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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LM52 CWCMOT history

LM52 CWC is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 2 Nov 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 111,809 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

LM52 CWC blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Nov 2027
Mileage
111,809 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,370 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 CWC
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
20 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 CWC was last recorded at 111,809 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 5,204 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,605 miles · 21 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,204 miles
Average per year
4,370 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,809 miles
  • 2025 – 106,605 miles
  • 2024 – 100,590 miles
  • 2023 – 94,451 miles
  • 2022 – 88,393 miles
  • 2021 – 83,824 miles
  • 2020 – 80,895 miles
  • 2019 – 78,328 miles
  • 2018 – 74,710 miles
  • 2017 – 71,288 miles
  • 2016 – 69,186 miles
  • 2015 – 66,551 miles
  • 2014 – 64,365 miles
  • 2013 – 62,163 miles
  • 2012 – 60,224 miles
  • 2011 – 56,928 miles
  • 2010 – 53,840 miles
  • 2009 – 46,892 miles
  • 2008 – 37,208 miles
  • 2007 – 30,968 miles
  • 2006 – 24,700 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,809 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3-4mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Surface corrosion front sub frame & front suspension

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,809 miles (+5,204)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    111,809 miles
    Test number
    383260688422
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3-4mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass106,605 miles (+6,015)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    106,605 miles
    Test number
    333862882393
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle/sub-frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass100,590 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    100,590 miles
    Test number
    214925049152
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Wiper streaky
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Faded (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTank straps corroded

  4. Fail100,590 miles (+6,139)1 repaired12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,590 miles
    Test number
    636482959015
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre box deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Wiper streaky
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Faded (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTank straps corroded

  5. Pass94,451 miles (+6,058)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    94,451 miles
    Test number
    229821077868
    • AdvisoryExhaust Heavily Corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass88,393 miles (+4,569)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    88,393 miles
    Test number
    191256837035
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Sub frame / Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass83,824 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    83,824 miles
    Test number
    238693695218
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion front sub frame & front suspension

  8. Fail83,816 miles (+2,921)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,816 miles
    Test number
    687820125719
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion front sub frame & front suspension

  9. Pass80,895 miles (+2,567)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    80,895 miles
    Test number
    336560095775
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass78,328 miles (+3,618)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,328 miles
    Test number
    446666203171
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass74,710 miles (+3,422)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    74,710 miles
    Test number
    298248798166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,288 miles (+2,102)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    71,288 miles
    Test number
    512560216903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,186 miles (+2,635)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    69,186 miles
    Test number
    590539920082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,551 miles (+2,186)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    66,551 miles
    Test number
    342161316555
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH pitted (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH pitted (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass64,365 miles (+2,202)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    64,365 miles
    Test number
    628232504343
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass62,163 miles (+1,939)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    62,163 miles
    Test number
    495261793277
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass60,224 miles (+3,296)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    60,224 miles
    Test number
    129036392272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,928 miles (+3,088)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    56,928 miles
    Test number
    277171001332
    • NoteNearside rear brake is slightly binding
    • NoteOffside rear brake is slightly binding
    • NoteRear brake discs are scored

  19. Pass53,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    53,840 miles
    Test number
    480374290290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail53,836 miles (+6,944)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,836 miles
    Test number
    312004390286
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass46,892 miles (+9,684)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    46,892 miles
    Test number
    850507699289
    • NoteExhaust centre section support bracket welds brocken but still supported by metal cross member,recommend reweld bracket to exhaust
    • NoteFront number plate deteriorating

  22. Pass37,208 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    37,208 miles
    Test number
    401081798299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail37,207 miles (+6,239)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,207 miles
    Test number
    340461998299
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  24. Pass30,968 miles (+6,268)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    30,968 miles
    Test number
    614399697248
    • NoteBoth no.plates seperating.
    • NoteO/s/r.brake binding slightly.

  25. Pass24,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    24,700 miles
    Test number
    653387106335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 CWC

Does LM52 CWC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 CWC is valid until 2 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 CWC?
The MOT on LM52 CWC is valid until 2 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 CWC done?
LM52 CWC was recorded at 111,809 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 4,370 miles a year.
Has LM52 CWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 CWC has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LM52 CWC 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 CWC find?
LM52 CWC passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 10 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 7 more.

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