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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,390 cc

LF52 YFNMOT history

LF52 YFN is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 88,505 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.

LF52 YFN black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
88,505 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,324 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 YFN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
27 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 YFN was last recorded at 88,505 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 6,324 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,181 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,324 miles
Average per year
3,324 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,505 miles
  • 2025 – 82,181 miles
  • 2024 – 80,728 miles
  • 2023 – 79,329 miles
  • 2022 – 78,028 miles
  • 2021 – 76,715 miles
  • 2020 – 73,709 miles
  • 2018 – 70,369 miles
  • 2017 – 67,619 miles
  • 2016 – 65,480 miles
  • 2015 – 62,672 miles
  • 2014 – 60,492 miles
  • 2013 – 57,478 miles
  • 2012 – 52,248 miles
  • 2011 – 49,520 miles
  • 2010 – 45,670 miles
  • 2009 – 42,872 miles
  • 2008 – 36,079 miles
  • 2007 – 31,105 miles
  • 2006 – 25,921 miles
  • 2005 – 20,757 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,505 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 23 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,505 miles (+6,324)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    88,505 miles
    Test number
    211007223497
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass82,181 miles (+1,453)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    82,181 miles
    Test number
    274025095064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged door mirror glass
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass80,728 miles (+1,399)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    80,728 miles
    Test number
    811635893488
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass79,329 miles (+1,301)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    79,329 miles
    Test number
    243882914063
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass78,028 miles (+1,313)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    78,028 miles
    Test number
    374567195575
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass76,715 miles (+3,006)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    76,715 miles
    Test number
    270279700280
    • AdvisoryEngine covered all around underneath in oil.
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides U Clamp bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass73,709 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    73,709 miles
    Test number
    187646132259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin VERY CLOSE (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Fail73,709 miles (+3,340)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,709 miles
    Test number
    552302079795
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin VERY CLOSE (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass70,369 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    70,369 miles
    Test number
    805154524488
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement U Clamp mount rubber (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement U Clamp mount rubber (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Fail70,369 miles (+2,750)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,369 miles
    Test number
    855272708114
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working both (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement U Clamp mount rubber (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement U Clamp mount rubber (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass67,619 miles (+2,139)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    67,619 miles
    Test number
    606151094530
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  12. Pass65,480 miles (+2,808)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    65,480 miles
    Test number
    730965833679
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  13. Pass62,672 miles (+2,180)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    62,672 miles
    Test number
    375938300578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,492 miles (+3,014)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    60,492 miles
    Test number
    666303974244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,478 miles (+5,230)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    57,478 miles
    Test number
    846057253231
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak
  16. Pass52,248 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    52,248 miles
    Test number
    965083962268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail52,189 miles (+2,669)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,189 miles
    Test number
    926919952259
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
  18. Pass49,520 miles (+3,850)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    49,520 miles
    Test number
    219864761293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,670 miles (+2,798)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    45,670 miles
    Test number
    492613170249
    • NoteFRONT LICENSE PLATE DISCOLORED
    • NoteO/S/F BRAKE DISC CORRODED /RUSTED SURFACE
    • NoteO/S/F N/S/F N/S/R TYRES PERISHED SIDEWALLS 175/80/14
  20. Pass42,872 miles (+6,793)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    42,872 miles
    Test number
    391124509479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,079 miles (+4,974)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    36,079 miles
    Test number
    173962788199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,105 miles (+5,184)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    31,105 miles
    Test number
    503764957279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,921 miles (+5,164)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    25,921 miles
    Test number
    173107256233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    20,757 miles
    Test number
    150116765220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 YFN

Does LF52 YFN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 YFN is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 YFN?
The MOT on LF52 YFN is valid until 11 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 YFN done?
LF52 YFN was recorded at 88,505 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 3,324 miles a year.
Has LF52 YFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 YFN has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on LF52 YFN 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 YFN find?
LF52 YFN passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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