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Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LM52 CVZMOT history

LM52 CVZ is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 22 of 32 MOT tests, with 135,863 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

LM52 CVZ blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
135,863 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
32
22 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,879 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 CVZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
16 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 CVZ was last recorded at 135,863 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 4,687 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,176 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,687 miles
Average per year
4,879 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,863 miles
  • 2025 – 131,176 miles
  • 2024 – 126,296 miles
  • 2023 – 121,677 miles
  • 2022 – 118,657 miles
  • 2021 – 114,857 miles
  • 2020 – 111,739 miles
  • 2019 – 106,352 miles
  • 2018 – 102,243 miles
  • 2017 – 97,737 miles
  • 2016 – 93,558 miles
  • 2015 – 89,226 miles
  • 2014 – 85,357 miles
  • 2013 – 82,026 miles
  • 2012 – 79,119 miles
  • 2011 – 73,416 miles
  • 2010 – 67,242 miles
  • 2009 – 60,974 miles
  • 2008 – 54,135 miles
  • 2007 – 46,321 miles
  • 2006 – 38,372 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,863 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened strut top mounting worn (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 4 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,863 miles (+4,687)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    135,863 miles
    Test number
    184793271907
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened strut top mounting worn (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass131,176 miles (+4,880)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    131,176 miles
    Test number
    671574272979
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass126,296 miles (+6)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    126,296 miles
    Test number
    690363362048
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail126,290 miles (+4,613)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,290 miles
    Test number
    436441784584
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame damaged and seriously weakened subframe has had welding repair (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass121,677 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    121,677 miles
    Test number
    556738255084
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail121,669 miles (+3,012)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,669 miles
    Test number
    332711390531
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bushes both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass118,657 miles (+3,800)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    118,657 miles
    Test number
    631098292596
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass114,857 miles (+3,118)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    114,857 miles
    Test number
    484962119646
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass111,739 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    111,739 miles
    Test number
    856326345523
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have cracks to tread area
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail111,739 miles (+5,387)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,739 miles
    Test number
    375199531753
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have cracks to tread area
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass106,352 miles (+4,109)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    106,352 miles
    Test number
    836488030075
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  12. Pass102,243 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    102,243 miles
    Test number
    690118496361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  13. Fail102,233 miles (+4,496)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,233 miles
    Test number
    632132299869
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to caliper (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to o/s/r flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  14. Pass97,737 miles (+4,179)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    97,737 miles
    Test number
    931987125889
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass93,558 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    93,558 miles
    Test number
    214617844245
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

  16. Fail93,557 miles (+4,331)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,557 miles
    Test number
    549979472910
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureTyre has ply or cords exposed both front (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass89,226 miles (+3,869)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    89,226 miles
    Test number
    165576655033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass85,357 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    85,357 miles
    Test number
    128059454442
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise corrosion and wear on rear discs
    • NoteAdvise corrosion on front subframe
    • NoteAdvise corrosion on rear axle

  19. Fail85,357 miles (+3,331)2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,357 miles
    Test number
    595329954076
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise corrosion and wear on rear discs
    • NoteAdvise corrosion on front subframe
    • NoteAdvise corrosion on rear axle

  20. Pass82,026 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    82,026 miles
    Test number
    469880563069
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail82,026 miles (+2,907)3 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,026 miles
    Test number
    799079053032
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass79,119 miles (+5,703)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    79,119 miles
    Test number
    189112962429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass73,416 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    73,416 miles
    Test number
    956616751097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail73,416 miles (+6,174)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,416 miles
    Test number
    715246451058
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass67,242 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    67,242 miles
    Test number
    141971060414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail67,242 miles (+6,268)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,242 miles
    Test number
    831431860082
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail60,974 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,974 miles
    Test number
    214418159001
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass60,974 miles (+6,839)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    60,974 miles
    Test number
    431478959073
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass54,135 miles (+7,814)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    54,135 miles
    Test number
    694598258000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass46,321 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    46,321 miles
    Test number
    233550367086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass46,321 miles (+7,949)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    46,321 miles
    Test number
    692600567074
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass38,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    38,372 miles
    Test number
    700003866060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 CVZ

Does LM52 CVZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 CVZ is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 CVZ?
The MOT on LM52 CVZ is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 CVZ done?
LM52 CVZ was recorded at 135,863 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 4,879 miles a year.
Has LM52 CVZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 CVZ has failed 10 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LM52 CVZ 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 CVZ find?
LM52 CVZ passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various; nearside front macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened strut top mounting worn; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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