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Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LB52 ZXMMOT history

LB52 ZXM is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 185,555 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
185,555 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,994 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 ZXM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 ZXM was last recorded at 185,555 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 5,500 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
180,055 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,500 miles
Average per year
7,994 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 185,555 miles
  • 2025 – 180,055 miles
  • 2024 – 174,944 miles
  • 2023 – 174,485 miles
  • 2022 – 167,916 miles
  • 2021 – 157,364 miles
  • 2020 – 142,952 miles
  • 2018 – 133,107 miles
  • 2017 – 119,262 miles
  • 2016 – 107,765 miles
  • 2015 – 92,852 miles
  • 2014 – 80,774 miles
  • 2013 – 71,212 miles
  • 2012 – 65,253 miles
  • 2011 – 59,090 miles
  • 2010 – 53,022 miles
  • 2009 – 48,431 miles
  • 2008 – 40,202 miles
  • 2007 – 32,250 miles
  • 2006 – 25,123 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,555 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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.

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,555 miles (+5,500)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    185,555 miles
    Test number
    316727892807
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass180,055 miles (+5,111)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    180,055 miles
    Test number
    677879797566
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass174,944 miles (+459)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    174,944 miles
    Test number
    669522557676
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass174,485 miles (+6,569)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    174,485 miles
    Test number
    691068833875
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass167,916 miles (+10,552)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    167,916 miles
    Test number
    818189189234
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone back bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass157,364 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    157,364 miles
    Test number
    946058470560
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake low effort

  7. Fail157,364 miles (+14,412)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,364 miles
    Test number
    269147455504
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake low effort

  8. Pass142,952 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    142,952 miles
    Test number
    798810498262
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail142,952 miles (+9,845)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,952 miles
    Test number
    276773576864
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass133,107 miles (+13,845)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    133,107 miles
    Test number
    532619585024
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust leaking from flexi-join

  11. Pass119,262 miles (+11,497)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    119,262 miles
    Test number
    119697979837
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow from front flexi (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt c.v boot slightly deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s/r tyre inner edge slight wear (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEml light on dash

  12. Pass107,765 miles (+14,913)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    107,765 miles
    Test number
    844440931041
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWater leak

  13. Pass92,852 miles (+12,078)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    92,852 miles
    Test number
    146537585107
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteExhaust downpipe/flexi deteriorated
    • NoteFront tyres worn smooth on inner edges(just on limit)
    • NoteRear tyres very deteriorated

  14. Pass80,774 miles (+9,562)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    80,774 miles
    Test number
    985406184069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,212 miles (+5,959)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    71,212 miles
    Test number
    547446433084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,253 miles (+6,163)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    65,253 miles
    Test number
    627511442019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass59,090 miles (+6,068)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    59,090 miles
    Test number
    256499031025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,022 miles (+4,591)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    53,022 miles
    Test number
    211658950043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,431 miles (+8,229)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    48,431 miles
    Test number
    994674159086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,202 miles (+7,952)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    40,202 miles
    Test number
    643569958076
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)

  21. Pass32,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    32,250 miles
    Test number
    444079157061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail32,250 miles (+7,127)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,250 miles
    Test number
    594119857087
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  23. Pass25,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    25,123 miles
    Test number
    831383736095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 ZXM

Does LB52 ZXM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 ZXM is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 ZXM?
The MOT on LB52 ZXM is valid until 26 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 ZXM done?
LB52 ZXM was recorded at 185,555 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 7,994 miles a year.
Has LB52 ZXM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 ZXM has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2021.
Has the mileage on LB52 ZXM 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 ZXM find?
LB52 ZXM passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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