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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,984 cc

LF52 YFLMOT history

LF52 YFL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 192,558 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

LF52 YFL silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
192,558 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,638 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 YFL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 YFL was last recorded at 192,558 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,556 miles · 10 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
7,638 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 192,558 miles
  • 2024 – 179,080 miles
  • 2023 – 166,613 miles
  • 2022 – 155,290 miles
  • 2020 – 129,012 miles
  • 2019 – 124,665 miles
  • 2018 – 118,617 miles
  • 2017 – 112,709 miles
  • 2016 – 106,851 miles
  • 2015 – 100,516 miles
  • 2014 – 93,881 miles
  • 2013 – 87,705 miles
  • 2012 – 82,466 miles
  • 2011 – 77,534 miles
  • 2010 – 71,908 miles
  • 2009 – 66,873 miles
  • 2008 – 58,284 miles
  • 2007 – 50,629 miles
  • 2006 – 44,047 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass192,558 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp with fog light on (4.2.3 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryExhaust deterioratedRecorded 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass192,558 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    192,558 miles
    Test number
    882604640271
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp with fog light on (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
  2. Fail192,556 miles (+13,476)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,556 miles
    Test number
    912351302293
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp with fog light on (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on vehicle pre July 2003
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated
  3. Pass179,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    179,080 miles
    Test number
    355679958029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail179,080 miles (+12,467)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,080 miles
    Test number
    466605157044
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass166,613 miles (+11,323)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    166,613 miles
    Test number
    582262236901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass155,290 miles (+26,278)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    155,290 miles
    Test number
    330008872250
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass129,012 miles (+4,347)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    129,012 miles
    Test number
    713897330562
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar 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))
  8. Pass124,665 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    124,665 miles
    Test number
    846520215548
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Fail124,665 miles (+6,048)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,665 miles
    Test number
    890490457361
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass118,617 miles (+5,908)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    118,617 miles
    Test number
    822697958563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass112,709 miles (+5,858)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    112,709 miles
    Test number
    901770379119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass106,851 miles (+6,335)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    106,851 miles
    Test number
    399855737031
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever requires attention
  13. Pass100,516 miles (+6,635)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    100,516 miles
    Test number
    602028288998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass93,881 miles (+6,176)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    93,881 miles
    Test number
    136012374281
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront wiper blades worn
  15. Pass87,705 miles (+5,239)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    87,705 miles
    Test number
    279656253203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass82,466 miles (+4,932)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    82,466 miles
    Test number
    689331362230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass77,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    77,534 miles
    Test number
    297096151211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail77,534 miles (+5,626)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,534 miles
    Test number
    488856951255
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass71,908 miles (+5,035)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    71,908 miles
    Test number
    191480860276
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Fail66,873 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,873 miles
    Test number
    510794759250
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  21. Pass66,873 miles (+8,589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    66,873 miles
    Test number
    970654459214
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  22. Pass58,284 miles (+7,655)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    58,284 miles
    Test number
    300009158262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass50,629 miles (+6,582)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    50,629 miles
    Test number
    904096257255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass44,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    44,047 miles
    Test number
    442434156218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 YFL

Does LF52 YFL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 YFL is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 YFL?
The MOT on LF52 YFL is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 YFL done?
LF52 YFL was recorded at 192,558 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 7,638 miles a year.
Has LF52 YFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 YFL has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LF52 YFL 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 YFL find?
LF52 YFL passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp with fog light on; exhaust deteriorated.

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