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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

LM52 FRFMOT history

LM52 FRF is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 112,440 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

LM52 FRF black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
112,440 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,563 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 FRF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 FRF was last recorded at 112,440 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 5,174 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,266 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,174 miles
Average per year
2,563 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,440 miles
  • 2025 – 107,266 miles
  • 2024 – 104,699 miles
  • 2023 – 103,494 miles
  • 2022 – 96,302 miles
  • 2021 – 94,685 miles
  • 2019 – 92,963 miles
  • 2018 – 90,785 miles
  • 2017 – 89,961 miles
  • 2016 – 88,936 miles
  • 2015 – 87,359 miles
  • 2014 – 86,681 miles
  • 2013 – 85,533 miles
  • 2012 – 83,297 miles
  • 2011 – 81,166 miles
  • 2010 – 78,631 miles
  • 2009 – 76,329 miles
  • 2008 – 73,447 miles
  • 2007 – 70,025 miles
  • 2006 – 61,102 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,440 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,440 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    112,440 miles
    Test number
    340674561354
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail112,440 miles (+5,174)2 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,440 miles
    Test number
    460630996890
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass107,266 miles (+2,567)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    107,266 miles
    Test number
    951594664058
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass104,699 miles (+1,205)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    104,699 miles
    Test number
    430880806320
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  5. Pass103,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    103,494 miles
    Test number
    464615402567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail103,494 miles (+7,192)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,494 miles
    Test number
    822513431227
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass96,302 miles (+1,617)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    96,302 miles
    Test number
    135945051661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass94,685 miles (+1,722)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    94,685 miles
    Test number
    906798486393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass92,963 miles (+2,178)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    92,963 miles
    Test number
    515140071480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass90,785 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    90,785 miles
    Test number
    402345431699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail90,782 miles (+821)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,782 miles
    Test number
    928864561061
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  12. Pass89,961 miles (+1,025)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    89,961 miles
    Test number
    571424130746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass88,936 miles (+1,577)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    88,936 miles
    Test number
    633266928320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail87,359 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,359 miles
    Test number
    358975815065
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass87,359 miles (+678)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    87,359 miles
    Test number
    687975515092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail86,681 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,681 miles
    Test number
    186506334112
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

  17. Pass86,681 miles (+1,148)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    86,681 miles
    Test number
    378736734187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail85,533 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,533 miles
    Test number
    278350253425
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Pass85,533 miles (+2,236)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    85,533 miles
    Test number
    977000453159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass83,297 miles (+2,131)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    83,297 miles
    Test number
    777763342167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass81,166 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    81,166 miles
    Test number
    355276141109
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail81,166 miles (+2,535)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,166 miles
    Test number
    796186241161
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass78,631 miles (+2,302)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    78,631 miles
    Test number
    501521040136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass76,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    76,329 miles
    Test number
    651176649131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail76,329 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,329 miles
    Test number
    940326949138
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  26. Fail76,325 miles (+2,878)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,325 miles
    Test number
    962576349175
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass73,447 miles (+3,422)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    73,447 miles
    Test number
    784305018156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass70,025 miles (+8,923)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    70,025 miles
    Test number
    234030607432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass61,102 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    61,102 miles
    Test number
    821292516055
    • NoteAdvise near side front tyre close to the manufacture max spec

Questions about LM52 FRF

Does LM52 FRF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 FRF is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 FRF?
The MOT on LM52 FRF is valid until 22 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 FRF done?
LM52 FRF was recorded at 112,440 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 2,563 miles a year.
Has LM52 FRF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 FRF has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LM52 FRF 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 FRF find?
LM52 FRF passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on edge, and 3 more.

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