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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LF02 HNBMOT history

LF02 HNB is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 7 Apr 2025 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 169,000 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2024.

LF02 HNB black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Apr 2025
Mileage
169,000 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2024
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,213 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 HNB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
7 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 HNB was last recorded at 169,000 miles on 8 Apr 2024, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,987 miles · 26 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
7,213 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 169,000 miles
  • 2023 – 165,114 miles
  • 2022 – 163,555 miles
  • 2021 – 160,157 miles
  • 2020 – 158,206 miles
  • 2019 – 153,903 miles
  • 2018 – 149,163 miles
  • 2017 – 143,280 miles
  • 2016 – 139,719 miles
  • 2015 – 133,184 miles
  • 2014 – 119,870 miles
  • 2013 – 113,589 miles
  • 2012 – 105,106 miles
  • 2011 – 95,307 miles
  • 2010 – 81,881 miles
  • 2009 – 68,902 miles
  • 2008 – 57,006 miles
  • 2007 – 47,597 miles
  • 2006 – 38,372 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,000 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Undertrays fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2019

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,000 miles (+13)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    169,000 miles
    Test number
    881813396263
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail168,987 miles (+3,873)7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,987 miles
    Test number
    108493237706
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • 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 Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass165,114 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    165,114 miles
    Test number
    673473976345
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drivers door damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail165,110 miles (+1,555)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,110 miles
    Test number
    195385991143
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside 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 Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play excessive vertical travel (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken bottom coil has section broken away (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged stalk damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drivers door damaged but not currently affecting operation
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass163,555 miles (+3,398)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    163,555 miles
    Test number
    287745139314
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust backbox support rubber broken but still adequately supported
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass160,157 miles (+1,951)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    160,157 miles
    Test number
    799941475850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass158,206 miles (+4,303)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    158,206 miles
    Test number
    743096201734
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chips 380mm From N/S 170mm From Top Edge, & 240mm From O/S 110mm From Lower Edge. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Non obligatory mirror damaged Loose.
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass153,903 miles (+28)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    153,903 miles
    Test number
    139115377074
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip outside the swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components
  9. Fail153,875 miles (+4,712)6 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,875 miles
    Test number
    231357418136
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak whistlling noise possible turbo pressure hose leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip outside the swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components
  10. Pass149,163 miles (+73)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    149,163 miles
    Test number
    843526930253
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components
  11. Fail149,090 miles (+5,810)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,090 miles
    Test number
    500852973119
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components
  12. Pass143,280 miles (+3,561)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    143,280 miles
    Test number
    723065921652
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  13. Pass139,719 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    139,719 miles
    Test number
    131938054851
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components
  14. Fail139,717 miles (+6,533)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,717 miles
    Test number
    377312188642
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components
  15. Pass133,184 miles (+13,314)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    133,184 miles
    Test number
    566766555094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
  16. Pass119,870 miles (+6,281)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    119,870 miles
    Test number
    399881554099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail113,589 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,589 miles
    Test number
    656846153057
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
  18. Pass113,589 miles (+8,483)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    113,589 miles
    Test number
    998706353086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
  19. Pass105,106 miles (+9,799)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    105,106 miles
    Test number
    947412452000
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass95,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    95,307 miles
    Test number
    526347561043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail95,306 miles (+13,425)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,306 miles
    Test number
    259627361003
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass81,881 miles (+12,979)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    81,881 miles
    Test number
    721732960007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass68,902 miles (+11,896)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    68,902 miles
    Test number
    320045969046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass57,006 miles (+9,409)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    57,006 miles
    Test number
    214225868011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass47,597 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    47,597 miles
    Test number
    540957357063
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  26. Fail47,597 miles (+9,225)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,597 miles
    Test number
    750027257074
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  27. Pass38,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    38,372 miles
    Test number
    154888756444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 HNB

Does LF02 HNB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF02 HNB expired on 7 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF02 HNB?
The MOT on LF02 HNB expired on 7 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF02 HNB done?
LF02 HNB was recorded at 169,000 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2024, an average of 7,213 miles a year.
Has LF02 HNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 HNB has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LF02 HNB 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 HNB find?
LF02 HNB passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2024 with 5 advisories: front registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off; offside front service brake binding but not excessively; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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