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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LM52 NCVMOT history

LM52 NCV is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2027 and it has passed 22 of 32 MOT tests, with 143,193 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2026.

LM52 NCV blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Nov 2027
Mileage
143,193 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2026
MOT tests
32
22 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,546 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 NCV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 NCV was last recorded at 143,193 miles on 30 Oct 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,188 miles · 26 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
5,546 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,193 miles
  • 2025 – 142,739 miles
  • 2024 – 140,584 miles
  • 2023 – 139,040 miles
  • 2022 – 138,218 miles
  • 2021 – 137,013 miles
  • 2020 – 136,354 miles
  • 2019 – 135,326 miles
  • 2018 – 133,490 miles
  • 2017 – 131,718 miles
  • 2016 – 130,673 miles
  • 2015 – 128,388 miles
  • 2014 – 122,059 miles
  • 2013 – 111,928 miles
  • 2012 – 91,935 miles
  • 2011 – 80,773 miles
  • 2010 – 70,235 miles
  • 2008 – 58,930 miles
  • 2007 – 37,749 miles
  • 2005 – 27,376 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,193 miles
  • AdvisoryFront sub-frame corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear axle corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

32 tests since 12 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,193 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    143,193 miles
    Test number
    752148580815
    • AdvisoryFront sub-frame corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  2. Fail143,188 miles (+449)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,188 miles
    Test number
    315327798807
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront sub-frame corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  3. Pass142,739 miles (+17)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    142,739 miles
    Test number
    531879722277
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail142,722 miles (+2,138)2 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,722 miles
    Test number
    338784967502
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass140,584 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    140,584 miles
    Test number
    255156892797
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail140,583 miles (+1,543)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,583 miles
    Test number
    474748773274
    • DangerousPower steering inoperative and steering adversely affected (2.1.5 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass139,040 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    139,040 miles
    Test number
    343992951085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail139,035 miles (+817)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,035 miles
    Test number
    983616302749
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass138,218 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    138,218 miles
    Test number
    721283423163
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Front and Rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Fail138,212 miles (+1,199)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,212 miles
    Test number
    948769890747
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill corroded and holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Front and Rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both sides (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass137,013 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    137,013 miles
    Test number
    660682226192
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  12. Fail137,013 miles (+659)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,013 miles
    Test number
    863782808851
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  13. Pass136,354 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    136,354 miles
    Test number
    799563247778
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail136,354 miles (+1,028)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,354 miles
    Test number
    124205276085
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass135,326 miles (+1,836)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    135,326 miles
    Test number
    742369378144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass133,490 miles (+1,772)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    133,490 miles
    Test number
    275024042998
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  17. Pass131,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    131,718 miles
    Test number
    312948927452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail131,718 miles (+1,045)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,718 miles
    Test number
    901178120382
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front pipe (7.1.2)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass130,673 miles (+2,285)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    130,673 miles
    Test number
    401262642388
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center (7.1.2)

  20. Pass128,388 miles (+6,329)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    128,388 miles
    Test number
    374812638204
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass122,059 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    122,059 miles
    Test number
    968183024320
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f steering arm slight play

  22. Fail122,059 miles (+10,131)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,059 miles
    Test number
    615193324383
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/f steering arm slight play

  23. Pass111,928 miles (+8,984)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    111,928 miles
    Test number
    427423423490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass102,944 miles (+11,009)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    102,944 miles
    Test number
    905488923068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  25. Pass91,935 miles (+11,162)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    91,935 miles
    Test number
    678362912071
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  26. Fail80,773 miles3 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,773 miles
    Test number
    176990221458
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteLower wishbone bushes split

  27. Pass80,773 miles (+10,538)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    80,773 miles
    Test number
    328560921079
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteLower wishbone bushes split

  28. Pass70,235 miles (+11,305)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    70,235 miles
    Test number
    953206620025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass58,930 miles (+10,370)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    58,930 miles
    Test number
    992422258377
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  30. Pass48,560 miles (+10,811)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    48,560 miles
    Test number
    284715108020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass37,749 miles (+10,373)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    37,749 miles
    Test number
    894624607082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass27,376 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    27,376 miles
    Test number
    341146345379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about LM52 NCV

Does LM52 NCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 NCV is valid until 20 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 NCV?
The MOT on LM52 NCV is valid until 20 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 NCV done?
LM52 NCV was recorded at 143,193 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2026, an average of 5,546 miles a year.
Has LM52 NCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 NCV has failed 10 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LM52 NCV 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 NCV find?
LM52 NCV passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: front sub-frame corroded; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 2 more.

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