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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LF52 VXWMOT history

LF52 VXW is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 14 Mar 2023 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 143,239 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2022.

LF52 VXW red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Mar 2023
Mileage
143,239 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2022
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,482 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 VXW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 VXW was last recorded at 143,239 miles on 28 Feb 2022, 8,433 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,806 miles · 10 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
8,433 miles
Average per year
6,482 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 143,239 miles
  • 2021 – 134,806 miles
  • 2020 – 130,052 miles
  • 2019 – 121,805 miles
  • 2018 – 114,901 miles
  • 2017 – 108,447 miles
  • 2016 – 103,010 miles
  • 2015 – 97,688 miles
  • 2014 – 91,887 miles
  • 2013 – 88,551 miles
  • 2012 – 83,587 miles
  • 2011 – 78,045 miles
  • 2010 – 73,496 miles
  • 2009 – 68,217 miles
  • 2008 – 60,703 miles
  • 2007 – 58,677 miles
  • 2006 – 49,075 miles
  • 2005 – 36,290 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,239 miles
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 30 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,239 miles (+8,433)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    143,239 miles
    Test number
    422310505981
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass134,806 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    134,806 miles
    Test number
    932871952491
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Fail134,806 miles (+4,754)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,806 miles
    Test number
    923998440033
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  4. Pass130,052 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    130,052 miles
    Test number
    694145426894
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail130,052 miles (+8,247)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,052 miles
    Test number
    293810643088
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass121,805 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    121,805 miles
    Test number
    523789154064
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail121,805 miles (+6,904)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,805 miles
    Test number
    463855646083
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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 Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass114,901 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    114,901 miles
    Test number
    332107348991
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail114,901 miles (+6,454)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,901 miles
    Test number
    740821119146
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass108,447 miles (+5,437)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    108,447 miles
    Test number
    329193005620
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE REAR BRAKE HAS SLIGHT BIND

  11. Pass103,010 miles (+104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    103,010 miles
    Test number
    554550745868
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

  12. Fail102,906 miles (+5,218)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,906 miles
    Test number
    691015518024
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

  13. Pass97,688 miles (+5,801)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    97,688 miles
    Test number
    237122175040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  14. Pass91,887 miles (+115)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    91,887 miles
    Test number
    118731074015
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail91,772 miles (+3,221)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,772 miles
    Test number
    185854264036
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass88,551 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    88,551 miles
    Test number
    278116463053
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  17. Fail88,551 miles (+4,964)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,551 miles
    Test number
    219086363079
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  18. Fail83,587 miles1 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,587 miles
    Test number
    219666562023
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNSF tyre has sidewall damage
    • NoteOSR tyre inner tread becoming out of shape slightly
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass83,587 miles (+5,542)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    83,587 miles
    Test number
    686596262004
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNSF tyre has sidewall damage
    • NoteOSR tyre inner tread becoming out of shape slightly
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Pass78,045 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    78,045 miles
    Test number
    459474371095
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight PAS fluid leak at union joining rack

  21. Fail78,045 miles (+4,549)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,045 miles
    Test number
    849104171081
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight PAS fluid leak at union joining rack

  22. Pass73,496 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    73,496 miles
    Test number
    701929590013
    • NoteN/S/F wish bone bush is starting to seperate from its housing, but is not resulting in excessive movement.
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded.

  23. Fail73,496 miles (+5,279)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,496 miles
    Test number
    150629590412
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteN/S/F wish bone bush is starting to seperate from its housing, but is not resulting in excessive movement.
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded.
    • NoteRear wiper smearing badly.

  24. Pass68,217 miles (+7,514)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    68,217 miles
    Test number
    171766799447
    • NoteNearside front lower suspension arm, inner rear bush cracking slightly but not resulting in excessive movement

  25. Pass60,703 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    60,703 miles
    Test number
    810962028161
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Fail60,703 miles (+2,026)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,703 miles
    Test number
    784461628107
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass58,677 miles (+9,602)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    58,677 miles
    Test number
    993418897222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass49,075 miles (+12,785)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    49,075 miles
    Test number
    924684406337
    • 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)

  29. Pass36,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    36,290 miles
    Test number
    611342745214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 VXW

Does LF52 VXW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 VXW expired on 14 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 VXW?
The MOT on LF52 VXW expired on 14 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 VXW done?
LF52 VXW was recorded at 143,239 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2022, an average of 6,482 miles a year.
Has LF52 VXW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 VXW has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on LF52 VXW 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 VXW find?
LF52 VXW passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2022 with 1 advisory: play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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