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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LM52 XMSMOT history

LM52 XMS is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Feb 2003. Its MOT expired on 14 Jan 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 184,931 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2024.

LM52 XMS silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Jan 2025
Mileage
184,931 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2024
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,459 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 XMS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 XMS was last recorded at 184,931 miles on 8 Jan 2024, 3,743 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,188 miles · 13 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
3,743 miles
Average per year
7,459 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 184,931 miles
  • 2023 – 181,188 miles
  • 2022 – 179,199 miles
  • 2021 – 178,045 miles
  • 2020 – 175,895 miles
  • 2019 – 171,008 miles
  • 2017 – 150,411 miles
  • 2016 – 139,764 miles
  • 2015 – 132,166 miles
  • 2014 – 126,498 miles
  • 2013 – 119,737 miles
  • 2012 – 112,513 miles
  • 2011 – 104,893 miles
  • 2010 – 97,441 miles
  • 2009 – 88,885 miles
  • 2008 – 79,328 miles
  • 2007 – 66,898 miles
  • 2006 – 54,223 miles
  • 2005 – 50,292 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,931 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

29 tests since 20 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,931 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    184,931 miles
    Test number
    698746604062
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail184,931 miles (+3,743)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,931 miles
    Test number
    211420672496
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass181,188 miles (+1,989)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    181,188 miles
    Test number
    806351822751
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  4. Pass179,199 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    179,199 miles
    Test number
    639252887659
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail179,199 miles (+1,154)4 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,199 miles
    Test number
    894179979072
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass178,045 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    178,045 miles
    Test number
    788122285456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail178,045 miles (+2,150)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,045 miles
    Test number
    576798636638
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass175,895 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    175,895 miles
    Test number
    810184832490
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail175,895 miles (+4,887)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,895 miles
    Test number
    416816767505
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass171,008 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    171,008 miles
    Test number
    742158695577
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNSF wing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  11. Fail171,008 miles (+20,597)2 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,008 miles
    Test number
    313052745004
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNSF wing corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  12. Pass150,411 miles (+10,647)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    150,411 miles
    Test number
    609369551664
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass139,764 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    139,764 miles
    Test number
    670487400813
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/65/r15 91h (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail139,764 miles (+7,598)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,764 miles
    Test number
    962833409109
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/65/r15 91h (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass132,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    132,166 miles
    Test number
    233343835200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail132,166 miles (+5,668)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,166 miles
    Test number
    787504773776
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass126,498 miles (+6,761)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    126,498 miles
    Test number
    477204514404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass119,737 miles (+7,224)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    119,737 miles
    Test number
    467846213463
    • 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)

  19. Pass112,513 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    112,513 miles
    Test number
    459753712391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust corroding.

  20. Fail112,513 miles (+7,620)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,513 miles
    Test number
    285243612342
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust corroding.

  21. Pass104,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    104,893 miles
    Test number
    337685611350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail104,893 miles (+7,452)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,893 miles
    Test number
    968975411372
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  23. Pass97,441 miles (+8,556)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    97,441 miles
    Test number
    964889390248
    • NoteN/S/R tyre wearing low.
    • NoteO/S/R tyre wearing low.

  24. Pass88,885 miles (+9,557)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    88,885 miles
    Test number
    940134019379
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f inner cv boot starting to split

  25. Pass79,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    79,328 miles
    Test number
    441619798258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail79,328 miles (+12,430)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,328 miles
    Test number
    564148298207
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass66,898 miles (+12,675)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    66,898 miles
    Test number
    383362107320
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass54,223 miles (+3,931)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    54,223 miles
    Test number
    902927816307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass50,292 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    50,292 miles
    Test number
    211404355315
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM52 XMS

Does LM52 XMS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 XMS expired on 14 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 XMS?
The MOT on LM52 XMS expired on 14 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 XMS done?
LM52 XMS was recorded at 184,931 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2024, an average of 7,459 miles a year.
Has LM52 XMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 XMS has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LM52 XMS 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 XMS find?
LM52 XMS passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2024 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside rear outer integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 3 more.

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