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Black · Petrol · 2002 · 2,324 cc

LS52 FHEMOT history

LS52 FHE is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 16 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 148,656 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2025.

LS52 FHE black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Nov 2026
Mileage
148,656 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,900 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 FHE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,324 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
15 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 FHE was last recorded at 148,656 miles on 6 Nov 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,653 miles · 5 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
6,900 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 148,656 miles
  • 2024 – 144,744 miles
  • 2023 – 142,181 miles
  • 2022 – 138,234 miles
  • 2020 – 132,428 miles
  • 2019 – 130,396 miles
  • 2018 – 125,114 miles
  • 2017 – 95,281 miles
  • 2016 – 64,198 miles
  • 2015 – 45,635 miles
  • 2014 – 40,287 miles
  • 2013 – 37,696 miles
  • 2012 – 35,403 miles
  • 2011 – 33,294 miles
  • 2010 – 31,154 miles
  • 2009 – 29,747 miles
  • 2008 – 27,103 miles
  • 2007 – 23,690 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,656 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe corroded at rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.40mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,656 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    148,656 miles
    Test number
    405150157642
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail148,653 miles (+3,909)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,653 miles
    Test number
    699972577522
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass144,744 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    144,744 miles
    Test number
    791522012326
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe corroded at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.40mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Fail144,744 miles (+2,563)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,744 miles
    Test number
    331908092720
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe corroded at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.40mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass142,181 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    142,181 miles
    Test number
    330745399638
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight play at nearside front wheel
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail142,181 miles (+3,947)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,181 miles
    Test number
    872521825471
    • Repaired at testNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight play at nearside front wheel
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Rear axle corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass138,234 miles (+2,849)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    138,234 miles
    Test number
    836527109902
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass135,385 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    135,385 miles
    Test number
    458418681069
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively with noise on rotation (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ns and os rear (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail135,385 miles (+2,957)3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,385 miles
    Test number
    292575916327
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect ns and os (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp light source and lamp not compatible ns and os (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively with noise on rotation (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ns and os rear (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass132,428 miles (+2,032)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    132,428 miles
    Test number
    289355470292
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated ns and os (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively with slight rotational noise (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive possibly filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ns and os (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass130,396 miles2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    130,396 miles
    Test number
    218009791474
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower arm dust covers perished both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into flexible hose from body (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded badly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexible hose across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  12. Fail130,396 miles (+5,282)4 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,396 miles
    Test number
    590973820762
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower arm dust covers perished both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into flexible hose from body (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded badly corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from flexible hose across axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  13. Pass125,114 miles (+29,833)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    125,114 miles
    Test number
    233682145086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass95,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    95,281 miles
    Test number
    494118643901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail95,281 miles (+31,083)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,281 miles
    Test number
    144932868883
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass64,198 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    64,198 miles
    Test number
    409537758460
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit INSIDE EDGE (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail64,198 miles (+18,563)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,198 miles
    Test number
    275567542061
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit INSIDE EDGE (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass45,635 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    45,635 miles
    Test number
    847325896000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail45,635 miles (+5,348)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,635 miles
    Test number
    965374052061
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass40,287 miles (+2,591)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    40,287 miles
    Test number
    835341864222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,696 miles (+2,293)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    37,696 miles
    Test number
    248854573228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  22. Pass35,403 miles (+2,109)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    35,403 miles
    Test number
    608886652267
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • NoteFront wishbone bushes slighlty deteriorated

  23. Pass33,294 miles (+2,140)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    33,294 miles
    Test number
    738819141295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,154 miles (+1,407)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    31,154 miles
    Test number
    110335660238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,747 miles (+2,644)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    29,747 miles
    Test number
    450962979216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,103 miles (+3,413)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    27,103 miles
    Test number
    332635478487
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass23,690 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    23,690 miles
    Test number
    953720077266
    • 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)

Questions about LS52 FHE

Does LS52 FHE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS52 FHE is valid until 16 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS52 FHE?
The MOT on LS52 FHE is valid until 16 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 FHE done?
LS52 FHE was recorded at 148,656 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2025, an average of 6,900 miles a year.
Has LS52 FHE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 FHE has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LS52 FHE 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 FHE find?
LS52 FHE passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 1 more.

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