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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 2,324 cc

LS52 UELMOT history

LS52 UEL is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Dec 2002. Its MOT expired on 8 Dec 2025 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 143,909 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2024.

LS52 UEL black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Dec 2025
Mileage
143,909 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2024
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,362 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 UEL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,324 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
2 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 UEL was last recorded at 143,909 miles on 9 Dec 2024, 9,188 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
134,721 miles · 4 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
9,188 miles
Average per year
6,362 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 143,909 miles
  • 2023 – 134,721 miles
  • 2022 – 130,050 miles
  • 2021 – 122,526 miles
  • 2020 – 115,366 miles
  • 2019 – 108,853 miles
  • 2018 – 101,673 miles
  • 2017 – 93,794 miles
  • 2016 – 85,684 miles
  • 2015 – 78,340 miles
  • 2014 – 70,788 miles
  • 2013 – 63,605 miles
  • 2012 – 57,661 miles
  • 2011 – 53,323 miles
  • 2010 – 48,962 miles
  • 2009 – 44,349 miles
  • 2008 – 39,359 miles
  • 2007 – 34,145 miles
  • 2006 – 28,741 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,909 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Cover and shields fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 2 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,909 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    143,909 miles
    Test number
    210720579506
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail143,909 miles (+9,188)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,909 miles
    Test number
    746984428567
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass134,721 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    134,721 miles
    Test number
    996570941028
    • AdvisoryExhaust leak on joint.

  4. Fail134,721 miles (+4,671)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,721 miles
    Test number
    208103588391
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust leak on joint.

  5. Pass130,050 miles (+7,524)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    130,050 miles
    Test number
    959149937998
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass122,526 miles (+7,160)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    122,526 miles
    Test number
    220524995570
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  7. Pass115,366 miles (+6,513)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    115,366 miles
    Test number
    222661662245
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  8. Pass108,853 miles (+7,180)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    108,853 miles
    Test number
    294138507791
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  9. Pass101,673 miles (+7,879)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    101,673 miles
    Test number
    861728953841
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  10. Pass93,794 miles (+8,110)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    93,794 miles
    Test number
    610736980521
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  11. Pass85,684 miles (+7,344)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    85,684 miles
    Test number
    193581409202
    • AdvisoryCover and shields fitted

  12. Pass78,340 miles (+7,552)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    78,340 miles
    Test number
    994489455269
    • AdvisoryCover and shields fitted

  13. Pass70,788 miles (+7,183)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    70,788 miles
    Test number
    228287004353
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass63,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    63,605 miles
    Test number
    126321203350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail63,605 miles (+5,944)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,605 miles
    Test number
    919141003338
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass57,661 miles (+4,338)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    57,661 miles
    Test number
    105063402333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,323 miles (+4,361)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    53,323 miles
    Test number
    498954701322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,962 miles (+4,613)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    48,962 miles
    Test number
    621820310335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,349 miles (+4,990)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    44,349 miles
    Test number
    401421419402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,359 miles (+5,214)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    39,359 miles
    Test number
    203006608391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Pass34,145 miles (+5,404)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    34,145 miles
    Test number
    994791117338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    28,741 miles
    Test number
    441276406352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 UEL

Does LS52 UEL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS52 UEL expired on 8 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS52 UEL?
The MOT on LS52 UEL expired on 8 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS52 UEL done?
LS52 UEL was recorded at 143,909 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2024, an average of 6,362 miles a year.
Has LS52 UEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 UEL has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LS52 UEL 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 UEL find?
LS52 UEL passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2024 with 1 advisory: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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