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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LF02 OFMMOT history

LF02 OFM is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 153,140 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

LF02 OFM silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
153,140 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,586 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 OFM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
25 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 OFM was last recorded at 153,140 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 1,107 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Jan 2023: 150,226 miles, lower than 180,551 miles on 25 Sept 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
152,033 miles · 22 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,107 miles
Average per year
5,586 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,140 miles
  • 2025 – 152,033 miles
  • 2024 – 151,278 miles
  • 2023 – 150,228 miles
  • 2020 – 180,551 miles
  • 2019 – 170,387 miles
  • 2018 – 162,723 miles
  • 2017 – 146,693 miles
  • 2016 – 132,250 miles
  • 2015 – 129,450 miles
  • 2014 – 126,179 miles
  • 2013 – 117,181 miles
  • 2012 – 111,251 miles
  • 2011 – 102,032 miles
  • 2010 – 91,028 miles
  • 2009 – 79,023 miles
  • 2008 – 66,681 miles
  • 2007 – 57,403 miles
  • 2006 – 42,390 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,140 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front sill corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisorySill covers fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass153,140 miles (+1,107)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    153,140 miles
    Test number
    248614563634
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  2. Pass152,033 miles (+755)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    152,033 miles
    Test number
    547798296588
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  3. Pass151,278 miles (+1,050)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    151,278 miles
    Test number
    951213889138
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive OIL LEAK BACK OF ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass150,228 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    150,228 miles
    Test number
    958299490607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail150,226 miles (-30,325)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,226 miles
    Test number
    291987881399
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded front connection (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass180,551 miles (+10,164)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    180,551 miles
    Test number
    346755997708
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass170,387 miles (+7,664)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    170,387 miles
    Test number
    545387940016
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass162,723 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    162,723 miles
    Test number
    411234176777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail162,723 miles (+16,030)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,723 miles
    Test number
    909300715091
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass146,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    146,693 miles
    Test number
    330326805082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail146,693 miles (+14,443)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,693 miles
    Test number
    554584010541
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  12. Pass132,250 miles (+2,800)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    132,250 miles
    Test number
    831046869535
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass129,450 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    129,450 miles
    Test number
    767096951495
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail129,446 miles (+3,267)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,446 miles
    Test number
    386635915675
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass126,179 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    126,179 miles
    Test number
    479538164232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail126,179 miles (+8,998)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,179 miles
    Test number
    855838864272
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass117,181 miles (+5,930)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    117,181 miles
    Test number
    328841943468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass111,251 miles (+9,219)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    111,251 miles
    Test number
    607863042288
    • NoteRear brake discs in poor condition

  19. Pass102,032 miles (+11,004)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    102,032 miles
    Test number
    878272531269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass91,028 miles (+12,005)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    91,028 miles
    Test number
    180875460180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass79,023 miles (+12,342)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    79,023 miles
    Test number
    160397019109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass66,681 miles (+9,278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    66,681 miles
    Test number
    581780808162
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass57,403 miles (+15,013)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    57,403 miles
    Test number
    841164907260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    42,390 miles
    Test number
    233101096049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass42,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    42,390 miles
    Test number
    461121096004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 OFM

Does LF02 OFM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF02 OFM is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF02 OFM?
The MOT on LF02 OFM is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF02 OFM done?
LF02 OFM was recorded at 153,140 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 5,586 miles a year.
Has LF02 OFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 OFM has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LF02 OFM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Jan 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LF02 OFM find?
LF02 OFM passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; offside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; offside front sill corroded, and 3 more.

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