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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LB52 XBOMOT history

LB52 XBO is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 177,478 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
177,478 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,802 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 XBO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
4 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 XBO was last recorded at 177,478 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 7,569 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,909 miles · 12 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,569 miles
Average per year
6,802 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,478 miles
  • 2025 – 169,909 miles
  • 2024 – 167,474 miles
  • 2023 – 165,660 miles
  • 2022 – 164,332 miles
  • 2021 – 161,930 miles
  • 2020 – 158,999 miles
  • 2019 – 152,844 miles
  • 2018 – 148,869 miles
  • 2017 – 145,054 miles
  • 2016 – 138,531 miles
  • 2015 – 132,358 miles
  • 2014 – 124,913 miles
  • 2013 – 116,417 miles
  • 2012 – 108,266 miles
  • 2011 – 96,291 miles
  • 2010 – 86,410 miles
  • 2009 – 76,686 miles
  • 2008 – 67,783 miles
  • 2007 – 54,762 miles
  • 2006 – 41,546 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,478 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • All suspension components corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust blow [middle]

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

32 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,478 miles (+7,569)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    177,478 miles
    Test number
    625481347835
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass169,909 miles (+83)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    169,909 miles
    Test number
    555308711726
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  3. Fail169,826 miles (+2,352)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,826 miles
    Test number
    537843574200
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill, marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass167,474 miles (+1,814)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    167,474 miles
    Test number
    706309614299
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner and outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded

  5. Pass165,660 miles (+77)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    165,660 miles
    Test number
    511538889871
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust blow [middle]

  6. Fail165,583 miles (+1,251)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,583 miles
    Test number
    438115361952
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded as marked (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working [side light] (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust blow [middle]

  7. Pass164,332 miles (+42)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    164,332 miles
    Test number
    111525100891
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail164,290 miles (+2,360)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,290 miles
    Test number
    289908772305
    • MajorNearside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass161,930 miles (+2,931)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    161,930 miles
    Test number
    590397624715
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass158,999 miles (+177)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    158,999 miles
    Test number
    135784361976
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail158,822 miles (+5,978)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,822 miles
    Test number
    965852977761
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass152,844 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    152,844 miles
    Test number
    431044862978
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail152,844 miles (+3,975)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,844 miles
    Test number
    980381995879
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass148,869 miles (+3,815)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    148,869 miles
    Test number
    572674453364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass145,054 miles (+6,523)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    145,054 miles
    Test number
    603496721967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass138,531 miles (+6,173)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    138,531 miles
    Test number
    199360421797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass132,358 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    132,358 miles
    Test number
    727492225279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail132,249 miles (+7,336)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,249 miles
    Test number
    515975615206
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass124,913 miles (+71)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    124,913 miles
    Test number
    405263424226
    • NoteExhaust front mount insecure and slight leak of gasses from repaired front section
    • NoteSlight play in both front top suspension mounts

  20. Fail124,842 miles (+8,425)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,842 miles
    Test number
    689088814262
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteExhaust front mount insecure and slight leak of gasses from repaired front section
    • NoteO/s/r brake has a slight bind
    • NoteSlight play in both front top suspension mounts

  21. Pass116,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    116,417 miles
    Test number
    837393113239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail116,417 miles (+8,151)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,417 miles
    Test number
    209753213262
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Pass108,266 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    108,266 miles
    Test number
    397357922452
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth outer cv boots insecure
    • NoteBoth rear wheels slightly binding and handbrake effort low
    • NoteN/s/f tyre slightly worn on outer edge
    • NoteO/s/r tyre tread slightly uneven

  24. Fail108,266 miles2 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,266 miles
    Test number
    687197322281
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth outer cv boots insecure
    • NoteBoth rear wheels slightly binding and handbrake effort low
    • NoteN/s/f tyre slightly worn on outer edge
    • NoteO/s/r tyre tread slightly uneven

  25. PassMileage not read1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    808554121293
    • NoteRear brakes slightly binding

  26. Fail96,291 miles (+9,881)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,291 miles
    Test number
    656603421281
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteRear brakes slightly binding

  27. Pass86,410 miles (+9,724)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    86,410 miles
    Test number
    680919010253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass76,686 miles (+8,903)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    76,686 miles
    Test number
    381473919472
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass67,783 miles (+13,021)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    67,783 miles
    Test number
    343424328481
    • NoteLower engine cover fitted

  30. Pass54,762 miles (+13,216)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    54,762 miles
    Test number
    342369427457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass41,546 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    41,546 miles
    Test number
    574090236297
    • NoteRear brake pads worn

  32. Fail41,546 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,546 miles
    Test number
    991010236265
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteRear pads worn

Questions about LB52 XBO

Does LB52 XBO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 XBO is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 XBO?
The MOT on LB52 XBO is valid until 17 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 XBO done?
LB52 XBO was recorded at 177,478 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 6,802 miles a year.
Has LB52 XBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 XBO has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LB52 XBO 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 XBO find?
LB52 XBO passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive.

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