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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LM52 CTOMOT history

LM52 CTO is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 19 Nov 2022 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 163,375 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2021.

LM52 CTO black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Nov 2022
Mileage
163,375 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2021
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,832 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 CTO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
5 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 CTO was last recorded at 163,375 miles on 19 Nov 2021, 131 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,244 miles · 12 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
131 miles
Average per year
7,832 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 163,375 miles
  • 2020 – 155,048 miles
  • 2019 – 143,466 miles
  • 2018 – 137,544 miles
  • 2017 – 132,280 miles
  • 2016 – 125,979 miles
  • 2015 – 122,528 miles
  • 2013 – 115,070 miles
  • 2012 – 98,735 miles
  • 2011 – 81,997 miles
  • 2010 – 69,951 miles
  • 2009 – 60,186 miles
  • 2008 – 51,469 miles
  • 2007 – 45,067 miles
  • 2006 – 39,667 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,375 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

21 tests since 2 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,375 miles (+131)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    163,375 miles
    Test number
    638563222085
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail163,244 miles (+8,196)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,244 miles
    Test number
    510073893057
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-lock braking system component missing (1.6 (e))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass155,048 miles (+11,582)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    155,048 miles
    Test number
    463162838566
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass143,466 miles (+5,922)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    143,466 miles
    Test number
    728483595339
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  5. Pass137,544 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    137,544 miles
    Test number
    357594520321
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Fail137,544 miles (+5,264)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,544 miles
    Test number
    903560541386
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Pass132,280 miles (+6,301)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    132,280 miles
    Test number
    925211792994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass125,979 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    125,979 miles
    Test number
    276059836482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail125,979 miles (+3,451)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,979 miles
    Test number
    618094551902
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass122,528 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    122,528 miles
    Test number
    950927217727
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail122,515 miles (+7,445)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,515 miles
    Test number
    976353905535
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass115,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    115,070 miles
    Test number
    897660033044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail115,070 miles (+16,335)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,070 miles
    Test number
    417890933048
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass98,735 miles (+16,738)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    98,735 miles
    Test number
    805430332026
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  15. Pass81,997 miles (+12,046)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    81,997 miles
    Test number
    545466421083
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass69,951 miles (+9,765)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    69,951 miles
    Test number
    373868020090
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass60,186 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    60,186 miles
    Test number
    982463619060
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail60,186 miles (+8,717)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,186 miles
    Test number
    972122819009
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass51,469 miles (+6,402)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    51,469 miles
    Test number
    911575528065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,067 miles (+5,400)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    45,067 miles
    Test number
    322949627053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,667 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    39,667 miles
    Test number
    292383936009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 CTO

Does LM52 CTO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 CTO expired on 19 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 CTO?
The MOT on LM52 CTO expired on 19 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 CTO done?
LM52 CTO was recorded at 163,375 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2021, an average of 7,832 miles a year.
Has LM52 CTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 CTO has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LM52 CTO 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 CTO find?
LM52 CTO passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2021 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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