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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,595 cc

LM52 FAJMOT history

LM52 FAJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 81,223 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

LM52 FAJ silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
81,223 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,278 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 FAJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
16 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 FAJ was last recorded at 81,223 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 4,538 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,685 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,538 miles
Average per year
3,278 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,223 miles
  • 2025 – 76,685 miles
  • 2022 – 76,204 miles
  • 2021 – 75,637 miles
  • 2020 – 74,130 miles
  • 2019 – 72,968 miles
  • 2018 – 71,316 miles
  • 2017 – 68,778 miles
  • 2016 – 65,686 miles
  • 2015 – 63,722 miles
  • 2014 – 61,681 miles
  • 2013 – 59,965 miles
  • 2012 – 54,657 miles
  • 2011 – 47,110 miles
  • 2010 – 39,755 miles
  • 2009 – 34,536 miles
  • 2008 – 31,479 miles
  • 2007 – 28,004 miles
  • 2006 – 15,619 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,223 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded but seriously weakened

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.

  • Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass81,223 miles (+4,538)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    81,223 miles
    Test number
    116694547887
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded but seriously weakened

  2. Pass76,685 miles (+481)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    76,685 miles
    Test number
    195802045668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass76,204 miles (+567)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    76,204 miles
    Test number
    514138193942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass75,637 miles (+1,507)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    75,637 miles
    Test number
    245535404307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass74,130 miles (+1,162)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    74,130 miles
    Test number
    123174952620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass72,968 miles (+1,652)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    72,968 miles
    Test number
    877074674699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass71,316 miles (+2,538)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    71,316 miles
    Test number
    690807928692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,778 miles (+3,092)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    68,778 miles
    Test number
    526213409930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass65,686 miles (+1,964)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    65,686 miles
    Test number
    676987224399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,722 miles (+2,041)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    63,722 miles
    Test number
    446676884207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,681 miles (+1,716)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    61,681 miles
    Test number
    278625644224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,965 miles (+5,308)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    59,965 miles
    Test number
    975379733234
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass54,657 miles (+7,547)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    54,657 miles
    Test number
    878707232268
    • NoteBoth inner cv boots leaking grease
    • NoteLeft wiper blade split

  14. Fail47,110 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,110 miles
    Test number
    606816931242
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass47,110 miles (+7,355)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    47,110 miles
    Test number
    859566631292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,755 miles (+5,219)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    39,755 miles
    Test number
    180088730276
    • 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)

  17. Pass34,536 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    34,536 miles
    Test number
    801120249267
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  18. Fail34,534 miles (+3,055)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,534 miles
    Test number
    924329539251
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass31,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    31,479 miles
    Test number
    344942818263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail31,479 miles (+3,475)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,479 miles
    Test number
    524742418227
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass28,004 miles (+12,385)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    28,004 miles
    Test number
    310175937420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass15,619 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    15,619 miles
    Test number
    691830786046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail15,619 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,619 miles
    Test number
    252000786097
    • 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)

Questions about LM52 FAJ

Does LM52 FAJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 FAJ is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 FAJ?
The MOT on LM52 FAJ is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 FAJ done?
LM52 FAJ was recorded at 81,223 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 3,278 miles a year.
Has LM52 FAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 FAJ has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2011.
Has the mileage on LM52 FAJ 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 FAJ find?
LM52 FAJ passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 10 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 7 more.

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