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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LS52 FBEMOT history

LS52 FBE is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Nov 2002. Its MOT expired on 24 Apr 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 156,148 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2022.

LS52 FBE black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Apr 2023
Mileage
156,148 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,162 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 FBE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
22 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 FBE was last recorded at 156,148 miles on 25 Apr 2022, 722 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,426 miles · 5 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
722 miles
Average per year
7,162 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 156,148 miles
  • 2021 – 131,545 miles
  • 2019 – 131,077 miles
  • 2018 – 128,874 miles
  • 2017 – 126,306 miles
  • 2016 – 124,655 miles
  • 2015 – 122,578 miles
  • 2014 – 116,944 miles
  • 2013 – 109,102 miles
  • 2012 – 102,920 miles
  • 2011 – 97,760 miles
  • 2010 – 91,526 miles
  • 2009 – 83,681 miles
  • 2008 – 72,149 miles
  • 2007 – 55,650 miles
  • 2006 – 42,248 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,148 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass156,148 miles (+722)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    156,148 miles
    Test number
    897495119676
    • AdvisoryExhaust 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 Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail155,426 miles (+23,881)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,426 miles
    Test number
    850841526030
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension rod 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))

  3. Pass131,545 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    131,545 miles
    Test number
    268682734842
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail131,545 miles (+468)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,545 miles
    Test number
    404106483169
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass131,077 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    131,077 miles
    Test number
    772375604355
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront subframe bushes perished

  6. Fail131,077 miles (+2,203)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,077 miles
    Test number
    828473323828
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront subframe bushes perished

  7. Pass128,874 miles (+2,568)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    128,874 miles
    Test number
    956534903002
    • AdvisoryOffside body damaged
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs worn

  8. Pass126,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    126,306 miles
    Test number
    730925496719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail126,306 miles (+1,651)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,306 miles
    Test number
    365844072401
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

  10. Pass124,655 miles (+2,077)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    124,655 miles
    Test number
    830051486948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass122,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    122,578 miles
    Test number
    669357505154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail122,578 miles (+5,634)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,578 miles
    Test number
    145427105188
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  13. Pass116,944 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    116,944 miles
    Test number
    275672994054
    • NoteFront bumper lower spoiler missing/attachements insecure

  14. Fail116,944 miles (+7,842)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,944 miles
    Test number
    746732494035
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront bumper lower spoiler missing/attachements insecure

  15. Pass109,102 miles (+6,182)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    109,102 miles
    Test number
    959548203119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass102,920 miles (+5,160)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    102,920 miles
    Test number
    747713542183
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSome wear in front suspension lower arms rear most bushes...centre exhaust mount poor condition...

  17. Pass97,760 miles (+6,234)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    97,760 miles
    Test number
    496368951120
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOffside handbrake slow to release...

  18. Pass91,526 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    91,526 miles
    Test number
    663228650176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail91,499 miles (+7,818)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,499 miles
    Test number
    633544350140
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail83,681 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,681 miles
    Test number
    180761149159
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass83,681 miles (+11,532)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    83,681 miles
    Test number
    233761749460
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass72,149 miles (+16,499)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    72,149 miles
    Test number
    101349148104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass55,650 miles (+13,402)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    55,650 miles
    Test number
    360546947169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,248 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2007
    Odometer
    42,248 miles
    Test number
    170050556135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LS52 FBE

Does LS52 FBE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS52 FBE expired on 24 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS52 FBE?
The MOT on LS52 FBE expired on 24 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS52 FBE done?
LS52 FBE was recorded at 156,148 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2022, an average of 7,162 miles a year.
Has LS52 FBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 FBE has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LS52 FBE 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 FBE find?
LS52 FBE passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2022 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn; offside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn, and 1 more.

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