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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LC02 SVTMOT history

LC02 SVT is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 May 2002. Its MOT expired on 22 Nov 2025 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 129,441 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Nov 2024.

LC02 SVT green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Nov 2025
Mileage
129,441 mi
At MOT on 23 Nov 2024
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,141 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC02 SVT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
21 May 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC02 SVT was last recorded at 129,441 miles on 23 Nov 2024, 5,535 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,906 miles · 25 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
5,535 miles
Average per year
4,141 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 129,441 miles
  • 2023 – 123,906 miles
  • 2022 – 113,225 miles
  • 2021 – 108,013 miles
  • 2020 – 105,715 miles
  • 2019 – 102,064 miles
  • 2018 – 97,846 miles
  • 2017 – 93,795 miles
  • 2016 – 88,760 miles
  • 2015 – 84,644 miles
  • 2014 – 78,821 miles
  • 2013 – 73,737 miles
  • 2012 – 69,288 miles
  • 2011 – 64,556 miles
  • 2010 – 61,745 miles
  • 2009 – 58,232 miles
  • 2008 – 54,210 miles
  • 2007 – 52,660 miles
  • 2006 – 50,831 miles
  • 2005 – 48,647 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,441 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryEML on
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by rear axle bush corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by rear axle bush (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

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 Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated rubber hose starting to perish

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated rubber hose starting to perish

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,441 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    129,441 miles
    Test number
    364624649688
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by rear axle bush corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by rear axle bush (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
  2. Fail129,441 miles (+5,535)2 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,441 miles
    Test number
    786350075270
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by rear axle bush corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by rear axle bush (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
  3. Pass123,906 miles (+189)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    123,906 miles
    Test number
    625997622402
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated rubber hose starting to perish (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated rubber hose starting to perish (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail123,717 miles (+10,492)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,717 miles
    Test number
    995345660722
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure exhaust mounting before cat not attached (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi damaged (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated rubber hose starting to perish (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated rubber hose starting to perish (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass113,225 miles (+5,212)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    113,225 miles
    Test number
    505110739878
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass108,013 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    108,013 miles
    Test number
    172546003039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail107,999 miles (+2,284)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,999 miles
    Test number
    375154769731
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  8. Pass105,715 miles (+3,651)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    105,715 miles
    Test number
    141621011010
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGrease leaking from osf inner c v gatier ...securing retaining clip missing
  9. Pass102,064 miles (+4,218)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    102,064 miles
    Test number
    103438023985
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass97,846 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2019
    Odometer
    97,846 miles
    Test number
    860372124944
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ((BOTH)) (1.1.11 (c))
  11. Fail97,846 miles (+4,051)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,846 miles
    Test number
    694387680704
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ((BOTH)) (1.1.11 (c))
  12. Pass93,795 miles (+5,035)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    93,795 miles
    Test number
    550802608235
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass88,760 miles (+4,116)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    88,760 miles
    Test number
    599074300373
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
  14. Pass84,644 miles (+5,823)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    84,644 miles
    Test number
    716661735196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,821 miles (+5,084)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    78,821 miles
    Test number
    189513244124
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  16. Pass73,737 miles (+4,449)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    73,737 miles
    Test number
    537481543156
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBrake servo pipe slightly deteriorated
    • NoteRear exhaust mounting deteriorated but securely mounted
  17. Pass69,288 miles (+4,732)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    69,288 miles
    Test number
    347746742107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,556 miles (+2,811)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    64,556 miles
    Test number
    169186441109
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust mounting corroded
  19. Pass61,745 miles (+3,513)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    61,745 miles
    Test number
    252684830132
    • NoteRear axle bushes deteriorated
    • NoteRear tyre sidewalls perishing
  20. Pass58,232 miles (+4,022)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    58,232 miles
    Test number
    470032449177
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear axle bushes deteriorated
  21. Pass54,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    54,210 miles
    Test number
    224509148429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail54,210 miles (+1,550)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,210 miles
    Test number
    591159448138
    • FailureBrake servo vacuum pipe deteriorated (3.6.C.1b)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
  23. Pass52,660 miles (+1,829)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    52,660 miles
    Test number
    872598437139
    • NotePas pipe. rack to pump is damp
  24. Pass50,831 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2007
    Odometer
    50,831 miles
    Test number
    841548236155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail50,831 miles (+2,184)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,831 miles
    Test number
    252778036428
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
  26. Pass48,647 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2006
    Odometer
    48,647 miles
    Test number
    504090245117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC02 SVT

Does LC02 SVT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC02 SVT expired on 22 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC02 SVT?
The MOT on LC02 SVT expired on 22 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC02 SVT done?
LC02 SVT was recorded at 129,441 miles at its MOT on 23 Nov 2024, an average of 4,141 miles a year.
Has LC02 SVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC02 SVT has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LC02 SVT 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 LC02 SVT find?
LC02 SVT passed its latest MOT on 23 Nov 2024 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; eml on; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 6 more.

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