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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,390 cc

LX52 KTEMOT history

LX52 KTE is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 29 Jun 2023 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 131,400 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jun 2022.

LX52 KTE silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 Jun 2023
Mileage
131,400 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2015
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
12,126 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 KTE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 KTE was last recorded at 131,400 miles on 23 Jun 2015, 12,399 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2014.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,001 miles · 18 Jul 2014
Between the last two tests
12,399 miles
Average per year
12,126 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2015 – 131,400 miles
  • 2014 – 119,001 miles
  • 2013 – 109,731 miles
  • 2012 – 97,078 miles
  • 2011 – 79,417 miles
  • 2010 – 64,925 miles
  • 2009 – 55,459 miles
  • 2008 – 39,131 miles
  • 2007 – 32,738 miles
  • 2006 – 26,388 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose cover (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryEPC light onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component where the pipe goes into steering rack (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. PassMileage not read1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    949831071860
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose cover (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEPC light on
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component where the pipe goes into steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. FailMileage not read2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    441834206622
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose cover (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEPC light on
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component where the pipe goes into steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. PassMileage not read1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    710090899720
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. FailMileage not read1 dangerous1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    512447520523
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. FailMileage not read1 dangerous4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    608414085778
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. PassMileage not read1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    644626265126
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOn dash epc light on ..
    • AdvisoryYellow oil light flashing

  7. FailMileage not read1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    366303551318
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOn dash epc light on ..
    • AdvisoryYellow oil light flashing

  8. PassMileage not read1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    864571956032
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear baby seat fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil weep engine

  9. FailMileage not read2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    638266002016
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear baby seat fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil weep engine

  10. PassMileage not read1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    862519338759
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. FailMileage not read1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    455190027627
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    678939229500
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear child seats fitted

  13. FailMileage not read2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    524472822282
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear child seats fitted

  14. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    602886624912
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. FailMileage not read3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    871991356937
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass131,400 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    131,400 miles
    Test number
    208724575125
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteTop brake light imop

  17. Fail131,400 miles (+12,399)2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,400 miles
    Test number
    467914975183
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteTop brake light imop

  18. Pass119,001 miles (+42)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    119,001 miles
    Test number
    498809194103
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine lamp on
    • NoteN/s/r child seat fitted

  19. Fail118,959 miles (+9,228)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,959 miles
    Test number
    219357394438
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine lamp on
    • NoteN/s/r child seat fitted

  20. Pass109,731 miles (+12,653)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    109,731 miles
    Test number
    526294613275
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteNsf washer jet lose

  21. Pass97,078 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    97,078 miles
    Test number
    858352002274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail97,072 miles (+17,655)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,072 miles
    Test number
    519721002270
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  23. Pass79,417 miles (+14,492)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    79,417 miles
    Test number
    986321661154
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar 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)
    • NoteSmall stone chips in windscreen.

  24. Pass64,925 miles (+9,466)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    64,925 miles
    Test number
    753122960171
    • NoteRear brakes binding very slighty both sides

  25. Pass55,459 miles (+16,328)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    55,459 miles
    Test number
    984797649269
    • NoteRear brakes binding

  26. Pass39,131 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    39,131 miles
    Test number
    520527558256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail39,131 miles (+6,393)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,131 miles
    Test number
    791717358246
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  28. Pass32,738 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    32,738 miles
    Test number
    824639297279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail32,738 miles (+6,350)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,738 miles
    Test number
    124489497291
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  30. Pass26,388 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    26,388 miles
    Test number
    344538996403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 KTE

Does LX52 KTE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX52 KTE expired on 29 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX52 KTE?
The MOT on LX52 KTE expired on 29 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX52 KTE done?
LX52 KTE was recorded at 131,400 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2015, an average of 12,126 miles a year.
Has LX52 KTE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 KTE has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on LX52 KTE 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 KTE find?
LX52 KTE passed its latest MOT on 28 Jun 2022 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front obligatory mirror slightly loose cover; epc light on; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 3 more.

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