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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LS52 FCUMOT history

LS52 FCU is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 122,514 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

LS52 FCU black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
122,514 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,213 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 FCU
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
12 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 FCU was last recorded at 122,514 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 69 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,445 miles · 30 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
69 miles
Average per year
2,213 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,514 miles
  • 2025 – 122,296 miles
  • 2024 – 122,068 miles
  • 2023 – 121,774 miles
  • 2020 – 120,243 miles
  • 2019 – 116,262 miles
  • 2017 – 113,177 miles
  • 2016 – 110,942 miles
  • 2015 – 108,440 miles
  • 2014 – 106,171 miles
  • 2013 – 104,379 miles
  • 2012 – 101,308 miles
  • 2011 – 99,656 miles
  • 2010 – 96,891 miles
  • 2009 – 94,441 miles
  • 2008 – 90,452 miles
  • 2007 – 85,361 miles
  • 2006 – 78,232 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,514 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major4 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center section leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,514 miles (+69)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    122,514 miles
    Test number
    226018739875
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail122,445 miles (+149)1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,445 miles
    Test number
    460475499448
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass122,296 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    122,296 miles
    Test number
    985534869434
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail122,296 miles (+228)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,296 miles
    Test number
    952730753973
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass122,068 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    122,068 miles
    Test number
    976268959140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail122,060 miles (+286)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,060 miles
    Test number
    361329069492
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

  7. Pass121,774 miles (+1,531)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    121,774 miles
    Test number
    420960898042
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Pass120,243 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    120,243 miles
    Test number
    248735650309
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top mount
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top mount

  9. Fail120,243 miles (+3,981)3 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,243 miles
    Test number
    102446314939
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre pipe and back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top mount
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top mount

  10. Pass116,262 miles (+3,085)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    116,262 miles
    Test number
    757545282625
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear discs in poor condition
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass113,177 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    113,177 miles
    Test number
    203981771013
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center section leaking (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

  12. Fail113,177 miles (+2,235)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,177 miles
    Test number
    600397246498
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center section leaking (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light on

  13. Pass110,942 miles (+2,502)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    110,942 miles
    Test number
    625206944200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass108,440 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    108,440 miles
    Test number
    253750076900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail108,440 miles (+2,269)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,440 miles
    Test number
    286223707667
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyres has cuts on it causing separation
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyres has cuts on it causing separation
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyres has cuts on it causing separation

  16. Pass106,171 miles (+1,792)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    106,171 miles
    Test number
    936706434363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass104,379 miles (+3,071)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    104,379 miles
    Test number
    649473253382
    • NoteN/s/r childs seat fitted

  18. Pass101,308 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    101,308 miles
    Test number
    656750442339
    • NoteDid not test n/s/r seat belt

  19. Fail101,308 miles (+1,652)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,308 miles
    Test number
    519370442315
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteDid not test n/s/r seat belt

  20. Pass99,656 miles (+2,765)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    99,656 miles
    Test number
    976427501340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass96,891 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    96,891 miles
    Test number
    464923930402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail96,891 miles (+2,450)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,891 miles
    Test number
    831963630373
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass94,441 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    94,441 miles
    Test number
    291545939380
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are cracking

  24. Fail94,441 miles (+3,989)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,441 miles
    Test number
    391584339399
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are cracking

  25. Pass90,452 miles (+5,091)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    90,452 miles
    Test number
    933558498284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass85,361 miles (+7,129)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    85,361 miles
    Test number
    442334387286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass78,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    78,232 miles
    Test number
    262784486258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 FCU

Does LS52 FCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS52 FCU is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS52 FCU?
The MOT on LS52 FCU is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS52 FCU done?
LS52 FCU was recorded at 122,514 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 2,213 miles a year.
Has LS52 FCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 FCU has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS52 FCU 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 FCU find?
LS52 FCU passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing; offside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing, and 1 more.

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