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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LF02 NHJMOT history

LF02 NHJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 9 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 21 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 130,206 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2022.

LF02 NHJ silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Aug 2023
Mileage
130,206 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,782 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 NHJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
9 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 NHJ was last recorded at 130,206 miles on 22 Aug 2022, 4,365 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,841 miles · 14 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
4,365 miles
Average per year
6,782 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 130,206 miles
  • 2021 – 125,841 miles
  • 2020 – 122,755 miles
  • 2019 – 115,216 miles
  • 2018 – 100,107 miles
  • 2017 – 88,264 miles
  • 2016 – 82,611 miles
  • 2015 – 77,986 miles
  • 2014 – 72,418 miles
  • 2013 – 66,366 miles
  • 2012 – 57,701 miles
  • 2011 – 48,129 miles
  • 2010 – 41,914 miles
  • 2009 – 34,586 miles
  • 2008 – 28,523 miles
  • 2007 – 23,479 miles
  • 2006 – 17,981 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,206 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Child seat insecure appears to be incorrectly fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/80R14 88T (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/80R14 88T (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,206 miles (+4,365)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    130,206 miles
    Test number
    620765333599
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  2. Pass125,841 miles (+3,086)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    125,841 miles
    Test number
    167470592067
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass122,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    122,755 miles
    Test number
    810220552623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail122,755 miles (+7,539)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,755 miles
    Test number
    451695119179
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass115,216 miles (+15,109)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    115,216 miles
    Test number
    830727013955
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass100,107 miles (+11,843)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    100,107 miles
    Test number
    532809390359
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (2.4.C.1b)

  7. Pass88,264 miles (+51)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    88,264 miles
    Test number
    691606855147
    • AdvisoryChild seat insecure appears to be incorrectly fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/80R14 88T (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/80R14 88T (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail88,213 miles (+5,602)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,213 miles
    Test number
    176397142606
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryChild seat insecure appears to be incorrectly fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/80R14 88T (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175/80R14 88T (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass82,611 miles (+4,625)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    82,611 miles
    Test number
    904959556981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,986 miles (+43)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    77,986 miles
    Test number
    499903525048
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSat nav in windscreen,plus air freshner on mirror.and nearside door mirror cracked.coolant level low.

  11. Fail77,943 miles (+5,525)2 failures1 repaired8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,943 miles
    Test number
    257479215051
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSat nav in windscreen,plus air freshner on mirror.and nearside door mirror cracked.coolant level low.

  12. Pass72,418 miles (+6,052)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    72,418 miles
    Test number
    247073514067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail66,366 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,366 miles
    Test number
    785712533070
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  14. Pass66,366 miles (+8,665)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    66,366 miles
    Test number
    917482333084
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  15. Pass57,701 miles (+9,572)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    57,701 miles
    Test number
    399667222019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    48,129 miles
    Test number
    268767721042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail48,129 miles (+6,215)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,129 miles
    Test number
    168186921482
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass41,914 miles (+7,328)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    41,914 miles
    Test number
    961765620057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,586 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    34,586 miles
    Test number
    172069929076
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail34,586 miles (+6,063)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,586 miles
    Test number
    550089529087
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass28,523 miles (+5,044)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    28,523 miles
    Test number
    304252938035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,479 miles (+5,498)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    23,479 miles
    Test number
    522239027011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    17,981 miles
    Test number
    820294836095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 NHJ

Does LF02 NHJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF02 NHJ expired on 21 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF02 NHJ?
The MOT on LF02 NHJ expired on 21 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF02 NHJ done?
LF02 NHJ was recorded at 130,206 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2022, an average of 6,782 miles a year.
Has LF02 NHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 NHJ has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on LF02 NHJ 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 NHJ find?
LF02 NHJ passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2022 with 1 minor defect: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt.

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