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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,390 cc

LS52 FYJMOT history

LS52 FYJ is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Nov 2002. Its MOT expired on 15 Sept 2025 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 75,196 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2024.

LS52 FYJ grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Sept 2025
Mileage
75,196 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2024
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,678 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 FYJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
12 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 FYJ was last recorded at 75,196 miles on 16 Sept 2024, 871 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,325 miles · 12 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
871 miles
Average per year
2,678 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 75,196 miles
  • 2023 – 74,325 miles
  • 2021 – 67,969 miles
  • 2020 – 66,052 miles
  • 2019 – 64,862 miles
  • 2018 – 60,183 miles
  • 2017 – 55,569 miles
  • 2016 – 51,834 miles
  • 2015 – 48,243 miles
  • 2012 – 47,829 miles
  • 2011 – 46,408 miles
  • 2010 – 45,231 miles
  • 2008 – 38,826 miles
  • 2007 – 37,069 miles
  • 2006 – 31,862 miles
  • 2005 – 24,606 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,196 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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.

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass75,196 miles (+871)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    75,196 miles
    Test number
    970389281483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass74,325 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    74,325 miles
    Test number
    568824429457
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive engine coolant from radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner "D" bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail74,325 miles (+6,356)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,325 miles
    Test number
    227918341135
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive engine coolant from radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner "D" bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass67,969 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    67,969 miles
    Test number
    568585888214
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear lights broken

  5. Fail67,969 miles (+1,917)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,969 miles
    Test number
    745238262267
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear lights broken

  6. Pass66,052 miles (+1,190)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    66,052 miles
    Test number
    696476342766
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass64,862 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    64,862 miles
    Test number
    401238161929
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail64,862 miles (+4,679)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,862 miles
    Test number
    108182857725
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass60,183 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    60,183 miles
    Test number
    743775838556
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Door does not open from inside or outside
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail60,183 miles (+4,614)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,183 miles
    Test number
    344088464142
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Door does not open from inside or outside
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass55,569 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    55,569 miles
    Test number
    856643413196
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  12. Fail55,569 miles (+3,735)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,569 miles
    Test number
    474421194851
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass51,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    51,834 miles
    Test number
    997624076770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail51,834 miles (+3,591)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,834 miles
    Test number
    452354912942
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass48,243 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    48,243 miles
    Test number
    656358715169
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail48,243 miles (+414)3 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,243 miles
    Test number
    966567215180
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNearside front tyre deteriorated
    • NoteNearside rear tyre deteriorated
    • NoteOffside front tyre deteriorated
    • NoteOffside rear tyre deteriorated

  17. Pass47,829 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    47,829 miles
    Test number
    669486662290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail47,829 miles (+1,421)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,829 miles
    Test number
    759046762233
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass46,408 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    46,408 miles
    Test number
    427813771282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail46,408 miles (+1,177)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,408 miles
    Test number
    949943671268
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass45,231 miles (+6,405)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    45,231 miles
    Test number
    502473030082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,826 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    38,826 miles
    Test number
    272651838338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail38,826 miles (+1,757)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,826 miles
    Test number
    270360738369
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass37,069 miles (+5,207)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    37,069 miles
    Test number
    313166517362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,862 miles (+7,256)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    31,862 miles
    Test number
    730688016331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass24,606 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    24,606 miles
    Test number
    131208195286
    • NoteBrake pedal has limited resurve travel
    • NoteN/s/f,o/s/f & o/s/r inner wheel rims are damp with brake fluid(no leak)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

Questions about LS52 FYJ

Does LS52 FYJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS52 FYJ expired on 15 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS52 FYJ?
The MOT on LS52 FYJ expired on 15 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS52 FYJ done?
LS52 FYJ was recorded at 75,196 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2024, an average of 2,678 miles a year.
Has LS52 FYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 FYJ has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LS52 FYJ 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 FYJ find?
LS52 FYJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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