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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM52 BSXMOT history

LM52 BSX is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 16 Sept 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 113,377 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2022.

LM52 BSX black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Sept 2023
Mileage
113,377 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,325 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 BSX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 BSX was last recorded at 113,377 miles on 17 Sept 2022, 1,616 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,761 miles · 16 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
1,616 miles
Average per year
5,325 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 113,377 miles
  • 2021 – 111,761 miles
  • 2020 – 110,182 miles
  • 2019 – 109,006 miles
  • 2018 – 107,699 miles
  • 2017 – 104,283 miles
  • 2016 – 100,406 miles
  • 2014 – 97,319 miles
  • 2013 – 80,670 miles
  • 2011 – 70,723 miles
  • 2009 – 45,264 miles
  • 2007 – 38,182 miles
  • 2006 – 31,468 miles
  • 2005 – 24,335 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,377 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both side (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2007

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,377 miles (+1,616)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    113,377 miles
    Test number
    905710855929
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both side (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass111,761 miles (+1,579)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    111,761 miles
    Test number
    218083899639
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  3. Pass110,182 miles (+1,176)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    110,182 miles
    Test number
    869906708728
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass109,006 miles (+1,307)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    109,006 miles
    Test number
    969542280810
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass107,699 miles (+3,416)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    107,699 miles
    Test number
    632011246469
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass104,283 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    104,283 miles
    Test number
    674073538052
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Fail104,283 miles (+3,877)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,283 miles
    Test number
    454932822766
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass100,406 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    100,406 miles
    Test number
    411548300688
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine management warning light illuminating.

  9. Fail100,406 miles (+3,087)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,406 miles
    Test number
    681440296354
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working both side (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine management warning light illuminating.

  10. Fail97,319 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,319 miles
    Test number
    436945264342
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Pass97,319 miles (+6,864)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    97,319 miles
    Test number
    975875864368
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass90,455 miles (+9,785)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    90,455 miles
    Test number
    789906204025
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass80,670 miles (+9,947)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    80,670 miles
    Test number
    407213003053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail70,723 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,723 miles
    Test number
    269487241324
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass70,723 miles (+8,054)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    70,723 miles
    Test number
    295297841304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,669 miles (+17,405)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    62,669 miles
    Test number
    736434501001
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn.

  17. Pass45,264 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    45,264 miles
    Test number
    510908209057
    • NoteFront and rear wiper blades slightly worn.

  18. Fail45,264 miles (+7,082)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,264 miles
    Test number
    113747109010
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteFront and rear wiper blades slightly worn.

  19. Pass38,182 miles (+6,714)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    38,182 miles
    Test number
    473178347396
    • 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)

  20. Pass31,468 miles (+7,133)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    31,468 miles
    Test number
    762986056362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    24,335 miles
    Test number
    764852365396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail24,335 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,335 miles
    Test number
    453652265390
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)

Questions about LM52 BSX

Does LM52 BSX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 BSX expired on 16 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 BSX?
The MOT on LM52 BSX expired on 16 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 BSX done?
LM52 BSX was recorded at 113,377 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2022, an average of 5,325 miles a year.
Has LM52 BSX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 BSX has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2017.
Has the mileage on LM52 BSX 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 LM52 BSX find?
LM52 BSX passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2022 with 5 advisories: front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both side; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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