019 – 122,383 miles
  • 2018 – 116,669 miles
  • 2017 – 110,979 miles
  • 2016 – 105,828 miles
  • 2015 – 104,212 miles
  • 2014 – 100,719 miles
  • 2013 – 94,844 miles
  • 2012 – 89,454 miles
  • 2011 – 83,060 miles
  • 2010 – 77,241 miles
  • 2009 – 67,353 miles
  • 2008 – 57,648 miles
  • 2007 – 46,460 miles
  • 2006 – 32,090 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,000 miles
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear shocker covers not secureRecorded 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 Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.28mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass174,000 miles (+141)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    174,000 miles
    Test number
    473687711882
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear shocker covers not secure

  2. Fail173,859 miles (+3,393)2 dangerous3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,859 miles
    Test number
    906660167681
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear shocker covers not secure

  3. Pass170,466 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    170,466 miles
    Test number
    836786568157
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCat section exhaust deteriorated and slight blow

  4. Fail170,466 miles (+5,481)2 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,466 miles
    Test number
    498516946756
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCat section exhaust deteriorated and slight blow

  5. Pass164,985 miles (+6,780)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    164,985 miles
    Test number
    750859409432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass158,205 miles (+6,818)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    158,205 miles
    Test number
    585301787408
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass151,387 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    151,387 miles
    Test number
    999841596770
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail151,387 miles (+5,996)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,387 miles
    Test number
    566797570756
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass145,391 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    145,391 miles
    Test number
    965604163237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.28mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.73mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail145,391 miles (+8,521)2 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,391 miles
    Test number
    438560339399
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced more than 50% across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.18mm 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.28mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.73mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass136,870 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    136,870 miles
    Test number
    577708990813
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both...to calipers (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail136,870 miles (+14,487)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,870 miles
    Test number
    546860507197
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both...to calipers (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass122,383 miles (+39)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    122,383 miles
    Test number
    694108534686
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive general sill and under body (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  14. Fail122,344 miles (+5,675)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,344 miles
    Test number
    104287244550
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive general sill and under body (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  15. Pass116,669 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    116,669 miles
    Test number
    414605990378
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear disc corroded (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail116,669 miles (+5,690)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,669 miles
    Test number
    607141860230
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear disc corroded (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass110,979 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    110,979 miles
    Test number
    401167440319
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBrakes disc corroded

  18. Fail110,978 miles (+5,150)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,978 miles
    Test number
    602572775768
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBrakes disc corroded

  19. Pass105,828 miles (+1,616)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    105,828 miles
    Test number
    587246449467
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  20. Pass104,212 miles (+3,493)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    104,212 miles
    Test number
    755636105024
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s rear brake has slight bind

  21. Pass100,719 miles (+5,875)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    100,719 miles
    Test number
    636961724053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass94,844 miles (+5,390)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    94,844 miles
    Test number
    389808703026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass89,454 miles (+6,394)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    89,454 miles
    Test number
    847949112030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass83,060 miles (+5,819)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    83,060 miles
    Test number
    287874201043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass77,241 miles (+9,888)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    77,241 miles
    Test number
    923335120042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass67,353 miles (+9,705)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    67,353 miles
    Test number
    684428129046
    • NoteN/s/r tyre on 3 mm

  27. Pass57,648 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    57,648 miles
    Test number
    101666118031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail57,648 miles (+11,188)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,648 miles
    Test number
    744856618076
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  29. Pass46,460 miles (+14,370)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    46,460 miles
    Test number
    282989527062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass32,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    32,090 miles
    Test number
    790775526079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 UPC

Does LB52 UPC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 UPC is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 UPC?
The MOT on LB52 UPC is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 UPC done?
LB52 UPC was recorded at 174,000 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 7,031 miles a year.
Has LB52 UPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 UPC has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB52 UPC 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 UPC find?
LB52 UPC passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside headlamp lens slightly defective; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; exhaust mounting defective, and 6 more.

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