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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,781 cc

LD52 UDXMOT history

LD52 UDX is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 14 Aug 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 92,963 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2025.

LD52 UDX silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Aug 2026
Mileage
92,963 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,675 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD52 UDX
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
27 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD52 UDX was last recorded at 92,963 miles on 6 Aug 2025, 2,694 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,269 miles · 14 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
2,694 miles
Average per year
3,675 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 92,963 miles
  • 2024 – 90,269 miles
  • 2023 – 86,962 miles
  • 2022 – 83,213 miles
  • 2021 – 76,191 miles
  • 2020 – 72,013 miles
  • 2019 – 63,152 miles
  • 2017 – 61,844 miles
  • 2016 – 56,697 miles
  • 2015 – 54,379 miles
  • 2013 – 51,831 miles
  • 2012 – 49,342 miles
  • 2011 – 46,782 miles
  • 2010 – 44,126 miles
  • 2009 – 42,448 miles
  • 2008 – 37,951 miles
  • 2007 – 32,084 miles
  • 2006 – 23,814 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,963 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022

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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt gaiter cracking

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view damage to upper and lower areas

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear fuel tank exhaust heat shield has two corroded mountings

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres have slight cracking in tread grooves

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe bubbling underneath protective coating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 12 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,963 miles (+2,694)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    92,963 miles
    Test number
    515978727726
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass90,269 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    90,269 miles
    Test number
    793774331749
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail90,269 miles (+3,307)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,269 miles
    Test number
    588497547492
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe to flexible hose slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass86,962 miles (+3,749)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    86,962 miles
    Test number
    203979031907
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass83,213 miles (+6)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    83,213 miles
    Test number
    609281054919
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt gaiter cracking (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view damage to upper and lower areas (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear fuel tank exhaust heat shield has two corroded mountings
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres have slight cracking in tread grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail83,207 miles (+7,016)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,207 miles
    Test number
    208019691024
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt gaiter cracking (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view damage to upper and lower areas (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear fuel tank exhaust heat shield has two corroded mountings
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres have slight cracking in tread grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine mil light on (pre 01/07/2003 vehicle)

  7. Pass76,191 miles (+19)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    76,191 miles
    Test number
    251853554277
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe bubbling underneath protective coating
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe bubbling underneath protective coating
    • AdvisorySub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail76,172 miles (+4,159)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,172 miles
    Test number
    124986941288
    • MajorFront Headlamp levelling device inoperative both (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe bubbling underneath protective coating
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe bubbling underneath protective coating
    • AdvisorySub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass72,013 miles (+8,861)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    72,013 miles
    Test number
    800824628552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,152 miles (+1,308)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    63,152 miles
    Test number
    928454731146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,844 miles (+2,736)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    61,844 miles
    Test number
    350309824543
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass59,108 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    59,108 miles
    Test number
    346261882626
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail59,108 miles (+2,411)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,108 miles
    Test number
    218692099572
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure also perished & has a slow puncture (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass56,697 miles (+2,318)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    56,697 miles
    Test number
    870858296599
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  15. Pass54,379 miles (+2,548)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    54,379 miles
    Test number
    646114915047
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished and cracked

  16. Fail51,831 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,831 miles
    Test number
    327201663332
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront discs corroded
    • NoteNsf tyre cut across tread

  17. Pass51,831 miles (+2,489)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    51,831 miles
    Test number
    415121463384
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront discs corroded
    • NoteNsf tyre cut across tread

  18. Pass49,342 miles (+2,560)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    49,342 miles
    Test number
    917178232389
    • NoteAdvise n/s/f sill damaged
    • NoteAdvise n/s/r wheel rim slightly distorted at valve
    • NoteAdvise o/s mirror pod slightly loose
    • NoteAdvise power steering pipe by gearbox damp
    • NoteAdvise slight gearbox oil leak
    • NoteAdvise wipers slightly smeary
    • NoteStrong advise front wishbone bushessplitting/weak

  19. Pass46,782 miles (+2,656)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    46,782 miles
    Test number
    625706051334
    • NoteAdvise slight gearbox oil leak
    • NoteAdvise slight play in n/s/f steering rack end
    • NoteStrong advise front wishbone bushes split

  20. Pass44,126 miles (+1,678)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    44,126 miles
    Test number
    373777850317
    • NoteStrong advise o/s/f wishbone bush splitting
    • NoteStrong advise play in n/s/f bottom ball joint

  21. Pass42,448 miles (+4,497)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    42,448 miles
    Test number
    492414969426
    • NoteStrong advise front wishbone bushes split

  22. Pass37,951 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    37,951 miles
    Test number
    730451858344
    • NoteAdvise child seat fitted n/s/r not allowing full inspection of belt

  23. Fail37,949 miles (+5,865)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,949 miles
    Test number
    981178548371
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise child seat fitted n/s/r not allowing full inspection of belt

  24. Pass32,084 miles (+8,270)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    32,084 miles
    Test number
    754895447391
    • NoteAdvise front brakes getting worn
    • NoteAdvise rear pads low just over 2mm

  25. Pass23,814 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    23,814 miles
    Test number
    272836286206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail23,804 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,804 miles
    Test number
    763685886298
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LD52 UDX

Does LD52 UDX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD52 UDX expired on 14 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD52 UDX?
The MOT on LD52 UDX expired on 14 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD52 UDX done?
LD52 UDX was recorded at 92,963 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2025, an average of 3,675 miles a year.
Has LD52 UDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD52 UDX has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LD52 UDX 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 UDX find?
LD52 UDX passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2025 with 1 advisory: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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