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Black · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LS52 UFCMOT history

LS52 UFC is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Nov 2002. Its MOT expired on 12 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 157,057 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2023.

LS52 UFC black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Mar 2023
Mileage
157,057 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,918 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 UFC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
25 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS52 UFC was last recorded at 157,057 miles on 17 Feb 2023, 5,997 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Apr 2007: 42,126 miles, lower than 61,238 miles on 9 Dec 2006.
  • 5 Mar 2020: 145,122 miles, lower than 150,543 miles on 13 Mar 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
151,060 miles · 7 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
5,997 miles
Average per year
5,918 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 157,057 miles
  • 2022 – 151,060 miles
  • 2021 – 146,238 miles
  • 2020 – 145,122 miles
  • 2019 – 150,543 miles
  • 2018 – 135,843 miles
  • 2017 – 128,966 miles
  • 2016 – 125,303 miles
  • 2015 – 121,115 miles
  • 2014 – 114,257 miles
  • 2013 – 106,318 miles
  • 2012 – 93,267 miles
  • 2011 – 80,612 miles
  • 2010 – 70,172 miles
  • 2009 – 59,622 miles
  • 2008 – 50,762 miles
  • 2007 – 42,126 miles
  • 2006 – 61,238 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail157,057 miles
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to condition of discs (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to oil leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush mounting worn (5.3.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 9 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail157,057 miles (+5,997)10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,057 miles
    Test number
    543723217640
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to condition of discs (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to oil leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush mounting worn (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass151,060 miles (+42)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    151,060 miles
    Test number
    694360396123
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail151,018 miles (+4,780)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,018 miles
    Test number
    411377571484
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at cat (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass146,238 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    146,238 miles
    Test number
    135116983988
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail146,237 miles (+1,115)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,237 miles
    Test number
    383552504676
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass145,122 miles (-5,421)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    145,122 miles
    Test number
    906267758101
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass150,543 miles (+14,700)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    150,543 miles
    Test number
    191828171891
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass135,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    135,843 miles
    Test number
    565834542958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail135,842 miles (+6,876)1 failure3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,842 miles
    Test number
    407802878714
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  10. Pass128,966 miles (+3,663)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    128,966 miles
    Test number
    216473359444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass125,303 miles (+4,188)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    125,303 miles
    Test number
    874735129000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass121,115 miles (+6,858)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    121,115 miles
    Test number
    705079965068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass114,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    114,257 miles
    Test number
    567414714195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail114,257 miles (+7,939)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,257 miles
    Test number
    819403514182
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  15. Pass106,318 miles (+13,051)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    106,318 miles
    Test number
    116765613103
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteRear silencer starting to corrode

  16. Pass93,267 miles (+12,655)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    93,267 miles
    Test number
    937734812154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass80,612 miles (+10,440)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    80,612 miles
    Test number
    745047311165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail70,172 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,172 miles
    Test number
    603573410128
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  19. Pass70,172 miles (+10,550)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    70,172 miles
    Test number
    930263710193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,622 miles (+8,860)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    59,622 miles
    Test number
    674883919102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  21. Pass50,762 miles (+8,636)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    50,762 miles
    Test number
    263166018463
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass42,126 miles (-19,112)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    42,126 miles
    Test number
    554854017193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass61,238 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    61,238 miles
    Test number
    383803646366
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Fail61,238 miles3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,238 miles
    Test number
    782803046332
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LS52 UFC

Does LS52 UFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS52 UFC expired on 12 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS52 UFC?
The MOT on LS52 UFC expired on 12 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS52 UFC done?
LS52 UFC was recorded at 157,057 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2023, an average of 5,918 miles a year.
Has LS52 UFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 UFC has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LS52 UFC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 24 Apr 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS52 UFC find?
LS52 UFC failed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2023 with 10 major defects and 2 advisories: brake performance unable to be tested due to condition of discs; emissions unable to be completed due to oil leak; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush, and 9 more.

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