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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LS52 FNCMOT history

LS52 FNC is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 12 Oct 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 142,490 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2024.

LS52 FNC black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Oct 2024
Mileage
142,490 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,793 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 FNC
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
16 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS52 FNC was last recorded at 142,490 miles on 22 Nov 2024, 10,019 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,471 miles · 13 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
10,019 miles
Average per year
5,793 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 142,490 miles
  • 2023 – 132,471 miles
  • 2022 – 128,023 miles
  • 2021 – 123,378 miles
  • 2020 – 120,444 miles
  • 2019 – 113,601 miles
  • 2018 – 109,866 miles
  • 2017 – 102,650 miles
  • 2015 – 96,263 miles
  • 2014 – 89,003 miles
  • 2013 – 84,309 miles
  • 2012 – 81,105 miles
  • 2011 – 77,734 miles
  • 2010 – 74,441 miles
  • 2009 – 69,418 miles
  • 2008 – 61,863 miles
  • 2007 – 54,107 miles
  • 2006 – 44,669 miles
  • 2005 – 32,632 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail142,490 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine MIL inoperative (pre 2003)
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Drive shaft damaged but serviceable (6.1.7 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Exhaust knocking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail142,490 miles (+10,019)9 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,490 miles
    Test number
    840613281164
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL inoperative (pre 2003)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drive shaft damaged but serviceable (6.1.7 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass132,471 miles (+116)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    132,471 miles
    Test number
    795439045972
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail132,355 miles (+4,332)1 dangerous6 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,355 miles
    Test number
    774863050479
    • DangerousNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen Both, insecured (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect reposition (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing x1 (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. 235/45/17 (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Body under sill rim (Both sides) slightly deformed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy knocking (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Nail in tyre shoulder 225/45/17
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass128,023 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    128,023 miles
    Test number
    168563708877
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust knocking

  5. Fail128,021 miles (+4,643)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,021 miles
    Test number
    260208341235
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust knocking

  6. Pass123,378 miles3 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    123,378 miles
    Test number
    474858336947
    • MinorNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  7. Fail123,378 miles (+2,934)3 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,378 miles
    Test number
    967921352042
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  8. Pass120,444 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    120,444 miles
    Test number
    724430159700
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail120,444 miles (+6,843)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,444 miles
    Test number
    537902603500
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass113,601 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    113,601 miles
    Test number
    416571784791
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail113,601 miles (+3,735)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,601 miles
    Test number
    873556565383
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass109,866 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    109,866 miles
    Test number
    541721935005
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle slightly corroded

  13. Fail109,866 miles (+7,216)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,866 miles
    Test number
    689718414839
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle slightly corroded

  14. Pass102,650 miles (+6,387)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    102,650 miles
    Test number
    762364615268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass96,263 miles (+7,260)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    96,263 miles
    Test number
    795897371383
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre inner edges are wearing out.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brakes feel slightly binding.
    • AdvisoryEngine management light keeps flashing.

  16. Pass89,003 miles (+4,694)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    89,003 miles
    Test number
    428981404484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass84,309 miles (+3,204)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    84,309 miles
    Test number
    285535903341
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass81,105 miles (+3,371)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    81,105 miles
    Test number
    265127602386
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing low on edges

  19. Pass77,734 miles (+3,293)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    77,734 miles
    Test number
    868053621326
    • NoteAir bag light staying on

  20. Pass74,441 miles (+5,023)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    74,441 miles
    Test number
    842531340383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass69,418 miles (+7,555)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    69,418 miles
    Test number
    941349439305
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass61,863 miles (+7,756)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    61,863 miles
    Test number
    923548238309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass54,107 miles (+9,438)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    54,107 miles
    Test number
    534137337383
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  24. Pass44,669 miles (+12,037)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    44,669 miles
    Test number
    110682846329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass32,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    32,632 miles
    Test number
    983359535363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 FNC

Does LS52 FNC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS52 FNC expired on 12 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS52 FNC?
The MOT on LS52 FNC expired on 12 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS52 FNC done?
LS52 FNC was recorded at 142,490 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2024, an average of 5,793 miles a year.
Has LS52 FNC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 FNC has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LS52 FNC 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 FNC find?
LS52 FNC failed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2024 with 9 major defects, 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage has an unsafe modification; nearside front position lamp not working, and 17 more.

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