Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Golf

Red · Diesel · 2000 · 1,896 cc

X52 NJWMOT history

X52 NJW is a red diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 12 Feb 2025 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 190,053 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2025.

X52 NJW red Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Feb 2025
Mileage
190,053 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,704 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for X52 NJW in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
X52 NJW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
7 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
7 May 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

X52 NJW was last recorded at 190,053 miles on 7 May 2025, 5,425 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,628 miles · 1 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
5,425 miles
Average per year
4,704 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 190,053 miles
  • 2024 – 184,628 miles
  • 2023 – 181,346 miles
  • 2022 – 178,409 miles
  • 2021 – 175,918 miles
  • 2020 – 173,273 miles
  • 2019 – 169,846 miles
  • 2018 – 165,715 miles
  • 2017 – 160,938 miles
  • 2016 – 154,951 miles
  • 2015 – 149,730 miles
  • 2014 – 144,033 miles
  • 2013 – 139,382 miles
  • 2012 – 133,911 miles
  • 2011 – 129,214 miles
  • 2010 – 122,891 miles
  • 2008 – 115,870 miles
  • 2007 – 108,316 miles
  • 2006 – 103,428 miles
  • 2005 – 98,302 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail190,053 miles
  • DangerousExhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board front flexible joint (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working some times (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail by subframe bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced front part of sill flange (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2017
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Engine/under trays fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 4 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail190,053 miles (+5,425)3 dangerous9 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,053 miles
    Test number
    874939652652
    • DangerousExhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board front flexible joint (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working some times (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail by subframe bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced front part of sill flange (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass184,628 miles (+43)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    184,628 miles
    Test number
    838912131691
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail184,585 miles (+3,239)1 dangerous2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,585 miles
    Test number
    671457010959
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass181,346 miles (+68)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    181,346 miles
    Test number
    242939984842
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive [corroded drain hole] (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail181,278 miles (+2,869)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,278 miles
    Test number
    485872768539
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (corroded drain hole) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass178,409 miles (+2,491)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    178,409 miles
    Test number
    740785494507
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass175,918 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    175,918 miles
    Test number
    682815454553
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail175,918 miles (+2,645)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,918 miles
    Test number
    162333080325
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass173,273 miles (+3,427)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    173,273 miles
    Test number
    803026812255
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass169,846 miles (+71)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    169,846 miles
    Test number
    267778031195
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all front/rear brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all rear hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine/under trays fitted

  11. Fail169,775 miles (+4,060)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,775 miles
    Test number
    907288563844
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all front/rear brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all rear hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine/under trays fitted

  12. Pass165,715 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    165,715 miles
    Test number
    209417246900
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all front/rear discs (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail165,715 miles (+4,777)1 dangerous2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,715 miles
    Test number
    304152233009
    • DangerousNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all front/rear discs (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass160,938 miles (+5,987)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    160,938 miles
    Test number
    771454582139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass154,951 miles (+150)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    154,951 miles
    Test number
    379331934714
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine/under trays fitted
    • AdvisorySome play in inner rack joints

  16. Fail154,801 miles (+5,071)4 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,801 miles
    Test number
    179638536136
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • DangerousOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine/under trays fitted
    • AdvisorySome play in inner rack joints

  17. Pass149,730 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    149,730 miles
    Test number
    736017025047
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail149,730 miles (+5,697)2 dangerous4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,730 miles
    Test number
    367541425061
    • DangerousOffside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass144,033 miles (+4,651)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    144,033 miles
    Test number
    877704314018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteBrake pipes above fuel tank not checked

  20. Pass139,382 miles (+5,471)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    139,382 miles
    Test number
    339511613093
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pipes above fuel tank not checked

  21. Pass133,911 miles (+47)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    133,911 miles
    Test number
    428569112080
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  22. Fail133,864 miles (+4,650)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,864 miles
    Test number
    696117712077
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  23. Pass129,214 miles (+6,323)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    129,214 miles
    Test number
    795628021033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass122,891 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    122,891 miles
    Test number
    753003530004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail122,851 miles (+6,981)4 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,851 miles
    Test number
    133517720449
    • DangerousNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • DangerousNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • DangerousOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • DangerousOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  26. Pass115,870 miles (+7,554)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    115,870 miles
    Test number
    982546428363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass108,316 miles (+4,888)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    108,316 miles
    Test number
    243835907368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass103,428 miles (+5,126)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    103,428 miles
    Test number
    582507806348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass98,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    98,302 miles
    Test number
    460408005395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail98,302 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,302 miles
    Test number
    514178405373
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about X52 NJW

Does X52 NJW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X52 NJW expired on 12 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X52 NJW?
The MOT on X52 NJW expired on 12 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X52 NJW done?
X52 NJW was recorded at 190,053 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2025, an average of 4,704 miles a year.
Has X52 NJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X52 NJW has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2025.
Has the mileage on X52 NJW 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 X52 NJW find?
X52 NJW failed its latest MOT on 7 May 2025 with 3 dangerous defects, 9 major defects, 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board front flexible joint; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; stop lamp(s) all not working some times, and 14 more.

Related registrations

Browse all X52 registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.