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Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 1,984 cc

LS52 WCNMOT history

LS52 WCN is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 116,438 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

LS52 WCN silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
116,438 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,290 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 WCN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
21 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 WCN was last recorded at 116,438 miles on 7 May 2026, 2,361 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,077 miles · 7 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,361 miles
Average per year
4,290 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,438 miles
  • 2025 – 114,077 miles
  • 2024 – 110,583 miles
  • 2023 – 106,842 miles
  • 2022 – 103,726 miles
  • 2021 – 100,736 miles
  • 2020 – 97,879 miles
  • 2019 – 93,928 miles
  • 2018 – 90,784 miles
  • 2016 – 86,619 miles
  • 2015 – 83,275 miles
  • 2014 – 79,119 miles
  • 2013 – 73,198 miles
  • 2012 – 70,796 miles
  • 2011 – 66,881 miles
  • 2010 – 62,508 miles
  • 2009 – 54,816 miles
  • 2008 – 46,149 miles
  • 2007 – 36,387 miles
  • 2006 – 30,753 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,438 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

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

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 17 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    116,438 miles
    Test number
    489482142738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail116,438 miles (+2,361)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,438 miles
    Test number
    621152069729
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  3. Pass114,077 miles (+3,494)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    114,077 miles
    Test number
    847363482872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass110,583 miles (+60)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2025
    Odometer
    110,583 miles
    Test number
    755521862616
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Fail110,523 miles (+3,681)3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,523 miles
    Test number
    315213529346
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  6. Pass106,842 miles (+3,116)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2024
    Odometer
    106,842 miles
    Test number
    206189465898
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust mounting deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass103,726 miles (+2,990)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2023
    Odometer
    103,726 miles
    Test number
    630902034757
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass100,736 miles (+2,857)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    100,736 miles
    Test number
    460385010812
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight impact damage to subframe
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  9. Pass97,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    97,879 miles
    Test number
    426557827107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail97,879 miles (+3,951)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,879 miles
    Test number
    972520986923
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  11. Pass93,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    93,928 miles
    Test number
    413910733296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail93,928 miles (+3,144)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,928 miles
    Test number
    901165190264
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass90,784 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    90,784 miles
    Test number
    699429392005
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront tyres perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perished (4.1.E.1)
  14. Fail90,784 miles (+4,165)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,784 miles
    Test number
    670111610980
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront tyres perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perished (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass86,619 miles (+3,344)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    86,619 miles
    Test number
    135343434387
    • AdvisoryEM light is on
    • AdvisoryEM light is on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
  16. Pass83,275 miles (+4,156)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    83,275 miles
    Test number
    610656477875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,119 miles (+4,311)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    79,119 miles
    Test number
    459692944497
    • NoteChild seat fitted to nearside rear
  18. Pass74,808 miles (+1,610)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    74,808 miles
    Test number
    498206904068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass73,198 miles (+2,402)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    73,198 miles
    Test number
    795961553103
    • NoteFlexible exhaust joint starting to blow.
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded.
    • NoteRear sections of main metal brake pipes and radius arm metal brake pipes starting to corrode.
  20. Pass70,796 miles (+3,915)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    70,796 miles
    Test number
    657628852197
    • NoteBoth rear brake dises corroding
  21. Pass66,881 miles (+4,373)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    66,881 miles
    Test number
    745078251131
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting bracket broken
  22. Pass62,508 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    62,508 miles
    Test number
    714988850167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail62,508 miles (+21)13 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,508 miles
    Test number
    603975350194
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  24. Fail62,487 miles (+7,671)5 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,487 miles
    Test number
    314988420049
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBOTH FRONT VENTED DISCS WORN/LIPPED
    • NoteN/S/F DOOR MIRROR CRACKED GLASS
    • NoteN/S/F OUTER SILL DAMAGED
  25. Pass54,816 miles (+8,667)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    54,816 miles
    Test number
    680014719091
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
  26. Pass46,149 miles (+9,762)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    46,149 miles
    Test number
    710475318066
    • NoteDamage to offside outer sill
    • NotePassengers door mirror glass damaged
  27. Pass36,387 miles (+5,634)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    36,387 miles
    Test number
    762782127062
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  28. Pass30,753 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    30,753 miles
    Test number
    952277036104
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS52 WCN

Does LS52 WCN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS52 WCN is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS52 WCN?
The MOT on LS52 WCN is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS52 WCN done?
LS52 WCN was recorded at 116,438 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 4,290 miles a year.
Has LS52 WCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 WCN has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LS52 WCN 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 WCN find?
LS52 WCN passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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