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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,390 cc

LM52 KBXMOT history

LM52 KBX is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 3 Apr 2025 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 164,371 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2025.

LM52 KBX silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Apr 2025
Mileage
164,371 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2025
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,549 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 KBX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
24 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM52 KBX was last recorded at 164,371 miles on 11 Apr 2025, 4,803 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
159,568 miles · 3 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
4,803 miles
Average per year
6,549 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 164,371 miles
  • 2024 – 159,568 miles
  • 2023 – 151,776 miles
  • 2022 – 68,156 miles
  • 2021 – 133,894 miles
  • 2020 – 127,627 miles
  • 2019 – 118,268 miles
  • 2018 – 112,775 miles
  • 2017 – 107,960 miles
  • 2016 – 104,248 miles
  • 2014 – 99,694 miles
  • 2013 – 97,328 miles
  • 2011 – 93,162 miles
  • 2010 – 86,940 miles
  • 2009 – 79,729 miles
  • 2008 – 70,357 miles
  • 2007 – 60,895 miles
  • 2006 – 49,045 miles
  • 2005 – 38,103 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail164,371 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

What MOT failures 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 has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

31 tests since 30 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail164,371 miles (+4,803)7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,371 miles
    Test number
    587523756486
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass159,568 miles (+7,792)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    159,568 miles
    Test number
    603384956235
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Pass151,776 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    151,776 miles
    Test number
    517445422796
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail151,775 miles (+83,619)1 dangerous8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,775 miles
    Test number
    959878943266
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass68,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    68,156 miles
    Test number
    507305029036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail141,287 miles (+7,393)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,287 miles
    Test number
    243841661375
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass133,894 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    133,894 miles
    Test number
    586953065317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail133,880 miles (+6,253)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,880 miles
    Test number
    395993543479
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass127,627 miles (+9,359)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    127,627 miles
    Test number
    132280164533
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass118,268 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    118,268 miles
    Test number
    254917073855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail118,267 miles (+5,492)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,267 miles
    Test number
    185289985766
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Outer Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass112,775 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    112,775 miles
    Test number
    936721596174
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  13. Fail112,775 miles (+4,815)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,775 miles
    Test number
    385246302025
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  14. Pass107,960 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    107,960 miles
    Test number
    146420622692
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Fail107,960 miles (+3,712)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,960 miles
    Test number
    267736176001
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass104,248 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    104,248 miles
    Test number
    884728404139
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Fail104,248 miles (+4,554)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,248 miles
    Test number
    215127878836
    • DangerousOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both sides (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass99,694 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    99,694 miles
    Test number
    116454164374
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail99,694 miles (+2,366)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,694 miles
    Test number
    719483164364
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass97,328 miles (+1,100)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    97,328 miles
    Test number
    136625953349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass96,228 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    96,228 miles
    Test number
    876294903046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail96,228 miles (+3,066)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,228 miles
    Test number
    269154803006
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass93,162 miles (+6,222)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    93,162 miles
    Test number
    879883551327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass86,940 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    86,940 miles
    Test number
    704218950365
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  25. Fail86,940 miles (+7,211)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,940 miles
    Test number
    704138950306
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  26. Pass79,729 miles (+9,372)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    79,729 miles
    Test number
    664173569337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass70,357 miles (+9,462)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    70,357 miles
    Test number
    753725158366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass60,895 miles (+11,850)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    60,895 miles
    Test number
    171283567398
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  29. Pass49,045 miles (+10,942)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    49,045 miles
    Test number
    290642656372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass38,103 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    38,103 miles
    Test number
    853764465349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail38,103 miles4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,103 miles
    Test number
    354484065339
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteFront no plat damaged

Questions about LM52 KBX

Does LM52 KBX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 KBX expired on 3 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 KBX?
The MOT on LM52 KBX expired on 3 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 KBX done?
LM52 KBX was recorded at 164,371 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2025, an average of 6,549 miles a year.
Has LM52 KBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 KBX has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 KBX 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 KBX find?
LM52 KBX failed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2025 with 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits, and 6 more.

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