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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LF52 FCUMOT history

LF52 FCU is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 22 Feb 2024 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 108,154 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2023.

LF52 FCU silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Feb 2024
Mileage
108,154 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2023
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,783 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 FCU
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
27 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 FCU was last recorded at 108,154 miles on 23 Feb 2023, 8,505 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,649 miles · 15 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
8,505 miles
Average per year
5,783 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 108,154 miles
  • 2022 – 99,649 miles
  • 2021 – 98,737 miles
  • 2019 – 82,407 miles
  • 2018 – 81,654 miles
  • 2017 – 81,642 miles
  • 2016 – 80,420 miles
  • 2015 – 77,074 miles
  • 2014 – 72,848 miles
  • 2013 – 69,068 miles
  • 2012 – 65,848 miles
  • 2011 – 62,411 miles
  • 2010 – 59,921 miles
  • 2009 – 55,696 miles
  • 2008 – 45,621 miles
  • 2007 – 27,688 miles
  • 2006 – 10,313 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,154 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass108,154 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    108,154 miles
    Test number
    966398608528
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail108,154 miles (+8,505)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,154 miles
    Test number
    912620975151
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass99,649 miles (+912)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    99,649 miles
    Test number
    749872687789
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass98,737 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    98,737 miles
    Test number
    427450407524
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail98,732 miles (+16,325)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,732 miles
    Test number
    401686576133
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass82,407 miles (+753)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    82,407 miles
    Test number
    393962720427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass81,654 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    81,654 miles
    Test number
    105087018134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass81,642 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    81,642 miles
    Test number
    588300288215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail81,641 miles (+1,221)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,641 miles
    Test number
    175784670010
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  10. Pass80,420 miles (+3,346)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    80,420 miles
    Test number
    993103464845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,074 miles (+4,226)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    77,074 miles
    Test number
    963391833885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,848 miles (+3,780)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    72,848 miles
    Test number
    886170744261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,068 miles (+3,220)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    69,068 miles
    Test number
    155140423236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,848 miles (+3,437)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    65,848 miles
    Test number
    307047232235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass62,411 miles (+2,490)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    62,411 miles
    Test number
    626504611258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail59,921 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,921 miles
    Test number
    102380230214
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass59,921 miles (+4,225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    59,921 miles
    Test number
    351370530207
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass55,696 miles (+2,066)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    55,696 miles
    Test number
    700520049289
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  19. Fail53,630 miles (+8,009)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,630 miles
    Test number
    912698339253
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

  20. Pass45,621 miles (+17,933)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    45,621 miles
    Test number
    321713448467
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass27,688 miles (+17,375)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    27,688 miles
    Test number
    190105277040
    • NoteBOTH FRONT LOWER ARMS / REAR SUPPORT BUSHES STARTING TO UNBOND / FLEX SLIGHTLY WHEN ON LOCK TO LOCKS
    • NoteBOTH REAR TYRES WEARING CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMITS 225 / 45 / 17 Y SMALL CUTS IN TREAD
    • NoteREAR BRAKE PADS GETTING VERY CLOSE TO LIMITS / STRONG ADVISE TO REPLACE
    • NoteSUSPENSION LOWERED / STIFFEND ALL ROUND

  22. Pass10,313 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    10,313 miles
    Test number
    333133886079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 FCU

Does LF52 FCU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 FCU expired on 22 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 FCU?
The MOT on LF52 FCU expired on 22 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 FCU done?
LF52 FCU was recorded at 108,154 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2023, an average of 5,783 miles a year.
Has LF52 FCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 FCU has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LF52 FCU 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 FCU find?
LF52 FCU passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive.

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