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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 2,792 cc

LS02 CSUMOT history

LS02 CSU is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 May 2002. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 76,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

LS02 CSU black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
76,167 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,450 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS02 CSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,792 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
23 May 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS02 CSU was last recorded at 76,167 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 219 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,948 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
219 miles
Average per year
1,450 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,167 miles
  • 2025 – 75,948 miles
  • 2024 – 75,150 miles
  • 2023 – 73,832 miles
  • 2022 – 72,785 miles
  • 2020 – 70,604 miles
  • 2017 – 70,092 miles
  • 2016 – 68,975 miles
  • 2015 – 67,948 miles
  • 2014 – 66,184 miles
  • 2012 – 64,414 miles
  • 2011 – 63,004 miles
  • 2010 – 60,089 miles
  • 2009 – 57,926 miles
  • 2008 – 54,891 miles
  • 2007 – 52,104 miles
  • 2006 – 46,866 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,167 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front join (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner wishbone bush perished

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner wishbone bush perished

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated gaiter loose

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated gaiter loose around the small clip end

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect slightly noisy in operation

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated gaiter loose around the small clip end

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,167 miles (+219)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    76,167 miles
    Test number
    693513127065
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  2. Pass75,948 miles (+798)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    75,948 miles
    Test number
    978932255936
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated gaiter loose (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated gaiter loose (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corroded around the suspension arm mounts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass75,150 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    75,150 miles
    Test number
    103572263036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail75,142 miles (+1,310)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,142 miles
    Test number
    225889732309
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass73,832 miles (+35)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    73,832 miles
    Test number
    241070933515
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated gaiter loose around the small clip end (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated gaiter loose around the small clip end (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner wishbone bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect slightly noisy in operation (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner wishbone bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing lower retaining guide to the stub axle damaged and not seated correct (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill/subframe mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage around the pipe joint to the steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corroded around the suspension mounts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail73,797 miles (+1,012)2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,797 miles
    Test number
    461078959829
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to leaking brake (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking top joint from brake hose to calliper ? (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated gaiter loose around the small clip end (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated gaiter loose around the small clip end (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner wishbone bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect slightly noisy in operation (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner wishbone bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing lower retaining guide to the stub axle damaged and not seated correct (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill/subframe mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage around the pipe joint to the steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corroded around the suspension mounts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass72,785 miles (+2,181)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    72,785 miles
    Test number
    815870228249
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated gaiter loose (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner wishbone bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner wishbone bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass70,604 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    70,604 miles
    Test number
    452799649049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail70,602 miles (+510)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,602 miles
    Test number
    904185536340
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass70,092 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    70,092 miles
    Test number
    109272479306
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  11. Fail70,088 miles (+1,113)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,088 miles
    Test number
    818202107483
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  12. Pass68,975 miles (+1,027)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    68,975 miles
    Test number
    770542960295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,948 miles (+1,764)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    67,948 miles
    Test number
    285590905171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,184 miles (+1,770)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    66,184 miles
    Test number
    317919664084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,414 miles (+1,410)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    64,414 miles
    Test number
    975338532317
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  16. Pass63,004 miles (+2,915)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    63,004 miles
    Test number
    755219711309
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass60,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    60,089 miles
    Test number
    332523890481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail60,089 miles (+2,163)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,089 miles
    Test number
    390213190497
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass57,926 miles (+3,035)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    57,926 miles
    Test number
    833114479233
    • NoteOFF SIDE OUTER C.V.GAITER LEAKING GREASE.

  20. Pass54,891 miles (+2,787)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    54,891 miles
    Test number
    283978268469
    • 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)
    • NoteOFF SIDE FRONT WHEEL BEARING VERY NOISEY ON ROAD TEST,ADVISE NEW BEARING A.S.A.P.
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY ROCKING OFF SIDE FRONT WHEEL AT 3 O,CLOCK AND 9 O,CLOCK POSITIONING?.

  21. Pass52,104 miles (+5,238)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    52,104 miles
    Test number
    962197157168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass46,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    46,866 miles
    Test number
    721047136162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS02 CSU

Does LS02 CSU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS02 CSU is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS02 CSU?
The MOT on LS02 CSU is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS02 CSU done?
LS02 CSU was recorded at 76,167 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 1,450 miles a year.
Has LS02 CSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS02 CSU has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LS02 CSU 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 LS02 CSU find?
LS02 CSU passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front join; rear subframe corroded.

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