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Volkswagen Golf

Gold · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LL52 HEUMOT history

LL52 HEU is a gold diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 15 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 149,200 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

LL52 HEU gold Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Nov 2026
Mileage
149,200 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,361 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL52 HEU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
17 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL52 HEU was last recorded at 149,200 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 10,876 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,324 miles · 25 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
10,876 miles
Average per year
6,361 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 149,200 miles
  • 2024 – 138,324 miles
  • 2023 – 132,422 miles
  • 2022 – 121,377 miles
  • 2021 – 112,749 miles
  • 2020 – 108,389 miles
  • 2019 – 104,960 miles
  • 2018 – 99,587 miles
  • 2017 – 93,813 miles
  • 2016 – 88,377 miles
  • 2015 – 82,281 miles
  • 2014 – 76,764 miles
  • 2013 – 70,342 miles
  • 2012 – 65,093 miles
  • 2011 – 59,440 miles
  • 2010 – 53,176 miles
  • 2009 – 47,242 miles
  • 2008 – 40,839 miles
  • 2007 – 34,050 miles
  • 2006 – 27,462 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,200 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • N/S/F has a oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Both front tyres wearing inner & outer edges & close to wear indicators

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 18 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,200 miles (+10,876)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    149,200 miles
    Test number
    508002792557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass138,324 miles (+5,902)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    138,324 miles
    Test number
    513014707532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass132,422 miles (+11,045)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    132,422 miles
    Test number
    355987499812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass121,377 miles (+8,628)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    121,377 miles
    Test number
    978394339269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass112,749 miles (+4,360)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    112,749 miles
    Test number
    308496297756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass108,389 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    108,389 miles
    Test number
    808561626718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail108,353 miles (+3,393)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,353 miles
    Test number
    454136601514
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryRear springs rusty

  8. Pass104,960 miles (+46)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    104,960 miles
    Test number
    654460188107
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail104,914 miles (+5,327)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,914 miles
    Test number
    743079676706
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass99,587 miles (+21)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    99,587 miles
    Test number
    828657275804
    • AdvisoryN/S/F has a oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail99,566 miles (+5,753)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,566 miles
    Test number
    878938557022
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryN/S/F has a oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass93,813 miles (+97)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    93,813 miles
    Test number
    495061367290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail93,716 miles (+5,339)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,716 miles
    Test number
    327819363969
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass88,377 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    88,377 miles
    Test number
    320573785040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail88,331 miles (+6,050)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,331 miles
    Test number
    897904268632
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass82,281 miles (+43)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    82,281 miles
    Test number
    860044300555
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing inner & outer edges & close to wear indicators
    • AdvisoryExhaust corrode holed & blowing slightly
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low

  17. Fail82,238 miles (+5,474)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,238 miles
    Test number
    715780229618
    • FailureOffside 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 Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing inner & outer edges & close to wear indicators
    • AdvisoryExhaust corrode holed & blowing slightly
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low

  18. Pass76,764 miles (+6,422)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    76,764 miles
    Test number
    606870864278
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass70,342 miles (+5,249)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    70,342 miles
    Test number
    755511463214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass65,093 miles (+5,653)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    65,093 miles
    Test number
    376868952262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass59,440 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    59,440 miles
    Test number
    459229351231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail59,364 miles (+6,188)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,364 miles
    Test number
    637446351292
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Pass53,176 miles (+5,934)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    53,176 miles
    Test number
    140147850200
    • DangerousNail in offside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSmall split around the inner clip on o/s c.v boot

  24. Pass47,242 miles (+6,403)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    47,242 miles
    Test number
    564477859249
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass40,839 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    40,839 miles
    Test number
    174119858246
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail40,839 miles (+6,789)2 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,839 miles
    Test number
    131359358255
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front 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)

  27. Pass34,050 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    34,050 miles
    Test number
    350680667232
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  28. Fail34,050 miles (+6,588)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,050 miles
    Test number
    942160667261
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  29. Pass27,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    27,462 miles
    Test number
    592591666236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL52 HEU

Does LL52 HEU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL52 HEU is valid until 15 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL52 HEU?
The MOT on LL52 HEU is valid until 15 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL52 HEU done?
LL52 HEU was recorded at 149,200 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 6,361 miles a year.
Has LL52 HEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL52 HEU has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on LL52 HEU 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 LL52 HEU find?
LL52 HEU passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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