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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LC52 BJFMOT history

LC52 BJF is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 160,942 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

LC52 BJF black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
160,942 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
6,161 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC52 BJF
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
21 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC52 BJF was last recorded at 160,942 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 11,714 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,228 miles · 29 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
11,714 miles
Average per year
6,161 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,942 miles
  • 2024 – 149,228 miles
  • 2023 – 138,667 miles
  • 2022 – 132,617 miles
  • 2021 – 132,277 miles
  • 2020 – 127,539 miles
  • 2019 – 121,635 miles
  • 2018 – 115,354 miles
  • 2017 – 112,154 miles
  • 2016 – 109,818 miles
  • 2015 – 106,826 miles
  • 2014 – 99,921 miles
  • 2013 – 93,015 miles
  • 2012 – 89,888 miles
  • 2011 – 86,219 miles
  • 2010 – 81,115 miles
  • 2009 – 75,384 miles
  • 2008 – 66,251 miles
  • 2007 – 59,149 miles
  • 2006 – 50,079 miles
  • 2005 – 37,067 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,942 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut 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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

35 tests since 30 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,942 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    160,942 miles
    Test number
    235879688099
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail160,942 miles (+11,714)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,942 miles
    Test number
    473778055758
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass149,228 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    149,228 miles
    Test number
    691070428609
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail149,228 miles (+10,561)3 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,228 miles
    Test number
    186950424641
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass138,667 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    138,667 miles
    Test number
    640308706581
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cover (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output has a crack (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail138,667 miles (+6,050)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,667 miles
    Test number
    608496279012
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cover (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output has a crack (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass132,617 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    132,617 miles
    Test number
    793219413773
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Fail132,617 miles (+340)2 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,617 miles
    Test number
    165136445425
    • Repaired at testOffside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass132,277 miles (+4,738)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    132,277 miles
    Test number
    852730586592
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre out of shape
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass127,539 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    127,539 miles
    Test number
    813444673158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail127,523 miles (+5,888)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,523 miles
    Test number
    961566330128
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

  12. Pass121,635 miles (+8)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    121,635 miles
    Test number
    472411129070
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail121,627 miles (+6,273)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,627 miles
    Test number
    152675307101
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass115,354 miles (+3,200)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    115,354 miles
    Test number
    684090558012
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both poor (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective corroded/broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass112,154 miles (+2,336)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    112,154 miles
    Test number
    999920026732
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush close to failure criteria (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass109,818 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    109,818 miles
    Test number
    430431214644
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers poor.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail109,814 miles (+2,988)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,814 miles
    Test number
    236119130435
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureStop lamp not working All (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers poor.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass106,826 miles (+6,905)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    106,826 miles
    Test number
    630701004847
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass99,921 miles (+6,906)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    99,921 miles
    Test number
    408008204390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front outer brake pad approx 3mm

  20. Pass93,015 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    93,015 miles
    Test number
    346658893259
    • NoteService light on

  21. Fail93,015 miles (+3,127)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,015 miles
    Test number
    375408793264
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • NoteService light on

  22. Pass89,888 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    89,888 miles
    Test number
    419423692202
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth fuel tank straps rusty.
    • NoteO/S/R tyre slightly out of shape.

  23. Fail89,888 miles (+3,669)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,888 miles
    Test number
    735553792279
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth fuel tank straps rusty.
    • NoteO/S/R tyre slightly out of shape.

  24. Fail86,219 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,219 miles
    Test number
    805109791237
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass86,219 miles (+5,104)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    86,219 miles
    Test number
    908949091278
    • NoteOil leak

  26. Pass81,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    81,115 miles
    Test number
    490908790222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail81,113 miles (+5,729)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,113 miles
    Test number
    114078290253
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass75,384 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    75,384 miles
    Test number
    400140209424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail75,384 miles (+9,133)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,384 miles
    Test number
    860980209318
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  30. Pass66,251 miles (+7,102)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    66,251 miles
    Test number
    413837478223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass59,149 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    59,149 miles
    Test number
    393637777242
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  32. Fail59,149 miles (+9,070)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,149 miles
    Test number
    594997277241
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  33. Pass50,079 miles (+13,012)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    50,079 miles
    Test number
    444528726363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass37,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    37,067 miles
    Test number
    120444735369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Fail37,067 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,067 miles
    Test number
    161544135338
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about LC52 BJF

Does LC52 BJF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC52 BJF is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC52 BJF?
The MOT on LC52 BJF is valid until 7 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC52 BJF done?
LC52 BJF was recorded at 160,942 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 6,161 miles a year.
Has LC52 BJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC52 BJF has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LC52 BJF 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 LC52 BJF find?
LC52 BJF passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; front play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides, and 1 more.

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