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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,781 cc

LS52 FVAMOT history

LS52 FVA is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 5 Nov 2002. Its MOT expired on 1 Jul 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 140,532 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2024.

LS52 FVA black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Jul 2023
Mileage
140,532 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2024
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,466 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 FVA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
5 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS52 FVA was last recorded at 140,532 miles on 18 Sept 2024, 3,732 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,800 miles · 2 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
3,732 miles
Average per year
5,466 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 140,532 miles
  • 2022 – 136,800 miles
  • 2021 – 130,830 miles
  • 2017 – 129,049 miles
  • 2016 – 120,662 miles
  • 2015 – 115,643 miles
  • 2014 – 110,075 miles
  • 2013 – 98,450 miles
  • 2012 – 90,922 miles
  • 2011 – 83,119 miles
  • 2010 – 77,536 miles
  • 2009 – 70,970 miles
  • 2008 – 60,341 miles
  • 2007 – 54,968 miles
  • 2006 – 39,870 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail140,532 miles
  • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail140,532 miles (+3,732)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,532 miles
    Test number
    472729510243
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass136,800 miles (+5,970)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    136,800 miles
    Test number
    235814204838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass130,830 miles (+1,781)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    130,830 miles
    Test number
    575554274956
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass129,049 miles (+8,387)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    129,049 miles
    Test number
    215231348247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass120,662 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    120,662 miles
    Test number
    662261801705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail120,574 miles (+4,931)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,574 miles
    Test number
    926711573506
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on extreme inner edge of tread
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres deteriorated and worn on extreme edge of tread
    • AdvisoryEngine diagnostic warning lamp is on
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  7. Pass115,643 miles (+5,568)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    115,643 miles
    Test number
    878329849329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass110,075 miles (+4,301)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    110,075 miles
    Test number
    407781384273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass105,774 miles (+7,324)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    105,774 miles
    Test number
    897287004083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail98,450 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,450 miles
    Test number
    548859603055
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNearside rear handbrake cable is showing signs of weakening by corrosion.

  11. Pass98,450 miles (+7,528)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    98,450 miles
    Test number
    896729803031
    • NoteNearside rear handbrake cable is showing signs of weakening by corrosion.

  12. Pass90,922 miles (+7,803)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    90,922 miles
    Test number
    107050312432
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNearside rear handbrake cable is showing signs of weakening by corossion.

  13. Pass83,119 miles (+5,583)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    83,119 miles
    Test number
    979896201036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,536 miles (+6,566)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    77,536 miles
    Test number
    600142610066
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass70,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    70,970 miles
    Test number
    474011039063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail70,970 miles (+10,629)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,970 miles
    Test number
    164851839487
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  17. Pass60,341 miles (+5,373)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    60,341 miles
    Test number
    411981118037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    54,968 miles
    Test number
    653157737143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail54,968 miles (+15,098)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,968 miles
    Test number
    104416437154
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass39,870 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    39,870 miles
    Test number
    354510416128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s;wing;mirrow;cover;missing;;n/s/f;o/s/r;;tyre;walls;cut

Questions about LS52 FVA

Does LS52 FVA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS52 FVA expired on 1 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS52 FVA?
The MOT on LS52 FVA expired on 1 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS52 FVA done?
LS52 FVA was recorded at 140,532 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2024, an average of 5,466 miles a year.
Has LS52 FVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 FVA has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LS52 FVA 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 FVA find?
LS52 FVA failed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2024 with 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard; offside front macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play; windscreen wiper blade defective, and 1 more.

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