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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

LM52 XBLMOT history

LM52 XBL is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 10 Nov 2022 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 87,062 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2021.

LM52 XBL black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Nov 2022
Mileage
87,062 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2021
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,339 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 XBL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 XBL was last recorded at 87,062 miles on 11 Nov 2021, 7,923 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jul 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,139 miles · 10 Jul 2019
Between the last two tests
7,923 miles
Average per year
4,339 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 87,062 miles
  • 2019 – 79,139 miles
  • 2018 – 75,838 miles
  • 2015 – 74,887 miles
  • 2014 – 65,262 miles
  • 2013 – 64,827 miles
  • 2012 – 54,081 miles
  • 2011 – 48,831 miles
  • 2010 – 44,017 miles
  • 2009 – 38,856 miles
  • 2008 – 32,004 miles
  • 2007 – 23,499 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,062 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Exhaust mounting defective Before rear silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 19 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,062 miles (+7,923)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    87,062 miles
    Test number
    279611165923
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass79,139 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    79,139 miles
    Test number
    677592857462
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Before rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail79,138 miles (+3,300)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,138 miles
    Test number
    728548879833
    • 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 at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • 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 Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Before rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass75,838 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    75,838 miles
    Test number
    697372119236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  5. Fail75,832 miles (+945)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,832 miles
    Test number
    209375416218
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  6. Pass74,887 miles (+9,625)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    74,887 miles
    Test number
    578340268137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass65,262 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    65,262 miles
    Test number
    829721334399
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  8. Fail65,251 miles (+424)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,251 miles
    Test number
    356971934391
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureCentre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  9. Pass64,827 miles (+10,746)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    64,827 miles
    Test number
    226341503435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,081 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    54,081 miles
    Test number
    237003072093
    • NoteEngine fail lamp on
    • NoteFront discs in a pour condishion (INNER)EDG

  11. Fail54,081 miles (+5,250)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,081 miles
    Test number
    756043072008
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteEngine fail lamp on
    • NoteFront discs in a pour condishion (INNER)EDG

  12. Pass48,831 miles (+4,814)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    48,831 miles
    Test number
    629400061059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail44,017 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,017 miles
    Test number
    183287860087
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  14. Pass44,017 miles (+5,161)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    44,017 miles
    Test number
    861237860009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,856 miles (+6,852)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    38,856 miles
    Test number
    472767989056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,004 miles (+8,505)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    32,004 miles
    Test number
    831388078024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    23,499 miles
    Test number
    672208877043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 XBL

Does LM52 XBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 XBL expired on 10 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 XBL?
The MOT on LM52 XBL expired on 10 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 XBL done?
LM52 XBL was recorded at 87,062 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2021, an average of 4,339 miles a year.
Has LM52 XBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 XBL has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on LM52 XBL 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 XBL find?
LM52 XBL passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2021 with 5 advisories: front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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