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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LF52 OLJMOT history

LF52 OLJ is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 89,036 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

LF52 OLJ silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
89,036 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,294 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 OLJ
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
23 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 OLJ was last recorded at 89,036 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 768 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,268 miles · 5 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
768 miles
Average per year
3,294 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,036 miles
  • 2023 – 88,268 miles
  • 2020 – 87,682 miles
  • 2019 – 84,718 miles
  • 2017 – 81,341 miles
  • 2016 – 78,635 miles
  • 2015 – 74,578 miles
  • 2014 – 69,757 miles
  • 2013 – 67,245 miles
  • 2012 – 62,366 miles
  • 2011 – 57,141 miles
  • 2010 – 49,717 miles
  • 2009 – 41,944 miles
  • 2008 – 34,935 miles
  • 2007 – 28,528 miles
  • 2006 – 23,827 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,036 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

19 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,036 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    89,036 miles
    Test number
    720358517668
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail89,036 miles (+768)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,036 miles
    Test number
    309251297206
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass88,268 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    88,268 miles
    Test number
    521742452839
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail88,268 miles (+586)2 dangerous2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,268 miles
    Test number
    643498935742
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testBrake disc significantly and obviously worn both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass87,682 miles (+2,964)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    87,682 miles
    Test number
    164408431696
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front rear wishbone bushes have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on outer edge however no plycords exposed (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass84,718 miles (+3,377)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    84,718 miles
    Test number
    418313775856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass81,341 miles (+2,706)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    81,341 miles
    Test number
    319824704174
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  8. Pass78,635 miles (+4,057)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    78,635 miles
    Test number
    668345248088
    • AdvisoryFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass74,578 miles (+4,821)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    74,578 miles
    Test number
    313883180076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  10. Pass69,757 miles (+2,512)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    69,757 miles
    Test number
    876003324214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,245 miles (+4,879)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    67,245 miles
    Test number
    396054123407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,366 miles (+5,225)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    62,366 miles
    Test number
    366077822476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,141 miles (+7,424)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    57,141 miles
    Test number
    975637121234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,717 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    49,717 miles
    Test number
    551660960170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail49,709 miles (+7,765)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,709 miles
    Test number
    780779550183
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass41,944 miles (+7,009)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    41,944 miles
    Test number
    550791469183
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass34,935 miles (+6,407)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    34,935 miles
    Test number
    254488668496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,528 miles (+4,701)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    28,528 miles
    Test number
    212439777086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,827 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    23,827 miles
    Test number
    722947796043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 OLJ

Does LF52 OLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 OLJ is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 OLJ?
The MOT on LF52 OLJ is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 OLJ done?
LF52 OLJ was recorded at 89,036 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 3,294 miles a year.
Has LF52 OLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 OLJ has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LF52 OLJ 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 OLJ find?
LF52 OLJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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