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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LT52 EMFMOT history

LT52 EMF is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 13 Feb 2025 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 179,938 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2024.

LT52 EMF blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 13 Feb 2025
Mileage
179,938 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2024
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,670 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT52 EMF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
24 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT52 EMF was last recorded at 179,938 miles on 14 Feb 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,938 miles · 13 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,670 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 179,938 miles
  • 2023 – 175,985 miles
  • 2022 – 165,618 miles
  • 2021 – 164,583 miles
  • 2020 – 158,830 miles
  • 2019 – 151,431 miles
  • 2017 – 144,707 miles
  • 2016 – 141,158 miles
  • 2015 – 133,876 miles
  • 2014 – 125,531 miles
  • 2013 – 117,027 miles
  • 2012 – 110,551 miles
  • 2011 – 101,044 miles
  • 2010 – 95,511 miles
  • 2009 – 87,273 miles
  • 2008 – 75,553 miles
  • 2007 – 56,653 miles
  • 2006 – 41,818 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,938 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 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass179,938 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    179,938 miles
    Test number
    281173619147
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail179,938 miles (+3,953)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,938 miles
    Test number
    308531330189
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass175,985 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    175,985 miles
    Test number
    649792034626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail175,960 miles (+10,342)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,960 miles
    Test number
    799216967725
    • MajorExhaust system insecure back box (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass165,618 miles (+1,035)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    165,618 miles
    Test number
    118391876088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail164,583 miles (+5,753)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,583 miles
    Test number
    809316019687
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass158,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    158,830 miles
    Test number
    933552642748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail158,830 miles (+7,399)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,830 miles
    Test number
    463021481605
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass151,431 miles (+6,724)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    151,431 miles
    Test number
    691805385720
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass144,707 miles (+3,549)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    144,707 miles
    Test number
    975171098379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass141,158 miles (+7,282)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    141,158 miles
    Test number
    991205399027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass133,876 miles (+8,345)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    133,876 miles
    Test number
    655607831726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass125,531 miles (+8,504)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    125,531 miles
    Test number
    999386684204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass117,027 miles (+6,476)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    117,027 miles
    Test number
    656473083248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass110,551 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    110,551 miles
    Test number
    335018262220
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail110,551 miles (+9,507)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,551 miles
    Test number
    818788462271
    • Repaired at testFront Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass101,044 miles (+5,533)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    101,044 miles
    Test number
    596927781244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass95,511 miles (+8,238)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    95,511 miles
    Test number
    634212990282
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront brake discs heavily pitted on inner surface.....Single crack in offside door mirror

  19. Pass87,273 miles (+11,720)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    87,273 miles
    Test number
    103975189287
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteInner face off f discs correded
    • NoteO/s headlight holed by high beam
    • NoteO/s mirror cap poor /crack in mirror glass

  20. Pass75,553 miles (+140)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    75,553 miles
    Test number
    474248778144
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  21. Fail75,413 miles (+18,760)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,413 miles
    Test number
    592929768191
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  22. Pass56,653 miles (+606)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    56,653 miles
    Test number
    924289577087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail56,047 miles (+14,229)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,047 miles
    Test number
    613386067062
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  24. Pass41,818 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    41,818 miles
    Test number
    122372346451
    • 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)

Questions about LT52 EMF

Does LT52 EMF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LT52 EMF expired on 13 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LT52 EMF?
The MOT on LT52 EMF expired on 13 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LT52 EMF done?
LT52 EMF was recorded at 179,938 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2024, an average of 7,670 miles a year.
Has LT52 EMF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT52 EMF has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LT52 EMF 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 LT52 EMF find?
LT52 EMF passed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair., and 1 more.

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