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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LS52 BWNMOT history

LS52 BWN is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 212,126 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

LS52 BWN silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
212,126 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,025 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 BWN
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
17 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 BWN was last recorded at 212,126 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 9,729 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
202,397 miles · 8 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
9,729 miles
Average per year
10,025 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 212,126 miles
  • 2025 – 202,397 miles
  • 2024 – 189,441 miles
  • 2023 – 179,104 miles
  • 2022 – 170,934 miles
  • 2021 – 165,793 miles
  • 2020 – 162,623 miles
  • 2019 – 151,662 miles
  • 2018 – 138,929 miles
  • 2017 – 125,143 miles
  • 2016 – 115,154 miles
  • 2015 – 100,210 miles
  • 2014 – 72,072 miles
  • 2013 – 42,624 miles
  • 2012 – 26,819 miles
  • 2011 – 18,388 miles
  • 2010 – 17,337 miles
  • 2009 – 14,092 miles
  • 2008 – 13,467 miles
  • 2007 – 12,154 miles
  • 2006 – 10,444 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass212,126 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 14 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass212,126 miles (+9,729)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    212,126 miles
    Test number
    668303639239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass202,397 miles (+12,956)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    202,397 miles
    Test number
    568740809030
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass189,441 miles (+10,337)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    189,441 miles
    Test number
    524426272912
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass179,104 miles (+8,170)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    179,104 miles
    Test number
    442438627970
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass170,934 miles (+5,141)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    170,934 miles
    Test number
    728638006374
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass165,793 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    165,793 miles
    Test number
    613734711845
    • 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 side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail165,791 miles (+3,168)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,791 miles
    Test number
    112962594649
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • 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 side (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass162,623 miles (+10,961)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    162,623 miles
    Test number
    417382652257
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake drum worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass151,662 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    151,662 miles
    Test number
    378057778622
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail151,662 miles (+12,733)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,662 miles
    Test number
    311861319955
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass138,929 miles (+13,786)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    138,929 miles
    Test number
    812402085431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass125,143 miles (+9,989)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    125,143 miles
    Test number
    189812909340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass115,154 miles (+14,944)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    115,154 miles
    Test number
    341803146484
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass100,210 miles (+28,138)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    100,210 miles
    Test number
    598197955091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass72,072 miles (+29,448)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    72,072 miles
    Test number
    185048714497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass42,624 miles (+15,805)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    42,624 miles
    Test number
    467899723087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,819 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    26,819 miles
    Test number
    115577712442
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  18. Fail26,819 miles (+8,431)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,819 miles
    Test number
    888727212012
    • Repaired at testNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  19. Pass18,388 miles (+1,051)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    18,388 miles
    Test number
    957142021058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass17,337 miles (+3,245)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    17,337 miles
    Test number
    231583420097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass14,092 miles (+625)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    14,092 miles
    Test number
    113064029055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass13,467 miles (+1,313)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    13,467 miles
    Test number
    884086828075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass12,154 miles (+1,710)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    12,154 miles
    Test number
    591250727020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass10,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    10,444 miles
    Test number
    121094516436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 BWN

Does LS52 BWN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS52 BWN is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS52 BWN?
The MOT on LS52 BWN is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS52 BWN done?
LS52 BWN was recorded at 212,126 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 10,025 miles a year.
Has LS52 BWN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 BWN has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on LS52 BWN 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 BWN find?
LS52 BWN passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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