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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LF52 YGTMOT history

LF52 YGT is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 133,989 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

LF52 YGT blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
133,989 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,093 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 YGT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
23 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 YGT was last recorded at 133,989 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 3,778 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,211 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,778 miles
Average per year
6,093 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,989 miles
  • 2025 – 130,211 miles
  • 2024 – 126,234 miles
  • 2023 – 121,211 miles
  • 2022 – 117,331 miles
  • 2021 – 112,393 miles
  • 2020 – 106,082 miles
  • 2019 – 97,690 miles
  • 2018 – 86,621 miles
  • 2017 – 81,339 miles
  • 2016 – 74,840 miles
  • 2015 – 65,981 miles
  • 2014 – 60,857 miles
  • 2013 – 55,540 miles
  • 2012 – 48,251 miles
  • 2011 – 40,565 miles
  • 2010 – 33,255 miles
  • 2009 – 25,355 miles
  • 2007 – 20,015 miles
  • 2006 – 13,863 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,989 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Devoid of tread on edges (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.

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,989 miles (+3,778)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    133,989 miles
    Test number
    254254366212
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Devoid of tread on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass130,211 miles (+3,977)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    130,211 miles
    Test number
    749898663859
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass126,234 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    126,234 miles
    Test number
    304394471629
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail126,234 miles (+5,023)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,234 miles
    Test number
    161776927183
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass121,211 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    121,211 miles
    Test number
    889775028701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail121,165 miles (+3,834)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,165 miles
    Test number
    739965604016
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass117,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    117,331 miles
    Test number
    683026841855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail117,330 miles (+4,937)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,330 miles
    Test number
    844879470661
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass112,393 miles (+6,311)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    112,393 miles
    Test number
    515591782076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass106,082 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    106,082 miles
    Test number
    426973010635
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail106,081 miles (+8,391)2 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,081 miles
    Test number
    355518033139
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass97,690 miles (+11,069)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    97,690 miles
    Test number
    528503778753
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass86,621 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    86,621 miles
    Test number
    479873432328
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail86,621 miles (+5,282)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,621 miles
    Test number
    372071009892
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass81,339 miles (+6,499)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    81,339 miles
    Test number
    155518701382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush mounting bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush mounting bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake has a slight bind

  16. Pass74,840 miles (+8,859)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    74,840 miles
    Test number
    244985935977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,981 miles (+5,124)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    65,981 miles
    Test number
    627794305182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEML on
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass60,857 miles (+5,317)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    60,857 miles
    Test number
    168159394093
    • NoteOffside rear brake has a slight bind.

  19. Pass55,540 miles (+7,289)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    55,540 miles
    Test number
    165209453449
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteSmall split nearside wiper blade

  20. Pass48,251 miles (+7,686)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    48,251 miles
    Test number
    216970662009
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket deteriating system still secure
    • NoteFront brake pads are getting worn
    • NoteNearside washer requires attention

  21. Pass40,565 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    40,565 miles
    Test number
    607418271020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail40,565 miles (+7,310)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,565 miles
    Test number
    117328871055
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear tyres underinflated

  23. Pass33,255 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    33,255 miles
    Test number
    792919270095
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside washer requires attention

  24. Fail33,255 miles (+7,900)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,255 miles
    Test number
    873029670082
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside washer requires attention

  25. Pass25,355 miles (+5,340)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    25,355 miles
    Test number
    170260989475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass20,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    20,015 miles
    Test number
    841983457339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail20,015 miles (+6,152)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,015 miles
    Test number
    224172157333
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass13,863 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    13,863 miles
    Test number
    414982846396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 YGT

Does LF52 YGT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 YGT is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 YGT?
The MOT on LF52 YGT is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 YGT done?
LF52 YGT was recorded at 133,989 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 6,093 miles a year.
Has LF52 YGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 YGT has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LF52 YGT 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 YGT find?
LF52 YGT passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on edges.

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