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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LF52 OHZMOT history

LF52 OHZ is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 190,499 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

LF52 OHZ silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
190,499 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,274 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 OHZ
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
1 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 OHZ was last recorded at 190,499 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Aug 2025: 181,422 miles, lower than 181,911 miles on 13 Aug 2025.

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
190,498 miles · 4 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
7,274 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 190,499 miles
  • 2025 – 181,422 miles
  • 2024 – 170,829 miles
  • 2023 – 165,677 miles
  • 2022 – 157,853 miles
  • 2021 – 149,634 miles
  • 2020 – 144,601 miles
  • 2019 – 140,762 miles
  • 2018 – 137,327 miles
  • 2017 – 131,222 miles
  • 2015 – 113,705 miles
  • 2014 – 106,127 miles
  • 2013 – 97,625 miles
  • 2012 – 89,677 miles
  • 2011 – 79,022 miles
  • 2010 – 72,266 miles
  • 2009 – 66,921 miles
  • 2008 – 61,904 miles
  • 2007 – 55,024 miles
  • 2006 – 45,259 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,499 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2012

Full MOT history

30 tests since 17 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,499 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    190,499 miles
    Test number
    972749473811
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Fail190,498 miles (+9,076)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,498 miles
    Test number
    406163878988
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass181,422 miles (-489)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    181,422 miles
    Test number
    241022605585
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded, covered in grease or other material
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

  4. Fail181,911 miles (+11,082)1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,911 miles
    Test number
    152622645599
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe into tail box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded, covered in grease or other material
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

  5. Pass170,829 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    170,829 miles
    Test number
    163499834144
    • AdvisoryALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL SPRINGS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail170,823 miles (+5,146)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,823 miles
    Test number
    292039475423
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryALL SUSPENSION COMPONENTS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded ALL SPRINGS (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass165,677 miles (+5)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    165,677 miles
    Test number
    359447878137
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear REAR SUSPENSION CORRODED
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail165,672 miles (+7,819)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,672 miles
    Test number
    125437466202
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH SIDES (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear REAR SUSPENSION CORRODED
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass157,853 miles (+8,219)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    157,853 miles
    Test number
    951782711580
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass149,634 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    149,634 miles
    Test number
    363215726643
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  11. Fail149,634 miles (+5,033)1 dangerous2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,634 miles
    Test number
    667391056674
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  12. Pass144,601 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    144,601 miles
    Test number
    339436029878
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail144,601 miles (+3,839)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,601 miles
    Test number
    526056941037
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass140,762 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    140,762 miles
    Test number
    945744603538
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  15. Fail140,762 miles (+3,435)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,762 miles
    Test number
    353378846243
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  16. Pass137,327 miles (+6,105)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    137,327 miles
    Test number
    993764142290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  17. Pass131,222 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    131,222 miles
    Test number
    704429736062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail131,222 miles (+17,517)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,222 miles
    Test number
    504557764218
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass113,705 miles (+7,578)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    113,705 miles
    Test number
    447286952351
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAdv rear ex corroded

  20. Fail106,127 miles5 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,127 miles
    Test number
    435116244286
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteTail exhaust box outer skin rusted

  21. Pass106,127 miles (+8,502)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    106,127 miles
    Test number
    526976344253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteTail exhaust box outer skin rusted

  22. Pass97,625 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    97,625 miles
    Test number
    399391133238
    • 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)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteNearside headlamp glass chipped
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc scored

  23. Fail97,625 miles (+7,948)1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,625 miles
    Test number
    448681233221
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteNearside headlamp glass chipped
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc scored

  24. Pass89,677 miles (+10,655)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    89,677 miles
    Test number
    275208622219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteSlight chip nearside front headlamp
    • NoteSlight play in nearside rack inner joint

  25. Pass79,022 miles (+6,756)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    79,022 miles
    Test number
    357540631455
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass72,266 miles (+5,345)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    72,266 miles
    Test number
    684672430277
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside headlamp chipped
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside outer sill

  27. Pass66,921 miles (+5,017)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    66,921 miles
    Test number
    331076729277
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass61,904 miles (+6,880)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    61,904 miles
    Test number
    613758228244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass55,024 miles (+9,765)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    55,024 miles
    Test number
    451958627212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass45,259 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    45,259 miles
    Test number
    791759926296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCrack in front number plate

Questions about LF52 OHZ

Does LF52 OHZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 OHZ is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 OHZ?
The MOT on LF52 OHZ is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 OHZ done?
LF52 OHZ was recorded at 190,499 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026, an average of 7,274 miles a year.
Has LF52 OHZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 OHZ has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LF52 OHZ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Aug 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LF52 OHZ find?
LF52 OHZ passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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