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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LF52 VXYMOT history

LF52 VXY is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 4 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 135,699 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Oct 2022.

LF52 VXY silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2023
Mileage
135,699 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,887 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 VXY
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
4 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 VXY was last recorded at 135,699 miles on 5 Oct 2022, 10,603 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,096 miles · 25 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
10,603 miles
Average per year
6,887 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 135,699 miles
  • 2021 – 125,096 miles
  • 2020 – 118,825 miles
  • 2019 – 111,835 miles
  • 2018 – 105,294 miles
  • 2017 – 98,434 miles
  • 2016 – 88,592 miles
  • 2015 – 78,882 miles
  • 2014 – 69,663 miles
  • 2013 – 61,230 miles
  • 2012 – 50,055 miles
  • 2011 – 42,211 miles
  • 2010 – 36,733 miles
  • 2008 – 33,157 miles
  • 2007 – 32,166 miles
  • 2006 – 25,221 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,699 miles
  • AdvisoryDamage to nearside front sill
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFuel tank damp
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 20 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,699 miles (+10,603)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    135,699 miles
    Test number
    927044095943
    • AdvisoryDamage to nearside front sill
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank damp
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass125,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    125,096 miles
    Test number
    900141163393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail125,093 miles (+6,268)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,093 miles
    Test number
    883952254725
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass118,825 miles (+6,990)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    118,825 miles
    Test number
    316134034803
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass111,835 miles (+6,541)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    111,835 miles
    Test number
    692160112646
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass105,294 miles (+6,860)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    105,294 miles
    Test number
    867031167777
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass98,434 miles (+146)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    98,434 miles
    Test number
    238198482360
    • 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

  8. Fail98,288 miles (+9,696)3 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,288 miles
    Test number
    248348647903
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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

  9. Pass88,592 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    88,592 miles
    Test number
    608213171359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  10. Fail88,592 miles (+79)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,592 miles
    Test number
    118872271078
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  11. Fail88,513 miles (+9,631)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,513 miles
    Test number
    660125242424
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

  12. Pass78,882 miles (+9,219)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    78,882 miles
    Test number
    529806677116
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass69,663 miles (+8,433)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    69,663 miles
    Test number
    369548164248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,230 miles (+11,175)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    61,230 miles
    Test number
    998220773276
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass50,055 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    50,055 miles
    Test number
    216754962279
    • 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)

  16. Fail50,030 miles (+7,819)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,030 miles
    Test number
    439723962230
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

  17. Pass42,211 miles (+5,478)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    42,211 miles
    Test number
    247006271241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,733 miles (+3,576)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    36,733 miles
    Test number
    341945070445
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass33,157 miles (+991)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    33,157 miles
    Test number
    723343378295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,166 miles (+6,945)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    32,166 miles
    Test number
    804886677255
    • 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)

  21. Fail25,221 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,221 miles
    Test number
    341043766264
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass25,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    25,221 miles
    Test number
    994023366244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 VXY

Does LF52 VXY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 VXY expired on 6 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 VXY?
The MOT on LF52 VXY expired on 6 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 VXY done?
LF52 VXY was recorded at 135,699 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2022, an average of 6,887 miles a year.
Has LF52 VXY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 VXY has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on LF52 VXY 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 VXY find?
LF52 VXY passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2022 with 4 advisories: damage to nearside front sill; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; fuel tank damp, and 1 more.

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