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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LM52 EEHMOT history

LM52 EEH is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Feb 2003. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 85,995 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

LM52 EEH silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jan 2027
Mileage
85,995 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,854 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 EEH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 EEH was last recorded at 85,995 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 1,345 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,650 miles · 3 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,345 miles
Average per year
3,854 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 85,995 miles
  • 2023 – 82,301 miles
  • 2022 – 77,781 miles
  • 2021 – 74,486 miles
  • 2020 – 70,840 miles
  • 2019 – 65,240 miles
  • 2018 – 62,161 miles
  • 2017 – 57,651 miles
  • 2016 – 53,667 miles
  • 2015 – 48,850 miles
  • 2014 – 43,813 miles
  • 2013 – 38,814 miles
  • 2012 – 35,059 miles
  • 2011 – 30,395 miles
  • 2010 – 24,970 miles
  • 2009 – 19,137 miles
  • 2008 – 15,175 miles
  • 2007 – 12,436 miles
  • 2006 – 9,596 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,995 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,995 miles (+1,345)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    85,995 miles
    Test number
    472361852710
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass84,650 miles (+2,349)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    84,650 miles
    Test number
    762205992567
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass82,301 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    82,301 miles
    Test number
    568715847489
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front wishbones (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail92,235 miles (+11,463)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,235 miles
    Test number
    567998691824
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front wishbones (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass80,772 miles (+2,991)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    80,772 miles
    Test number
    723594007539
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass77,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    77,781 miles
    Test number
    327103444206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail77,781 miles (+13)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,781 miles
    Test number
    304313940263
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  8. Fail77,768 miles (+3,282)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,768 miles
    Test number
    455887023804
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass74,486 miles (+3,646)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    74,486 miles
    Test number
    670865686024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass70,840 miles (+5,600)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    70,840 miles
    Test number
    905737454635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass65,240 miles (+3,079)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    65,240 miles
    Test number
    110649403163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,161 miles (+4,510)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    62,161 miles
    Test number
    606070908596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,651 miles (+3,984)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    57,651 miles
    Test number
    765122015520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,667 miles (+4,817)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    53,667 miles
    Test number
    222524022863
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear & rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass48,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    48,850 miles
    Test number
    329058255032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail48,850 miles (+5,037)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,850 miles
    Test number
    397898755005
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front 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)

  17. Pass43,813 miles (+4,999)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    43,813 miles
    Test number
    327184244025
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass38,814 miles (+3,755)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    38,814 miles
    Test number
    185447153011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,059 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    35,059 miles
    Test number
    198135752041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail35,059 miles (+4,664)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,059 miles
    Test number
    486133252024
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass30,395 miles (+5,425)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    30,395 miles
    Test number
    408153551060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,970 miles (+5,833)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    24,970 miles
    Test number
    923727750066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass19,137 miles (+3,962)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    19,137 miles
    Test number
    780119759005
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass15,175 miles (+2,739)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    15,175 miles
    Test number
    252408458095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail12,436 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,436 miles
    Test number
    141928157093
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • 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)

  26. Pass12,436 miles (+2,840)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    12,436 miles
    Test number
    572638457052
    • 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)

  27. Pass9,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    9,596 miles
    Test number
    913525256071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 EEH

Does LM52 EEH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 EEH is valid until 2 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 EEH?
The MOT on LM52 EEH is valid until 2 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 EEH done?
LM52 EEH was recorded at 85,995 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 3,854 miles a year.
Has LM52 EEH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 EEH has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LM52 EEH 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 EEH find?
LM52 EEH passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive.

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