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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LF02 NLJMOT history

LF02 NLJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 9 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 108,914 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Nov 2022.

LF02 NLJ silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Nov 2023
Mileage
108,914 mi
At MOT on 8 Nov 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,314 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 NLJ
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
11 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 NLJ was last recorded at 108,914 miles on 8 Nov 2022, 12,970 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,944 miles · 10 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
12,970 miles
Average per year
4,314 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 108,914 miles
  • 2021 – 95,944 miles
  • 2020 – 92,450 miles
  • 2019 – 84,264 miles
  • 2018 – 83,737 miles
  • 2017 – 75,960 miles
  • 2016 – 72,996 miles
  • 2015 – 69,325 miles
  • 2014 – 65,404 miles
  • 2013 – 61,449 miles
  • 2012 – 57,929 miles
  • 2011 – 55,177 miles
  • 2010 – 52,156 miles
  • 2009 – 49,625 miles
  • 2008 – 46,998 miles
  • 2007 – 43,356 miles
  • 2006 – 36,586 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,914 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre join

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear flexible brake hose misting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,914 miles (+12,970)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    108,914 miles
    Test number
    315786509899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass95,944 miles (+3,494)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    95,944 miles
    Test number
    983717676073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass92,450 miles (+16)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    92,450 miles
    Test number
    344136055919
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear flexible brake hose misting
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe damp
    • AdvisoryUnderside sprayed with maintenance spray

  4. Fail92,434 miles (+8,170)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,434 miles
    Test number
    778061723355
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure smaller end (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear flexible brake hose misting
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe damp
    • AdvisoryUnderside sprayed with maintenance spray

  5. Pass84,264 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    84,264 miles
    Test number
    598380190650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail84,264 miles (+527)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,264 miles
    Test number
    100987639937
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass83,737 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    83,737 miles
    Test number
    952935460968
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Fail79,195 miles (+3,235)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,195 miles
    Test number
    431930507420
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened bothside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEML is on
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass75,960 miles (+2,964)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    75,960 miles
    Test number
    762776158193
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Pass72,996 miles (+53)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    72,996 miles
    Test number
    781072798461
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Fail72,943 miles (+3,618)4 failures1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,943 miles
    Test number
    496067030669
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass69,325 miles (+3,921)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    69,325 miles
    Test number
    176157435458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,404 miles (+3,955)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    65,404 miles
    Test number
    957636334035
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteEngine oil on minimum level

  14. Pass61,449 miles (+3,520)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    61,449 miles
    Test number
    837322033032
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteAll tyres walls perishing

  15. Pass57,929 miles (+2,752)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    57,929 miles
    Test number
    288814932087
    • NoteFront registration plate slightly damaged

  16. Pass55,177 miles (+3,021)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    55,177 miles
    Test number
    658128221065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,156 miles (+2,531)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    52,156 miles
    Test number
    704050230030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,625 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    49,625 miles
    Test number
    152591429068
    • NoteSquealing noise from offside of engine

  19. Fail49,625 miles (+2,627)3 failures1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,625 miles
    Test number
    770691129002
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteSquealing noise from offside of engine

  20. Fail46,998 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,998 miles
    Test number
    500353858061
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  21. Pass46,998 miles (+3,642)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    46,998 miles
    Test number
    782053758021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail43,356 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,356 miles
    Test number
    151925847086
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s rear door does not open

  23. Pass43,356 miles (+6,770)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    43,356 miles
    Test number
    901805847039
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s rear door does not open

  24. Pass36,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    36,586 miles
    Test number
    780472336013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 NLJ

Does LF02 NLJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF02 NLJ expired on 9 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF02 NLJ?
The MOT on LF02 NLJ expired on 9 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF02 NLJ done?
LF02 NLJ was recorded at 108,914 miles at its MOT on 8 Nov 2022, an average of 4,314 miles a year.
Has LF02 NLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 NLJ has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on LF02 NLJ 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 NLJ find?
LF02 NLJ passed its latest MOT on 8 Nov 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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