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Green · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

LM52 XBSMOT history

LM52 XBS is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 6 Feb 2003. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 130,598 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

LM52 XBS green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
130,598 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,750 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 XBS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
6 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 XBS was last recorded at 130,598 miles on 13 May 2026, 9,100 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
121,498 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
9,100 miles
Average per year
4,750 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,598 miles
  • 2025 – 121,498 miles
  • 2024 – 112,659 miles
  • 2023 – 102,808 miles
  • 2022 – 98,394 miles
  • 2021 – 94,374 miles
  • 2019 – 87,303 miles
  • 2018 – 83,762 miles
  • 2017 – 76,748 miles
  • 2016 – 73,650 miles
  • 2015 – 70,739 miles
  • 2014 – 66,930 miles
  • 2013 – 63,512 miles
  • 2012 – 59,523 miles
  • 2011 – 56,020 miles
  • 2010 – 51,461 miles
  • 2009 – 48,577 miles
  • 2008 – 44,923 miles
  • 2007 – 39,558 miles
  • 2006 – 34,267 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,598 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,598 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    130,598 miles
    Test number
    116450275278
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail130,595 miles (+9,097)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,595 miles
    Test number
    419835627821
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass121,498 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    121,498 miles
    Test number
    380847508861
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML On but not testable on this year of vehicle
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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 / sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail121,496 miles (+8,837)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,496 miles
    Test number
    810677622702
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML On but not testable on this year of vehicle
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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 / sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass112,659 miles (+9,851)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    112,659 miles
    Test number
    369510271608
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front front number plat damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner track rod has slight play
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass102,808 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    102,808 miles
    Test number
    175178166907
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail102,808 miles (+4,414)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,808 miles
    Test number
    940319419921
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass98,394 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    98,394 miles
    Test number
    470519403030
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail98,394 miles (+4,020)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,394 miles
    Test number
    818247488075
    • MajorNearside Front 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))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass94,374 miles (+7,071)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2022
    Odometer
    94,374 miles
    Test number
    996310988313
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass87,303 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    87,303 miles
    Test number
    852901680324
    • 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))

  12. Fail87,303 miles (+3,541)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,303 miles
    Test number
    230795029304
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  13. Pass83,762 miles (+7,014)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    83,762 miles
    Test number
    471541512620
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass76,748 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    76,748 miles
    Test number
    654426463884
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded offside and nearside rears between flexi hoses steel pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside rears worn and corroded (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail76,748 miles (+3,098)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,748 miles
    Test number
    671591230842
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working bulb changed still not working suspect towbar wiring (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded offside and nearside rears between flexi hoses steel pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside rears worn and corroded (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass73,650 miles (+2,911)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    73,650 miles
    Test number
    417446913793
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass70,739 miles (+3,809)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    70,739 miles
    Test number
    657364695124
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass66,930 miles (+3,418)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    66,930 miles
    Test number
    238139284480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass63,512 miles (+3,989)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    63,512 miles
    Test number
    625961293119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,523 miles (+3,503)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    59,523 miles
    Test number
    547516882110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass56,020 miles (+4,559)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    56,020 miles
    Test number
    175688481178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass51,461 miles (+2,884)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    51,461 miles
    Test number
    241029180168
    • NoteFront discs rusty inner face

  23. Pass48,577 miles (+3,654)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    48,577 miles
    Test number
    874438989109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass44,923 miles (+5,365)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    44,923 miles
    Test number
    262767078492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass39,558 miles (+5,291)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    39,558 miles
    Test number
    964176487118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,267 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    34,267 miles
    Test number
    110761836012
    • NoteBoth rear brakes binding
    • NoteEngine light on

Questions about LM52 XBS

Does LM52 XBS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 XBS is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 XBS?
The MOT on LM52 XBS is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 XBS done?
LM52 XBS was recorded at 130,598 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 4,750 miles a year.
Has LM52 XBS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 XBS has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LM52 XBS 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 XBS find?
LM52 XBS passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front outer track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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