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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 2,792 cc

LX52 HFPMOT history

LX52 HFP is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 30 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 108,665 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2024.

LX52 HFP black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 Aug 2025
Mileage
108,665 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,161 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 HFP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,792 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 HFP was last recorded at 108,665 miles on 24 Aug 2024, 1,393 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,272 miles · 12 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
1,393 miles
Average per year
4,161 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 108,665 miles
  • 2023 – 107,272 miles
  • 2022 – 104,504 miles
  • 2021 – 101,831 miles
  • 2020 – 100,057 miles
  • 2019 – 98,019 miles
  • 2018 – 92,585 miles
  • 2017 – 88,916 miles
  • 2016 – 85,911 miles
  • 2015 – 82,559 miles
  • 2014 – 79,900 miles
  • 2013 – 76,602 miles
  • 2012 – 71,085 miles
  • 2011 – 63,195 miles
  • 2009 – 48,987 miles
  • 2008 – 44,091 miles
  • 2007 – 43,183 miles
  • 2006 – 33,390 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,665 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

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 Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass108,665 miles (+1,393)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    108,665 miles
    Test number
    186182697848
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass107,272 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    107,272 miles
    Test number
    812209163226
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail107,269 miles (+2,765)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,269 miles
    Test number
    288655798860
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass104,504 miles (+2,673)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    104,504 miles
    Test number
    192776296854
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass101,831 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    101,831 miles
    Test number
    891503568492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail101,831 miles (+1,774)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,831 miles
    Test number
    698873575565
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass100,057 miles (+2,038)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    100,057 miles
    Test number
    217129442361
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass98,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    98,019 miles
    Test number
    416677595273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail98,019 miles (+5,434)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,019 miles
    Test number
    669301356654
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

  10. Pass92,585 miles (+3,669)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    92,585 miles
    Test number
    930941480347
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass88,916 miles (+3,005)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    88,916 miles
    Test number
    105473959759
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play inner rack arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play inner rack arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass85,911 miles (+3,352)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    85,911 miles
    Test number
    358750840026
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play inner rack arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play inner rack arm (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass82,559 miles (+2,659)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    82,559 miles
    Test number
    356546995178
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass79,900 miles (+3,298)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    79,900 miles
    Test number
    926893804247
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass76,602 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    76,602 miles
    Test number
    975304803223
    • AdvisoryFront Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Fail76,602 miles (+5,517)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,602 miles
    Test number
    159184503240
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass71,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    71,085 miles
    Test number
    359501502464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail71,085 miles (+7,890)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,085 miles
    Test number
    195621202240
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  19. Pass63,195 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    63,195 miles
    Test number
    235359191422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail63,186 miles (+14,199)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,186 miles
    Test number
    299955191480
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass48,987 miles (+4,896)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    48,987 miles
    Test number
    280906619250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,091 miles (+908)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    44,091 miles
    Test number
    650436828217
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)

  23. Pass43,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    43,183 miles
    Test number
    573574807248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail43,183 miles (+9,793)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,183 miles
    Test number
    194054007266
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside front inner CV Boot insecure

  25. Pass33,390 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    33,390 miles
    Test number
    512643306237
    • NoteBoth front tyers low on inner edge
    • NoteSlit in near side front tyre

Questions about LX52 HFP

Does LX52 HFP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX52 HFP expired on 30 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX52 HFP?
The MOT on LX52 HFP expired on 30 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX52 HFP done?
LX52 HFP was recorded at 108,665 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2024, an average of 4,161 miles a year.
Has LX52 HFP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 HFP has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LX52 HFP 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 LX52 HFP find?
LX52 HFP passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2024 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel; nearside front sub-frame is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced, and 3 more.

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