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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LM52 OVAMOT history

LM52 OVA is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 6 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 160,516 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

LM52 OVA black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Dec 2026
Mileage
160,516 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,555 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 OVA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 OVA was last recorded at 160,516 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 10,405 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,111 miles · 27 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
10,405 miles
Average per year
6,555 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 160,516 miles
  • 2024 – 150,111 miles
  • 2023 – 143,982 miles
  • 2022 – 140,281 miles
  • 2021 – 135,866 miles
  • 2020 – 131,988 miles
  • 2019 – 128,056 miles
  • 2018 – 121,776 miles
  • 2017 – 116,956 miles
  • 2016 – 111,174 miles
  • 2015 – 105,992 miles
  • 2013 – 93,449 miles
  • 2011 – 80,941 miles
  • 2010 – 73,492 miles
  • 2009 – 59,167 miles
  • 2008 – 51,094 miles
  • 2007 – 41,555 miles
  • 2006 – 30,173 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,516 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Both front tyres worn low on edges. 195-65-15
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre 2 x screws.
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Both rear tyres wearing low.
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer corroded and starting to separate.
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 9 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,516 miles3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    160,516 miles
    Test number
    541470766664
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Both front tyres worn low on edges. 195-65-15
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre 2 x screws.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Both rear tyres wearing low.
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer corroded and starting to separate.
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail160,516 miles (+10,405)2 major3 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,516 miles
    Test number
    656684344211
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Both front tyres worn low on edges. 195-65-15
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre 2 x screws.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Both rear tyres wearing low.
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer corroded and starting to separate.
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass150,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    150,111 miles
    Test number
    525226517140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail150,111 miles (+6,129)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,111 miles
    Test number
    403828060964
    • 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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  5. Pass143,982 miles (+3,701)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    143,982 miles
    Test number
    704406770108
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass140,281 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    140,281 miles
    Test number
    637647612181
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail140,281 miles (+4,415)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,281 miles
    Test number
    946640879458
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass135,866 miles (+3,878)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    135,866 miles
    Test number
    786319583985
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass131,988 miles (+3,932)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    131,988 miles
    Test number
    800424152743
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass128,056 miles (+6,280)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    128,056 miles
    Test number
    392756350725
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass121,776 miles (+4,820)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    121,776 miles
    Test number
    871388223710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass116,956 miles (+5,782)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    116,956 miles
    Test number
    872900985985
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides fronts (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  13. Pass111,174 miles (+5,182)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    111,174 miles
    Test number
    177354720619
    • AdvisoryDrivers door mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn to limit on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside outer c.v. gaitor perished
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer corroded

  14. Pass105,992 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    105,992 miles
    Test number
    579066081095
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  15. Fail105,992 miles (+5,969)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,992 miles
    Test number
    754545340188
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  16. Pass100,023 miles (+6,574)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    100,023 miles
    Test number
    556510315074
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing low.
    • NoteOffside rear tyre outter wall slightly perished.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass93,449 miles (+5,680)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    93,449 miles
    Test number
    917011663369
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded
    • NoteRear tyres worn

  18. Pass87,769 miles (+6,828)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    87,769 miles
    Test number
    458795403090
    • NoteOffside rear metal brake pipe starting to corrode
    • NoteRear silencer corroded
    • NoteStone chips in offside front headlight
    • NoteUnable to view brakes fully
    • NoteUndertrays fitted

  19. Pass80,941 miles (+7,449)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    80,941 miles
    Test number
    418826351321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass73,492 miles (+6,691)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    73,492 miles
    Test number
    452387850354
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSlight bind o/s rear brake

  21. Pass66,801 miles (+7,634)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    66,801 miles
    Test number
    571320120052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass59,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    59,167 miles
    Test number
    772691229098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail59,167 miles (+8,073)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,167 miles
    Test number
    514771529003
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass51,094 miles (+9,539)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    51,094 miles
    Test number
    321460818056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass41,555 miles (+169)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    41,555 miles
    Test number
    702259417052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail41,386 miles (+11,213)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,386 miles
    Test number
    234713417013
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass30,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    30,173 miles
    Test number
    633029906011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 OVA

Does LM52 OVA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 OVA is valid until 6 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM52 OVA?
The MOT on LM52 OVA is valid until 6 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 OVA done?
LM52 OVA was recorded at 160,516 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 6,555 miles a year.
Has LM52 OVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 OVA has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LM52 OVA 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 OVA find?
LM52 OVA passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with 3 minor defects and 12 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 12 more.

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