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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LM52 HMAMOT history

LM52 HMA is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 19 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 121,216 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jul 2022.

LM52 HMA black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Jul 2023
Mileage
121,216 mi
At MOT on 5 Jul 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,827 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 HMA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
5 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 HMA was last recorded at 121,216 miles on 5 Jul 2022, 2,711 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jul 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Jun 2012: 56,035 miles, lower than 56,304 miles on 20 Jun 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
118,505 miles · 20 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
2,711 miles
Average per year
5,827 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 121,216 miles
  • 2021 – 118,505 miles
  • 2020 – 109,273 miles
  • 2019 – 102,366 miles
  • 2018 – 93,476 miles
  • 2017 – 86,696 miles
  • 2016 – 80,223 miles
  • 2015 – 75,684 miles
  • 2014 – 69,155 miles
  • 2013 – 61,015 miles
  • 2012 – 56,035 miles
  • 2011 – 50,384 miles
  • 2010 – 44,618 miles
  • 2009 – 38,031 miles
  • 2008 – 31,709 miles
  • 2007 – 26,480 miles
  • 2006 – 25,391 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,216 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass121,216 miles (+2,711)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    121,216 miles
    Test number
    764586302016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass118,505 miles (+9,232)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    118,505 miles
    Test number
    306571609766
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass109,273 miles (+6,907)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    109,273 miles
    Test number
    756334057819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass102,366 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    102,366 miles
    Test number
    263169354553
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail102,366 miles (+8,890)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,366 miles
    Test number
    418082888191
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass93,476 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    93,476 miles
    Test number
    533438488336
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking on side wall and in treads

  7. Fail93,475 miles (+6,779)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,475 miles
    Test number
    194157247253
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking on side wall and in treads

  8. Pass86,696 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    86,696 miles
    Test number
    196747631583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail86,696 miles (+6,473)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,696 miles
    Test number
    929307810135
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  10. Pass80,223 miles (+4,539)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    80,223 miles
    Test number
    730321363183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass75,684 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    75,684 miles
    Test number
    637710325170
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking

  12. Fail75,684 miles (+6,529)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,684 miles
    Test number
    388110725113
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre cracking

  13. Pass69,155 miles (+8,140)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    69,155 miles
    Test number
    197298514125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,015 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    61,015 miles
    Test number
    239210023163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail61,015 miles (+4,980)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,015 miles
    Test number
    577720423173
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass56,035 miles (-269)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    56,035 miles
    Test number
    239384372157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail56,304 miles (+5,920)7 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,304 miles
    Test number
    275872672486
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  18. Fail50,384 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,384 miles
    Test number
    146884351145
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass50,384 miles (+173)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    50,384 miles
    Test number
    367514851123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail50,211 miles (+5,593)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,211 miles
    Test number
    268372851129
    • FailureCentre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass44,618 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    44,618 miles
    Test number
    882091430162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail44,618 miles (+6,587)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,618 miles
    Test number
    262031430467
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass38,031 miles (+6,322)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2010
    Odometer
    38,031 miles
    Test number
    831396929150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail31,709 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,709 miles
    Test number
    250036508476
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  25. Pass31,709 miles (+5,229)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    31,709 miles
    Test number
    290776508152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,480 miles (+1,089)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    26,480 miles
    Test number
    700347907193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass25,391 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    25,391 miles
    Test number
    833923626062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail25,352 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,352 miles
    Test number
    552371226001
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM52 HMA

Does LM52 HMA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 HMA expired on 19 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 HMA?
The MOT on LM52 HMA expired on 19 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 HMA done?
LM52 HMA was recorded at 121,216 miles at its MOT on 5 Jul 2022, an average of 5,827 miles a year.
Has LM52 HMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 HMA has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on LM52 HMA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Jun 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM52 HMA find?
LM52 HMA passed its latest MOT on 5 Jul 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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