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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LF02 HBUMOT history

LF02 HBU is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 20 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 136,457 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2022.

LF02 HBU red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Mar 2023
Mileage
136,457 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2022
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,285 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 HBU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
13 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 HBU was last recorded at 136,457 miles on 3 Mar 2022, 4,903 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
131,554 miles · 25 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
4,903 miles
Average per year
6,285 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 136,457 miles
  • 2021 – 131,554 miles
  • 2020 – 128,367 miles
  • 2019 – 123,589 miles
  • 2018 – 119,803 miles
  • 2017 – 115,862 miles
  • 2016 – 109,586 miles
  • 2015 – 103,356 miles
  • 2014 – 97,448 miles
  • 2013 – 90,343 miles
  • 2012 – 84,079 miles
  • 2011 – 75,086 miles
  • 2010 – 67,016 miles
  • 2009 – 60,026 miles
  • 2008 – 54,074 miles
  • 2007 – 45,477 miles
  • 2006 – 36,073 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,457 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,457 miles (+4,903)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    136,457 miles
    Test number
    532209719635
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass131,554 miles (+3,187)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    131,554 miles
    Test number
    354437736549
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass128,367 miles (+4,778)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    128,367 miles
    Test number
    918880207423
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass123,589 miles (+3,786)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    123,589 miles
    Test number
    507346304149
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges and misshapen (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear caliper parking brake actuator arm not sitting on stop
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass119,803 miles (+3,941)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    119,803 miles
    Test number
    507088137467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass115,862 miles (+6,276)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    115,862 miles
    Test number
    276792771800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass109,586 miles (+6,230)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    109,586 miles
    Test number
    680670371268
    • AdvisoryRear both sides metal brake pipes rusty poor condition
    • AdvisoryBoth rear discs poor condition

  8. Pass103,356 miles (+5,908)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    103,356 miles
    Test number
    619455175089
    • NoteFront discs are in poor condition
    • NoteFront inner pads are getting low
    • NoteN/s sill poor condition
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight play in o/s front steering
    • NoteSlight play in top strut mounts

  9. Pass97,448 miles (+7,105)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    97,448 miles
    Test number
    868907654045
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth front discs rusty poor condition

  10. Pass90,343 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    90,343 miles
    Test number
    308410173056
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteNear side sill damage
    • NoteRear bump stops perished

  11. Fail90,343 miles (+6,264)1 repaired5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,343 miles
    Test number
    485570173059
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteNear side sill damage
    • NoteRear bump stops perished

  12. Pass84,079 miles8 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    84,079 miles
    Test number
    557792472064
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorber dust covers broken.
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to wear down on tread.
    • NoteFront and rear shock absorbers getting weak and quite bouncey.
    • NoteFront brake disc,s in rusty condition.
    • NoteNearside outer sill damaged.
    • NoteRear brake disc,s getting rusty on edges.
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating.
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering arm.

  13. Fail84,079 miles (+8,993)2 repaired8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,079 miles
    Test number
    689002172078
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorber dust covers broken.
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to wear down on tread.
    • NoteFront and rear shock absorbers getting weak and quite bouncey.
    • NoteFront brake disc,s in rusty condition.
    • NoteNearside outer sill damaged.
    • NoteRear brake disc,s getting rusty on edges.
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating.
    • NoteSlight play in offside steering arm.

  14. Pass75,086 miles (+8,070)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    75,086 miles
    Test number
    117908361419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth front discs poor condition
    • NoteBoth rear discs poor condition

  15. Pass67,016 miles (+6,990)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    67,016 miles
    Test number
    782333750031
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass60,026 miles (+5,952)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    60,026 miles
    Test number
    630528869016
    • NoteScrew in off side front tyre,requires attention

  17. Pass54,074 miles (+8,597)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    54,074 miles
    Test number
    512771778096
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass45,477 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    45,477 miles
    Test number
    883340387095
    • NoteFRONT BRAKE DISCS POOR CONDITION

  19. Fail45,477 miles (+9,404)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,477 miles
    Test number
    580000387030
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  20. Pass36,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    36,073 miles
    Test number
    972792376031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 HBU

Does LF02 HBU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF02 HBU expired on 20 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF02 HBU?
The MOT on LF02 HBU expired on 20 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF02 HBU done?
LF02 HBU was recorded at 136,457 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2022, an average of 6,285 miles a year.
Has LF02 HBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 HBU has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2013.
Has the mileage on LF02 HBU 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 LF02 HBU find?
LF02 HBU passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 1 more.

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