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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LS52 BWKMOT history

LS52 BWK is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 30 Apr 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 136,315 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2024.

LS52 BWK silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Apr 2025
Mileage
136,315 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,409 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 BWK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
22 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 BWK was last recorded at 136,315 miles on 30 Apr 2024, 3,198 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,117 miles · 1 May 2023
Between the last two tests
3,198 miles
Average per year
5,409 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 136,315 miles
  • 2023 – 133,117 miles
  • 2021 – 131,987 miles
  • 2020 – 126,453 miles
  • 2019 – 104,504 miles
  • 2016 – 103,692 miles
  • 2015 – 92,058 miles
  • 2014 – 85,962 miles
  • 2013 – 81,206 miles
  • 2012 – 76,393 miles
  • 2011 – 71,850 miles
  • 2010 – 68,072 miles
  • 2009 – 64,198 miles
  • 2008 – 56,544 miles
  • 2007 – 50,880 miles
  • 2006 – 42,025 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,315 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Engine management light on (vehicle is pre 2003)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Both rear coil springs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Engine oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Gearbox oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,315 miles (+3,198)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    136,315 miles
    Test number
    815540047648
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass133,117 miles (+1,130)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    133,117 miles
    Test number
    826875912060
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass131,987 miles (+5,534)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    131,987 miles
    Test number
    236276776026
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass126,453 miles (+21,949)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    126,453 miles
    Test number
    758120715860
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass104,504 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    104,504 miles
    Test number
    620230841279
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on (vehicle is pre 2003)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak

  6. Fail104,502 miles (+810)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,502 miles
    Test number
    570966205792
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure mounting broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on (vehicle is pre 2003)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryGearbox oil leak

  7. Pass103,692 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    103,692 miles
    Test number
    860844562759
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  8. Fail103,692 miles (+11,634)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,692 miles
    Test number
    536197373479
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  9. Pass92,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    92,058 miles
    Test number
    566870739968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail92,058 miles (+12)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,058 miles
    Test number
    795873762949
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  11. Fail92,046 miles (+6,084)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,046 miles
    Test number
    919458824679
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass85,962 miles (+4,756)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    85,962 miles
    Test number
    437469114485
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  13. Pass81,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    81,206 miles
    Test number
    276509223341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail81,206 miles (+4,813)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,206 miles
    Test number
    885487423331
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has sidewall perish

  15. Pass76,393 miles (+4,543)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    76,393 miles
    Test number
    517934922303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass71,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    71,850 miles
    Test number
    665130331316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail71,850 miles (+3,778)2 dangerous1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,850 miles
    Test number
    787540631384
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteOffside mirror casing broken

  18. Pass68,072 miles (+3,874)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    68,072 miles
    Test number
    930643320349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass64,198 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    64,198 miles
    Test number
    573439929320
    • 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 DOOR MIRROR TRIMS INSECURE.

  20. Fail64,198 miles (+7,654)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,198 miles
    Test number
    193279929300
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOFF SIDE FRONT DOOR MIRROR TRIMS INSECURE.

  21. Pass56,544 miles (+5,664)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    56,544 miles
    Test number
    252557628350
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass50,880 miles (+8,855)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    50,880 miles
    Test number
    470807927419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    42,025 miles
    Test number
    312158526375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 BWK

Does LS52 BWK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS52 BWK expired on 30 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS52 BWK?
The MOT on LS52 BWK expired on 30 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS52 BWK done?
LS52 BWK was recorded at 136,315 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2024, an average of 5,409 miles a year.
Has LS52 BWK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 BWK has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2019.
Has the mileage on LS52 BWK 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 LS52 BWK find?
LS52 BWK passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2024 with 3 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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