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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,781 cc

LD52 DNXMOT history

LD52 DNX is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 264,348 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

LD52 DNX silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
264,348 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,924 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD52 DNX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
20 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD52 DNX was last recorded at 264,348 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 3,165 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
261,183 miles · 30 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
3,165 miles
Average per year
10,924 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 264,348 miles
  • 2024 – 261,183 miles
  • 2023 – 254,891 miles
  • 2022 – 247,228 miles
  • 2021 – 236,780 miles
  • 2020 – 225,943 miles
  • 2019 – 215,740 miles
  • 2018 – 202,509 miles
  • 2017 – 189,722 miles
  • 2016 – 175,045 miles
  • 2015 – 164,634 miles
  • 2014 – 149,119 miles
  • 2013 – 135,537 miles
  • 2012 – 121,710 miles
  • 2011 – 103,322 miles
  • 2010 – 90,563 miles
  • 2009 – 78,813 miles
  • 2008 – 69,196 miles
  • 2006 – 53,605 miles
  • 2005 – 41,057 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass264,348 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside headlamp damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass264,348 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    264,348 miles
    Test number
    585118597571
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail264,348 miles (+3,165)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,348 miles
    Test number
    636644524994
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass261,183 miles (+6,292)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    261,183 miles
    Test number
    203608664238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass254,891 miles (+7,663)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    254,891 miles
    Test number
    772189496421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass247,228 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    247,228 miles
    Test number
    746291786510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail247,227 miles (+10,447)1 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,227 miles
    Test number
    699076822090
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass236,780 miles (+10,837)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    236,780 miles
    Test number
    738811001483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass225,943 miles (+129)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    225,943 miles
    Test number
    333487457226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail225,814 miles (+10,074)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,814 miles
    Test number
    679668350518
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass215,740 miles (+13,231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    215,740 miles
    Test number
    719125081202
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass202,509 miles (+12,787)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    202,509 miles
    Test number
    690653312627
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass189,722 miles (+14,677)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    189,722 miles
    Test number
    316978495530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass175,045 miles (+10,411)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    175,045 miles
    Test number
    161915296435
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass164,634 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    164,634 miles
    Test number
    949286224501
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp damaged

  15. Fail164,633 miles (+15,514)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,633 miles
    Test number
    911917125866
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp damaged

  16. Pass149,119 miles5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    149,119 miles
    Test number
    228870034228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn close to wearbars
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount fractured
    • NoteCoolant level low

  17. Fail149,119 miles (+13,582)2 failures5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,119 miles
    Test number
    529307324287
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn close to wearbars
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount fractured
    • NoteCoolant level low

  18. Pass135,537 miles (+13,827)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    135,537 miles
    Test number
    925420403274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteNearside headlamp damaged

  19. Pass121,710 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    121,710 miles
    Test number
    986571402220
    • NoteSlight lateral movement in left hand track rod

  20. Fail121,710 miles (+18,388)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,710 miles
    Test number
    126931202286
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteSlight lateral movement in left hand track rod

  21. Pass103,322 miles (+12,759)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    103,322 miles
    Test number
    549823231018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass90,563 miles (+11,750)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    90,563 miles
    Test number
    941413130093
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass78,813 miles (+9,617)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    78,813 miles
    Test number
    454508629078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass69,196 miles (+15,591)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    69,196 miles
    Test number
    440215638085
    • NoteRear axle bushes worn
    • NoteSlight play n/s/f track rod arm inner ball joint

  25. Pass53,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    53,605 miles
    Test number
    160283866239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail53,605 miles (+12,548)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,605 miles
    Test number
    324183866458
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass41,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    41,057 miles
    Test number
    822058555222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD52 DNX

Does LD52 DNX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD52 DNX is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD52 DNX?
The MOT on LD52 DNX is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD52 DNX done?
LD52 DNX was recorded at 264,348 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 10,924 miles a year.
Has LD52 DNX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD52 DNX has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LD52 DNX 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 LD52 DNX find?
LD52 DNX passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides.

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