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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LF52 OJWMOT history

LF52 OJW is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 15 Sept 2022 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 183,451 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2022.

LF52 OJW silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Sept 2022
Mileage
183,451 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,811 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 OJW
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 15 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LF52 OJW was last recorded at 183,451 miles on 9 Sept 2022, 5,537 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,914 miles · 2 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
5,537 miles
Average per year
6,811 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 183,451 miles
  • 2021 – 177,914 miles
  • 2020 – 173,013 miles
  • 2019 – 169,069 miles
  • 2018 – 164,851 miles
  • 2017 – 159,812 miles
  • 2016 – 147,689 miles
  • 2015 – 143,579 miles
  • 2013 – 137,665 miles
  • 2012 – 127,614 miles
  • 2011 – 121,554 miles
  • 2010 – 112,291 miles
  • 2009 – 107,265 miles
  • 2008 – 96,913 miles
  • 2007 – 84,799 miles
  • 2006 – 75,428 miles
  • 2005 – 68,040 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail183,451 miles
  • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 31% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • 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 Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2016
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

What MOT failures 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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged Casing missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack gaiter

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail183,451 miles (+5,537)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,451 miles
    Test number
    885770746268
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 31% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • 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 Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Pass177,914 miles (+4,901)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    177,914 miles
    Test number
    885696341134
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass173,013 miles (+40)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    173,013 miles
    Test number
    669790742730
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged Casing missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  4. Fail172,973 miles (+3,904)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,973 miles
    Test number
    474775531450
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged Casing missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Pass169,069 miles (+20)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    169,069 miles
    Test number
    169844426217
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack gaiter (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Fail169,049 miles (+4,198)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,049 miles
    Test number
    614736284672
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack gaiter (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass164,851 miles (+155)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    164,851 miles
    Test number
    653928518793
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken

  8. Fail164,696 miles (+4,884)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,696 miles
    Test number
    418768628729
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust bracket broken

  9. Pass159,812 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    159,812 miles
    Test number
    564213993512
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  10. Fail159,812 miles (+12,123)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,812 miles
    Test number
    831195994605
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  11. Pass147,689 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    147,689 miles
    Test number
    797309781920
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Fail147,683 miles (+4,104)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,683 miles
    Test number
    955398697313
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Pass143,579 miles (+5,914)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    143,579 miles
    Test number
    278298125152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass137,665 miles (+10,051)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    137,665 miles
    Test number
    299784243323
    • 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)

  15. Pass127,614 miles (+6,060)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    127,614 miles
    Test number
    888810342329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass121,554 miles (+9,263)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    121,554 miles
    Test number
    527688821351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass112,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    112,291 miles
    Test number
    794864880228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail112,291 miles (+5,026)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,291 miles
    Test number
    803874780252
    • Repaired at testOffside Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

  19. Pass107,265 miles (+10,352)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    107,265 miles
    Test number
    164505699285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail96,913 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,913 miles
    Test number
    211265288221
    • Repaired at testBrake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass96,913 miles (+12,114)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    96,913 miles
    Test number
    971905488249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass84,799 miles (+9,371)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    84,799 miles
    Test number
    914790707329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass75,428 miles (+7,388)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    75,428 miles
    Test number
    151918006388
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass68,040 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    68,040 miles
    Test number
    340152975271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 OJW

Does LF52 OJW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 OJW expired on 15 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 OJW?
The MOT on LF52 OJW expired on 15 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 OJW done?
LF52 OJW was recorded at 183,451 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2022, an average of 6,811 miles a year.
Has LF52 OJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 OJW has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LF52 OJW 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 OJW find?
LF52 OJW failed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2022 with 8 major defects and 4 advisories: exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values; front brakes imbalanced across an axle 31%; nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 9 more.

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