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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LF52 ODAMOT history

LF52 ODA is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 25 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 198,860 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Nov 2023.

LF52 ODA black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Nov 2024
Mileage
198,860 mi
At MOT on 23 Nov 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,041 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 ODA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 ODA was last recorded at 198,860 miles on 23 Nov 2023, 2,939 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,921 miles · 26 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
2,939 miles
Average per year
8,041 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 198,860 miles
  • 2022 – 195,921 miles
  • 2021 – 191,129 miles
  • 2020 – 185,495 miles
  • 2019 – 180,132 miles
  • 2018 – 173,492 miles
  • 2017 – 168,648 miles
  • 2016 – 162,687 miles
  • 2015 – 155,592 miles
  • 2014 – 148,179 miles
  • 2013 – 139,548 miles
  • 2012 – 131,133 miles
  • 2011 – 124,725 miles
  • 2010 – 104,765 miles
  • 2009 – 91,941 miles
  • 2007 – 73,875 miles
  • 2006 – 61,111 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,860 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Weeping (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also has a nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Chip (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Slight play in rackends

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,860 miles (+2,939)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    198,860 miles
    Test number
    594388430851
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Weeping (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also has a nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass195,921 miles (+4,792)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    195,921 miles
    Test number
    490612923493
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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. Pass191,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    191,129 miles
    Test number
    125974915645

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail191,128 miles (+5,633)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,128 miles
    Test number
    106889383842
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass185,495 miles (+5,363)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    185,495 miles
    Test number
    538744031234
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both ( corroded) (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass180,132 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    180,132 miles
    Test number
    471968577080
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play in rackends
    • AdvisorySlight play in top mounts

  7. Fail180,132 miles (+6,640)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,132 miles
    Test number
    945973737941
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play in rackends
    • AdvisorySlight play in top mounts

  8. Pass173,492 miles (+4,844)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    173,492 miles
    Test number
    242548619331
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axel bushes slight movement
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner c v gaiter deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes swollen
    • AdvisorySlight lift in both front top suspension mountings

  9. Pass168,648 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    168,648 miles
    Test number
    533060272190
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil level warning light on

  10. Fail168,644 miles (+5,957)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,644 miles
    Test number
    444170547440
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil level warning light on

  11. Pass162,687 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    162,687 miles
    Test number
    164149535563
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil warning light illuminated, but level correct
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' Chip (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Chip (8.3.1d)

  12. Fail162,686 miles (+7,094)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,686 miles
    Test number
    750300236846
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both rear (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil light on

  13. Pass155,592 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    155,592 miles
    Test number
    848380161001
    • AdvisoryCoolant below min limit.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight play inner steering joints.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' Chips (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Chip (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail155,592 miles (+7,413)4 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,592 miles
    Test number
    418091799446
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged High pressure (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged High Pressure (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryCoolant below min limit.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight play inner steering joints.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' Chips (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' Chip (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass148,179 miles (+58)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    148,179 miles
    Test number
    636383484221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteFront bumper valance insecure
    • NoteOil warning light on

  16. Fail148,121 miles (+8,573)4 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,121 miles
    Test number
    318380184455
    • FailureNearside Track rod end has had excessive heat applied (2.2.C.1e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteFront bumper valance insecure
    • NoteOil warning light on

  17. Pass139,548 miles (+8,415)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    139,548 miles
    Test number
    536770883278
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil light on

  18. Pass131,133 miles (+6,408)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    131,133 miles
    Test number
    747728762233
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass124,725 miles (+7,206)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    124,725 miles
    Test number
    535433991220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass117,519 miles (+12,754)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    117,519 miles
    Test number
    178033461021
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth front tyres 3mm
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped

  21. Fail104,765 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,765 miles
    Test number
    322689960076
    • Repaired at testOffside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre(ATTENTION REQUIRED)

  22. Pass104,765 miles (+12,824)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    104,765 miles
    Test number
    673459360065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre(ATTENTION REQUIRED)

  23. Pass91,941 miles (+18,066)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    91,941 miles
    Test number
    964131069054
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass73,875 miles (+12,764)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    73,875 miles
    Test number
    784055597271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnable to check n/s/r seat belt due to child seat fitted

  25. Pass61,111 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    61,111 miles
    Test number
    490589276224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LF52 ODA

Does LF52 ODA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 ODA expired on 25 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 ODA?
The MOT on LF52 ODA expired on 25 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 ODA done?
LF52 ODA was recorded at 198,860 miles at its MOT on 23 Nov 2023, an average of 8,041 miles a year.
Has LF52 ODA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 ODA has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LF52 ODA 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 ODA find?
LF52 ODA passed its latest MOT on 23 Nov 2023 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated weeping; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 6 more.

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