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Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,984 cc

LS52 ODLMOT history

LS52 ODL is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 20 Mar 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 118,106 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

LS52 ODL grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Mar 2026
Mileage
118,106 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,188 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 ODL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
17 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS52 ODL was last recorded at 118,106 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 4,627 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,479 miles · 21 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,627 miles
Average per year
4,188 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,106 miles
  • 2025 – 113,479 miles
  • 2022 – 110,370 miles
  • 2021 – 107,888 miles
  • 2020 – 105,477 miles
  • 2019 – 103,645 miles
  • 2018 – 97,342 miles
  • 2017 – 86,747 miles
  • 2016 – 82,016 miles
  • 2015 – 79,200 miles
  • 2014 – 76,218 miles
  • 2013 – 71,859 miles
  • 2012 – 67,566 miles
  • 2011 – 63,524 miles
  • 2010 – 59,298 miles
  • 2009 – 53,131 miles
  • 2008 – 46,676 miles
  • 2007 – 40,410 miles
  • 2006 – 34,279 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail118,106 miles
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail118,106 miles (+4,627)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,106 miles
    Test number
    866473970796
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass113,479 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    113,479 miles
    Test number
    333258194947
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail113,477 miles (+3,107)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,477 miles
    Test number
    177246588367
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass110,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    110,370 miles
    Test number
    191548977827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail110,370 miles (+2,482)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,370 miles
    Test number
    743458477568
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass107,888 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    107,888 miles
    Test number
    672503945162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail107,888 miles (+2,411)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,888 miles
    Test number
    762631104349
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass105,477 miles (+1,832)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    105,477 miles
    Test number
    439031217017
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass103,645 miles (+6,303)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    103,645 miles
    Test number
    400197075643
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass97,342 miles (+10,595)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    97,342 miles
    Test number
    960815014718
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass86,747 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    86,747 miles
    Test number
    739498598622
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  12. Fail86,747 miles (+4,731)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,747 miles
    Test number
    296429860011
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  13. Pass82,016 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    82,016 miles
    Test number
    698622354344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail82,016 miles (+2,816)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,016 miles
    Test number
    524165615517
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass79,200 miles (+2,982)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    79,200 miles
    Test number
    317085493361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass76,218 miles (+4,359)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    76,218 miles
    Test number
    917625374222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass71,859 miles (+4,293)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    71,859 miles
    Test number
    678525973224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass67,566 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    67,566 miles
    Test number
    796754182281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail67,562 miles (+4,038)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,562 miles
    Test number
    258763382237
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  20. Pass63,524 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    63,524 miles
    Test number
    918297771278
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteA/c compressor bearing noisy

  21. Fail63,524 miles (+4,226)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,524 miles
    Test number
    985087071283
    • Repaired at testCentre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteA/c compressor bearing noisy

  22. Pass59,298 miles (+6,167)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    59,298 miles
    Test number
    482948470200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass53,131 miles (+6,455)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    53,131 miles
    Test number
    503088179269
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting broken but still supporting exhaust system

  24. Pass46,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    46,676 miles
    Test number
    431573288265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail46,676 miles (+6,266)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,676 miles
    Test number
    201522888239
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass40,410 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    40,410 miles
    Test number
    653121587246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  27. Fail40,410 miles (+6,131)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,410 miles
    Test number
    873221187290
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass34,279 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    34,279 miles
    Test number
    234034386234
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

Questions about LS52 ODL

Does LS52 ODL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS52 ODL expired on 20 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS52 ODL?
The MOT on LS52 ODL expired on 20 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS52 ODL done?
LS52 ODL was recorded at 118,106 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 4,188 miles a year.
Has LS52 ODL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 ODL has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LS52 ODL 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 ODL find?
LS52 ODL failed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 2 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside headlamp not working on dipped beam; nearside rear shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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