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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LM52 VWSMOT history

LM52 VWS is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 13 Aug 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 163,645 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2022.

LM52 VWS grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Aug 2023
Mileage
163,645 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,476 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 VWS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
22 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 VWS was last recorded at 163,645 miles on 30 Jul 2022, 338 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,307 miles · 14 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
338 miles
Average per year
7,476 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 163,645 miles
  • 2021 – 163,307 miles
  • 2019 – 161,972 miles
  • 2018 – 146,295 miles
  • 2017 – 132,950 miles
  • 2016 – 124,310 miles
  • 2015 – 118,541 miles
  • 2014 – 110,962 miles
  • 2013 – 105,880 miles
  • 2012 – 97,196 miles
  • 2011 – 90,243 miles
  • 2010 – 81,080 miles
  • 2009 – 70,711 miles
  • 2008 – 59,225 miles
  • 2007 – 47,552 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,645 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Electrical wiring slightly deteriorated Strut (4.11 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust modified.
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisorySuspension modified.
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Various (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Air/adjustable suspension fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake pipes and hoses rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,645 miles (+338)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    163,645 miles
    Test number
    255460883751
    • MinorNearside Front Electrical wiring slightly deteriorated Strut (4.11 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust modified.
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension modified.
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Various (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass163,307 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    163,307 miles
    Test number
    544735665359
    • AdvisoryAir/adjustable suspension fitted
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes and hoses rusty
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail163,300 miles (+1,328)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,300 miles
    Test number
    303282000503
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAir/adjustable suspension fitted
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes and hoses rusty
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass161,972 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    161,972 miles
    Test number
    302007462442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail161,961 miles (+15,666)12 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,961 miles
    Test number
    257392712923
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Steering system fouling wheel (2.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated loose (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass146,295 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    146,295 miles
    Test number
    896026900367
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail146,284 miles (+13,334)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,284 miles
    Test number
    539207808785
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass132,950 miles (+8,640)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    132,950 miles
    Test number
    908029796743
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass124,310 miles (+5,769)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    124,310 miles
    Test number
    233253184816
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySlight play in the n/s/f rack arm

  10. Pass118,541 miles (+3,690)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    118,541 miles
    Test number
    958886025223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass114,851 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    114,851 miles
    Test number
    245362215059
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail114,849 miles (+3,887)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,849 miles
    Test number
    158030715080
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass110,962 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    110,962 miles
    Test number
    585813314017
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  14. Fail110,959 miles (+5,079)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,959 miles
    Test number
    808273314039
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  15. Fail105,880 miles4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,880 miles
    Test number
    225054113052
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass105,880 miles (+8,684)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    105,880 miles
    Test number
    498764413082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass97,196 miles (+6,953)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    97,196 miles
    Test number
    155980212003
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass90,243 miles (+9,163)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    90,243 miles
    Test number
    176782311473
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass81,080 miles (+10,369)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    81,080 miles
    Test number
    730873510022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass70,711 miles (+11,486)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    70,711 miles
    Test number
    313790919008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass59,225 miles (+11,673)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    59,225 miles
    Test number
    384853508080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    47,552 miles
    Test number
    793868317002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 VWS

Does LM52 VWS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 VWS expired on 13 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 VWS?
The MOT on LM52 VWS expired on 13 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 VWS done?
LM52 VWS was recorded at 163,645 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2022, an average of 7,476 miles a year.
Has LM52 VWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 VWS has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on LM52 VWS 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 VWS find?
LM52 VWS passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2022 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside front electrical wiring slightly deteriorated strut; brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 6 more.

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