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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LC52 GSVMOT history

LC52 GSV is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 29 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 7 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 251,187 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

LC52 GSV silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Nov 2026
Mileage
251,187 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
11,157 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC52 GSV
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
29 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC52 GSV was last recorded at 251,187 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 17,881 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
233,306 miles · 8 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
17,881 miles
Average per year
11,157 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 251,187 miles
  • 2024 – 233,306 miles
  • 2023 – 219,615 miles
  • 2022 – 211,530 miles
  • 2021 – 206,793 miles
  • 2020 – 200,888 miles
  • 2019 – 195,207 miles
  • 2018 – 189,327 miles
  • 2017 – 184,975 miles
  • 2016 – 168,495 miles
  • 2015 – 149,932 miles
  • 2014 – 136,347 miles
  • 2013 – 113,044 miles
  • 2012 – 95,960 miles
  • 2011 – 80,990 miles
  • 2009 – 58,314 miles
  • 2008 – 53,516 miles
  • 2006 – 43,555 miles
  • 2005 – 28,784 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass251,187 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Silencer Removed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 29 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass251,187 miles (+17,881)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    251,187 miles
    Test number
    540161609561
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass233,306 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    233,306 miles
    Test number
    916858725254
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Silencer Removed
  3. Fail233,303 miles (+13,688)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    233,303 miles
    Test number
    821965372777
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Silencer Removed
  4. Pass219,615 miles (+16)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    219,615 miles
    Test number
    302217774474
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension Lower Than Normal
  5. Fail219,599 miles (+8,069)2 dangerous14 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,599 miles
    Test number
    438105257463
    • DangerousNearside Front Macpherson strut likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Macpherson strut modified so the suspension is likely to fail other components (5.3.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter obviously modified (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak strut (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded supply to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded supply to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material supply pipes marked in yellow (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNon standard suspension fitted, very low
  6. Pass211,530 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2023
    Odometer
    211,530 miles
    Test number
    388191212014
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower ARM REAR BUSH WORN
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc surface corroded and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt in a poor condition
  7. Fail211,535 miles (+4,742)4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,535 miles
    Test number
    480193282906
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc surface corroded and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hand brake low efficiency
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt in a poor condition
  8. Pass206,793 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    206,793 miles
    Test number
    587923069313
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  9. Fail206,792 miles (+5,904)1 dangerous2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,792 miles
    Test number
    857822693859
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated outer casing cords showing split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass200,888 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    200,888 miles
    Test number
    962546491938
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Fail200,888 miles (+5,681)3 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,888 miles
    Test number
    666975351844
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass195,207 miles (+5,880)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    195,207 miles
    Test number
    373673620126
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass189,327 miles (+4,352)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    189,327 miles
    Test number
    776383292360
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  14. Pass184,975 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    184,975 miles
    Test number
    839258662748
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySmall mark n/s of windscreen
  15. Fail184,975 miles (+16,480)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,975 miles
    Test number
    964504732998
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySmall mark n/s of windscreen
  16. Pass168,495 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    168,495 miles
    Test number
    271883224557
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Fail168,495 miles (+18,563)3 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,495 miles
    Test number
    686604262750
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  18. Pass149,932 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    149,932 miles
    Test number
    928129175057
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  19. Fail149,932 miles (+13,585)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,932 miles
    Test number
    796639075095
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  20. Pass136,347 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    136,347 miles
    Test number
    127182094499
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear registration plate delaminated
  21. Fail136,347 miles (+23,303)2 failures2 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,347 miles
    Test number
    115072794480
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear tyre out of shape
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on raised edges
    • NoteRear registration plate delaminated
  22. Pass113,044 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    113,044 miles
    Test number
    975299533064
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
  23. Fail113,044 miles (+17,084)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,044 miles
    Test number
    845129533031
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on a raised edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on a raised edge
  24. Pass95,960 miles (+14,970)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    95,960 miles
    Test number
    125781052009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOffside front inner track rod slight play
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge
  25. Pass80,990 miles (+22,676)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    80,990 miles
    Test number
    276809211062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass58,314 miles (+4,798)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    58,314 miles
    Test number
    662199979257
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteEngine oil level low
  27. Pass53,516 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    53,516 miles
    Test number
    181262238010
    • 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)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded.
  28. Fail53,516 miles (+9,961)6 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,516 miles
    Test number
    994191338078
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn & corroded
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded.
  29. Pass43,555 miles (+14,771)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    43,555 miles
    Test number
    104398036358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  30. Pass28,784 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    28,784 miles
    Test number
    921293635301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC52 GSV

Does LC52 GSV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC52 GSV is valid until 7 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC52 GSV?
The MOT on LC52 GSV is valid until 7 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC52 GSV done?
LC52 GSV was recorded at 251,187 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 11,157 miles a year.
Has LC52 GSV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC52 GSV has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LC52 GSV 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 GSV find?
LC52 GSV passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge.

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