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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LF52 CVRMOT history

LF52 CVR is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 31 Oct 2025 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 188,219 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2024.

LF52 CVR silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Oct 2025
Mileage
188,219 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2024
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,053 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 CVR
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
11 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 CVR was last recorded at 188,219 miles on 1 Nov 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,217 miles · 31 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
8,053 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 188,219 miles
  • 2023 – 185,824 miles
  • 2022 – 182,579 miles
  • 2021 – 177,592 miles
  • 2020 – 171,672 miles
  • 2019 – 165,880 miles
  • 2018 – 148,423 miles
  • 2017 – 132,852 miles
  • 2016 – 118,952 miles
  • 2015 – 112,474 miles
  • 2014 – 104,780 miles
  • 2013 – 89,257 miles
  • 2012 – 83,189 miles
  • 2011 – 76,053 miles
  • 2010 – 69,134 miles
  • 2009 – 63,109 miles
  • 2008 – 57,028 miles
  • 2007 – 51,474 miles
  • 2006 – 45,306 miles
  • 2005 – 33,815 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,219 miles
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear floorpan heat shield looseRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive dip stick pipe broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust heat shield insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,219 miles (+2)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    188,219 miles
    Test number
    377830334565
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear floorpan heat shield loose
  2. Fail188,217 miles (+2,393)3 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,217 miles
    Test number
    827007385589
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear floorpan heat shield loose
  3. Pass185,824 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    185,824 miles
    Test number
    583285914339
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail185,822 miles (+3,243)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,822 miles
    Test number
    936088583925
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass182,579 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    182,579 miles
    Test number
    707983242079
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive dip stick pipe broken (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
  6. Fail182,578 miles (+4,986)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,578 miles
    Test number
    889718068559
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive dip stick pipe broken (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
  7. Pass177,592 miles (+5,920)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    177,592 miles
    Test number
    520715710033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass171,672 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    171,672 miles
    Test number
    849403527686
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Fail171,672 miles (+5,792)2 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,672 miles
    Test number
    885953126177
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass165,880 miles (+17,457)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    165,880 miles
    Test number
    448297705143
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass148,423 miles (+15,571)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    148,423 miles
    Test number
    469737046442
    • AdvisoryMiddle exhaust bracket broken.
  12. Pass132,852 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    132,852 miles
    Test number
    951638529264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail132,777 miles (+13,825)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,777 miles
    Test number
    858741488623
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases downpipe (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slightly worn on edges.
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades slightly worn.
  14. Pass118,952 miles (+6,478)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    118,952 miles
    Test number
    531224847833
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear TYRE CASING PERISHED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear TYRE CASING PERISHED
  15. Pass112,474 miles (+7,694)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    112,474 miles
    Test number
    644809580569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass104,780 miles (+15,523)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    104,780 miles
    Test number
    737234144254
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  17. Pass89,257 miles (+6,068)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    89,257 miles
    Test number
    356386343261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass83,189 miles (+7,136)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    83,189 miles
    Test number
    519926352291
    • NoteBoth front and rear brake discs slightly lipped
  19. Pass76,053 miles (+6,919)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    76,053 miles
    Test number
    348238741486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass69,134 miles (+6,025)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    69,134 miles
    Test number
    191993630287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass63,109 miles (+6,081)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    63,109 miles
    Test number
    650887259293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,028 miles (+5,554)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    57,028 miles
    Test number
    350827248423
    • NoteNearside front tyre on limits of wear.
  23. Pass51,474 miles (+6,168)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    51,474 miles
    Test number
    441746647258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass45,306 miles (+11,491)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    45,306 miles
    Test number
    254702146261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,815 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    33,815 miles
    Test number
    494262745203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 CVR

Does LF52 CVR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 CVR expired on 31 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 CVR?
The MOT on LF52 CVR expired on 31 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 CVR done?
LF52 CVR was recorded at 188,219 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2024, an average of 8,053 miles a year.
Has LF52 CVR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 CVR has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LF52 CVR 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 LF52 CVR find?
LF52 CVR passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2024 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 3 more.

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