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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LS52 UGCMOT history

LS52 UGC is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Nov 2002. Its MOT expired on 26 Sept 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 167,383 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Sept 2025.

LS52 UGC silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Sept 2026
Mileage
167,383 mi
At MOT on 27 Sept 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,522 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 UGC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
18 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 UGC was last recorded at 167,383 miles on 27 Sept 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,383 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,522 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 167,383 miles
  • 2024 – 162,424 miles
  • 2023 – 154,157 miles
  • 2022 – 143,005 miles
  • 2021 – 131,249 miles
  • 2020 – 123,130 miles
  • 2019 – 113,037 miles
  • 2018 – 104,523 miles
  • 2017 – 102,091 miles
  • 2016 – 100,043 miles
  • 2015 – 98,447 miles
  • 2014 – 96,892 miles
  • 2013 – 94,879 miles
  • 2012 – 92,228 miles
  • 2010 – 80,869 miles
  • 2009 – 72,393 miles
  • 2008 – 63,433 miles
  • 2007 – 53,789 miles
  • 2006 – 39,430 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,383 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (175/80/14)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (175/80/14)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,383 miles1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    167,383 miles
    Test number
    639344163274
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail167,383 miles (+4,959)2 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,383 miles
    Test number
    862410238950
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass162,424 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    162,424 miles
    Test number
    722714925577
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail162,418 miles (+8,261)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,418 miles
    Test number
    513497548507
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass154,157 miles (+11,152)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    154,157 miles
    Test number
    361917153918
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Nearside & Offside
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass143,005 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    143,005 miles
    Test number
    872173519412
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (175/80/14) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (175/80/14) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside front top mount has slight play

  7. Fail143,005 miles (+11,756)2 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,005 miles
    Test number
    852741233319
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel spongy (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (175/80/14) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (175/80/14) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside front top mount has slight play

  8. Pass131,249 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    131,249 miles
    Test number
    941873899471
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail131,249 miles (+8,119)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,249 miles
    Test number
    565383114237
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass123,130 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    123,130 miles
    Test number
    121411031592
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail123,130 miles (+10,093)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,130 miles
    Test number
    921140955022
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass113,037 miles (+8,514)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    113,037 miles
    Test number
    566538800742
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end and or rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play rack end and or rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass104,523 miles (+17)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    104,523 miles
    Test number
    141129555195
    • MinorHorn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

  14. Fail104,506 miles (+2,415)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,506 miles
    Test number
    783838360235
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

  15. Pass102,091 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    102,091 miles
    Test number
    874555867001
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering arms
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end gaitors split
    • AdvisoryWipers not clearing very well

  16. Fail102,090 miles (+2,047)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,090 miles
    Test number
    829584175836
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering arms
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end gaitors split
    • AdvisoryWipers not clearing very well

  17. Pass100,043 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    100,043 miles
    Test number
    484682411071
    • AdvisoryFront lower balljoint bolts incorrectly fitted
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering arms

  18. Fail100,043 miles (+1,596)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,043 miles
    Test number
    738923234371
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • 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 lower balljoint bolts incorrectly fitted
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering arms

  19. Pass98,447 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    98,447 miles
    Test number
    630715857657
    • AdvisoryFront discs corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak evident
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s steering arm

  20. Fail98,446 miles (+1,554)9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,446 miles
    Test number
    904229815172
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryFront discs corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/f lower arm rear bush weak
    • AdvisoryOil leak evident
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s steering arm

  21. Pass96,892 miles (+2,013)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    96,892 miles
    Test number
    497061784228
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  22. Pass94,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    94,879 miles
    Test number
    908514983223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail94,879 miles (+2,651)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,879 miles
    Test number
    435624783204
    • FailureOffside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

  24. Pass92,228 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    92,228 miles
    Test number
    559589412327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail92,228 miles (+11,359)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,228 miles
    Test number
    188615912366
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront exhaust bracket broken

  26. Pass80,869 miles (+8,476)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    80,869 miles
    Test number
    164289420026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass72,393 miles (+8,960)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    72,393 miles
    Test number
    374941549053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass63,433 miles (+9,644)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    63,433 miles
    Test number
    574192548027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass53,789 miles (+14,359)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    53,789 miles
    Test number
    151784247401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass39,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    39,430 miles
    Test number
    462814346039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 UGC

Does LS52 UGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS52 UGC expired on 26 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS52 UGC?
The MOT on LS52 UGC expired on 26 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS52 UGC done?
LS52 UGC was recorded at 167,383 miles at its MOT on 27 Sept 2025, an average of 6,522 miles a year.
Has LS52 UGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 UGC has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LS52 UGC 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 UGC find?
LS52 UGC passed its latest MOT on 27 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering rack, and 10 more.

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