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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LF02 VZTMOT history

LF02 VZT is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 28 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 107,378 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

LF02 VZT grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Feb 2027
Mileage
107,378 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,825 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 VZT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 VZT was last recorded at 107,378 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 57 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,321 miles · 4 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
57 miles
Average per year
4,825 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,378 miles
  • 2025 – 96,862 miles
  • 2024 – 91,587 miles
  • 2023 – 85,150 miles
  • 2022 – 80,892 miles
  • 2021 – 76,322 miles
  • 2020 – 71,213 miles
  • 2019 – 64,514 miles
  • 2018 – 59,064 miles
  • 2017 – 52,784 miles
  • 2016 – 45,112 miles
  • 2015 – 36,813 miles
  • 2014 – 32,400 miles
  • 2013 – 28,532 miles
  • 2012 – 24,494 miles
  • 2011 – 21,337 miles
  • 2010 – 19,170 miles
  • 2009 – 18,066 miles
  • 2008 – 16,497 miles
  • 2007 – 13,775 miles
  • 2006 – 11,031 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,378 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main front to rear pipe at nearside rear. (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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 registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

33 tests since 18 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,378 miles (+57)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    107,378 miles
    Test number
    322951871246
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main front to rear pipe at nearside rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  2. Fail107,321 miles (+10,459)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,321 miles
    Test number
    866507000268
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main front to rear pipe at nearside rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  3. Pass96,862 miles (+328)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    96,862 miles
    Test number
    399447469621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail96,534 miles (+4,947)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,534 miles
    Test number
    902122480488
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass91,587 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    91,587 miles
    Test number
    956488338129
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail91,587 miles (+129)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,587 miles
    Test number
    841382934349
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail91,458 miles (+6,308)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,458 miles
    Test number
    127702420478
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge multiple cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin advise change inner may be worn thinnerand slight brake bind on n/s/r (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted

  8. Pass85,150 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    85,150 miles
    Test number
    736843037429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail85,150 miles (+4,258)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,150 miles
    Test number
    945746871591
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass80,892 miles (+26)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    80,892 miles
    Test number
    765519601268
    • 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))

  11. Fail80,866 miles (+4,544)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,866 miles
    Test number
    981787206620
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • 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))

  12. Pass76,322 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    76,322 miles
    Test number
    218551934433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail76,320 miles (+5,107)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,320 miles
    Test number
    100405001209
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding both (1.2.1 (f))

  14. Pass71,213 miles (+67)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    71,213 miles
    Test number
    459160597408
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  15. Fail71,146 miles (+6,632)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,146 miles
    Test number
    577921268803
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases major leak from front pipe/cat flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair brake disc run out/warped only just met requirements (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  16. Pass64,514 miles (+5,450)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    64,514 miles
    Test number
    441811558317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass59,064 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    59,064 miles
    Test number
    329045829927
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (7.1.2)

  18. Fail59,064 miles (+6,280)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,064 miles
    Test number
    505314903914
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass52,784 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    52,784 miles
    Test number
    304820379345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt leaking grease (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail52,784 miles (+7,672)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,784 miles
    Test number
    400633755720
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryEML illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt leaking grease (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement 'D' bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass45,112 miles (+8,299)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    45,112 miles
    Test number
    540631501232
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront and rear number plate cracked deteriating
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges and perishing
    • AdvisoryRack ends have play

  22. Pass36,813 miles (+103)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    36,813 miles
    Test number
    835431555074
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront exhaust in poor condition

  23. Fail36,710 miles (+4,310)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,710 miles
    Test number
    977932145012
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront exhaust in poor condition

  24. Pass32,400 miles (+3,868)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    32,400 miles
    Test number
    166943844001
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside headlamp aim on tolerance limit

  25. Pass28,532 miles (+4,038)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    28,532 miles
    Test number
    779073743078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteFront exhaust mount deteriorated
    • NoteSlight bind rear brakes

  26. Pass24,494 miles (+3,157)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    24,494 miles
    Test number
    726384052094
    • NoteBothb rear tyres perished

  27. Pass21,337 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    21,337 miles
    Test number
    175035451043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail21,320 miles (+2,150)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,320 miles
    Test number
    806654651085
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass19,170 miles (+1,104)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    19,170 miles
    Test number
    114091450490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass18,066 miles (+1,569)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    18,066 miles
    Test number
    921003359095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass16,497 miles (+2,722)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    16,497 miles
    Test number
    431567848033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass13,775 miles (+2,744)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    13,775 miles
    Test number
    984574157042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass11,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    11,031 miles
    Test number
    642109446053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 VZT

Does LF02 VZT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF02 VZT is valid until 28 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF02 VZT?
The MOT on LF02 VZT is valid until 28 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF02 VZT done?
LF02 VZT was recorded at 107,378 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 4,825 miles a year.
Has LF02 VZT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 VZT has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LF02 VZT 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 VZT find?
LF02 VZT passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear pipe at nearside rear.; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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