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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LS52 DWDMOT history

LS52 DWD is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 173,182 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2025.

LS52 DWD silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
173,182 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,491 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 DWD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
25 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 DWD was last recorded at 173,182 miles on 11 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,182 miles · 6 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,491 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 173,182 miles
  • 2024 – 165,882 miles
  • 2023 – 158,212 miles
  • 2022 – 153,133 miles
  • 2021 – 147,978 miles
  • 2020 – 141,988 miles
  • 2019 – 139,503 miles
  • 2018 – 136,645 miles
  • 2017 – 133,368 miles
  • 2016 – 123,325 miles
  • 2015 – 106,536 miles
  • 2014 – 94,571 miles
  • 2013 – 84,237 miles
  • 2012 – 74,617 miles
  • 2011 – 67,309 miles
  • 2010 – 60,357 miles
  • 2009 – 52,514 miles
  • 2008 – 44,418 miles
  • 2007 – 36,767 miles
  • 2006 – 30,452 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,182 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides slightly (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes - both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively slightly (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear section (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides - final section, part of hose assembly (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm - both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • 2) Both front brake hoses deteriorated close to limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • 4) Slight play in both front top mountings

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • 5) Both rear wheel inner edges damaged slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass173,182 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    173,182 miles
    Test number
    304438998374
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides slightly (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes - both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively slightly (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear section (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides - final section, part of hose assembly (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm - both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail173,182 miles (+7,300)4 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,182 miles
    Test number
    269099007192
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides slightly (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes - both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively slightly (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear section (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides - final section, part of hose assembly (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm - both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass165,882 miles (+7,670)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    165,882 miles
    Test number
    907144389629
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass158,212 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    158,212 miles
    Test number
    128693732638
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail158,212 miles (+5,079)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,212 miles
    Test number
    329429288342
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTail gate lock faulty.

  6. Pass153,133 miles (+5,155)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    153,133 miles
    Test number
    745057477396
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly distorted Both (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  7. Pass147,978 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    147,978 miles
    Test number
    760088082478
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail147,978 miles (+5,990)3 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,978 miles
    Test number
    644248787695
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass141,988 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    141,988 miles
    Test number
    503438240579
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front headlamp bracket broken

  10. Fail141,988 miles (+2,485)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,988 miles
    Test number
    952569489081
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated Both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside front headlamp bracket broken

  11. Pass139,503 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    139,503 miles
    Test number
    344748463193
    • AdvisoryExhaust blowing slightly at cat pipe.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail139,503 miles (+2,858)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,503 miles
    Test number
    454953822307
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust blowing slightly at cat pipe.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass136,645 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    136,645 miles
    Test number
    929756799117
    • AdvisoryExhaust cat pipe deteriorated.

  14. Fail136,645 miles (+3,277)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,645 miles
    Test number
    669577189187
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust cat pipe deteriorated.

  15. Pass133,368 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    133,368 miles
    Test number
    831233276557
    • Advisory2) Both front brake hoses deteriorated close to limit
    • Advisory4) Slight play in both front top mountings
    • Advisory5) Both rear wheel inner edges damaged slightly
    • AdvisorySteering rack leaking from nearside gator

  16. Fail133,364 miles (+10,039)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,364 miles
    Test number
    179129522873
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • Advisory2) Both front brake hoses deteriorated close to limit
    • Advisory4) Slight play in both front top mountings
    • Advisory5) Both rear wheel inner edges damaged slightly
    • AdvisorySteering rack leaking from nearside gator

  17. Pass123,325 miles (+16,789)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    123,325 miles
    Test number
    671132132318
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  18. Pass106,536 miles (+11,965)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    106,536 miles
    Test number
    889012712523
    • Advisory2) Offside rear tyre worn out of shape on inner edge
    • Advisory3) Both front suspension arm inner rear bushes slightly deteriorated

  19. Pass94,571 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    94,571 miles
    Test number
    456040014435
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteBoth front and nearside rear tyres have 3mm tread remaining

  20. Fail94,571 miles (+10,334)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,571 miles
    Test number
    969860614391
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteBoth front and nearside rear tyres have 3mm tread remaining

  21. Pass84,237 miles (+9,620)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    84,237 miles
    Test number
    956362313345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail74,617 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,617 miles
    Test number
    156060422387
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  23. Pass74,617 miles (+7,308)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    74,617 miles
    Test number
    188050422327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass67,309 miles (+6,952)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    67,309 miles
    Test number
    328382221375
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  25. Fail60,357 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,357 miles
    Test number
    281792820300
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Pass60,357 miles (+7,843)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    60,357 miles
    Test number
    400832020441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass52,514 miles (+8,096)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    52,514 miles
    Test number
    291945099257
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass44,418 miles (+7,651)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    44,418 miles
    Test number
    520995198228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass36,767 miles (+6,315)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    36,767 miles
    Test number
    644760477263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass30,452 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    30,452 miles
    Test number
    731896996253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 DWD

Does LS52 DWD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS52 DWD is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS52 DWD?
The MOT on LS52 DWD is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS52 DWD done?
LS52 DWD was recorded at 173,182 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2025, an average of 7,491 miles a year.
Has LS52 DWD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 DWD has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LS52 DWD 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 DWD find?
LS52 DWD passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened heavily; front coil spring corroded both sides slightly, and 9 more.

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