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Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,595 cc

LS52 FHJMOT history

LS52 FHJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 17,861 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

LS52 FHJ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
17,861 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
599 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 FHJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
19 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 FHJ was last recorded at 17,861 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 38 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
17,823 miles · 7 May 2025
Between the last two tests
38 miles
Average per year
599 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 17,861 miles
  • 2025 – 17,823 miles
  • 2023 – 16,454 miles
  • 2022 – 15,953 miles
  • 2021 – 15,734 miles
  • 2020 – 15,721 miles
  • 2019 – 15,395 miles
  • 2017 – 14,831 miles
  • 2016 – 14,617 miles
  • 2015 – 14,422 miles
  • 2014 – 14,221 miles
  • 2013 – 14,101 miles
  • 2012 – 13,902 miles
  • 2011 – 13,387 miles
  • 2010 – 12,244 miles
  • 2009 – 11,239 miles
  • 2008 – 9,832 miles
  • 2007 – 8,567 miles
  • 2006 – 7,470 miles
  • 2005 – 5,619 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass17,861 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2016–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Spare tyre defective under inflated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass17,861 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    17,861 miles
    Test number
    964740126203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass17,823 miles (+1,369)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    17,823 miles
    Test number
    664463766039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass16,454 miles (+501)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    16,454 miles
    Test number
    122908632375
    • DangerousNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt child seat not secure!, may not offer protection to occupant in the event of an emergency
    • MinorFront Tyre obviously under inflated both offside & nearside (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective under inflated
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass15,953 miles (+4)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    15,953 miles
    Test number
    323779939457
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective under inflated
  5. Fail15,949 miles (+215)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,949 miles
    Test number
    356416152874
    • MajorElectronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective under inflated
  6. Pass15,734 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    15,734 miles
    Test number
    339049852612
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Fail15,732 miles (+11)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,732 miles
    Test number
    482963911368
    • MajorElectronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass15,721 miles (+326)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    15,721 miles
    Test number
    988286585984
    • MinorNearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall and worn inner shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres and nearside front tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass15,395 miles (+564)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    15,395 miles
    Test number
    334346356614
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers & undertrays obscuring some components
  10. Pass14,831 miles (+214)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    14,831 miles
    Test number
    638216812117
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryCovers obscuring some components
  11. Pass14,617 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    14,617 miles
    Test number
    873672938339
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear both tyres are deteriorated, crack in outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering inner joints slight play
  12. Fail14,613 miles (+191)1 failure10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,613 miles
    Test number
    800456041293
    • FailureBattery insecure not properly installed (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides inner gaiter (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear both tyres are deteriorated, crack in outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySpare tyre under inflated/flat
    • AdvisorySteering inner joints slight play
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal slight spongy
  13. Pass14,422 miles (+201)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    14,422 miles
    Test number
    456057845150
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of the adult belt
    • AdvisoryWheel trims fitted - Retainers not checked
  14. Fail14,221 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,221 miles
    Test number
    348934224360
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  15. Pass14,221 miles (+120)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    14,221 miles
    Test number
    896384224361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass14,101 miles (+199)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    14,101 miles
    Test number
    635060133304
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteInner front inner cv gaitors slight leak
  17. Pass13,902 miles (+515)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    13,902 miles
    Test number
    608670822395
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  18. Pass13,387 miles (+1,143)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    13,387 miles
    Test number
    487892521381
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront no plate blemished
  19. Pass12,244 miles (+1,005)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    12,244 miles
    Test number
    151714010329
    • NoteFront no plate dirty
  20. Pass11,239 miles (+1,407)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    11,239 miles
    Test number
    453405619359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass9,832 miles (+1,265)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    9,832 miles
    Test number
    473380658400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass8,567 miles (+1,097)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    8,567 miles
    Test number
    134450227330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass7,470 miles (+1,851)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    7,470 miles
    Test number
    351729216347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass5,619 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    5,619 miles
    Test number
    890866025305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 FHJ

Does LS52 FHJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS52 FHJ is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS52 FHJ?
The MOT on LS52 FHJ is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS52 FHJ done?
LS52 FHJ was recorded at 17,861 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 599 miles a year.
Has LS52 FHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 FHJ has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LS52 FHJ 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 FHJ find?
LS52 FHJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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