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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LA51 AZOMOT history

LA51 AZO is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 19 Dec 2022 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 175,120 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2021.

LA51 AZO grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Dec 2022
Mileage
175,120 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2021
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,714 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 AZO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
11 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 AZO was last recorded at 175,120 miles on 20 Dec 2021, 205 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,915 miles · 15 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
205 miles
Average per year
8,714 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 175,120 miles
  • 2020 – 164,620 miles
  • 2019 – 148,235 miles
  • 2018 – 134,473 miles
  • 2017 – 123,333 miles
  • 2016 – 117,363 miles
  • 2015 – 111,302 miles
  • 2014 – 102,808 miles
  • 2013 – 94,915 miles
  • 2012 – 84,493 miles
  • 2011 – 75,441 miles
  • 2010 – 70,130 miles
  • 2009 – 64,552 miles
  • 2008 – 58,646 miles
  • 2007 – 50,006 miles
  • 2006 – 36,105 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,120 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,120 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    175,120 miles
    Test number
    731300016935
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Fail175,114 miles (+199)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,114 miles
    Test number
    554955167171
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Fail174,915 miles (+198)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,915 miles
    Test number
    916442297585
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail174,717 miles (+10,097)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,717 miles
    Test number
    972357348703
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass164,620 miles (+705)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    164,620 miles
    Test number
    158017503316
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail163,915 miles (+15,680)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,915 miles
    Test number
    274782164324
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass148,235 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    148,235 miles
    Test number
    260711391684
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail148,235 miles (+4,521)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,235 miles
    Test number
    997671168231
    • DangerousOffside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass143,714 miles (+9,241)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    143,714 miles
    Test number
    191295324433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass134,473 miles (+11,140)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    134,473 miles
    Test number
    208387613802
    • AdvisoryFront brake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust rubber mounts split
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber dust cover deteriated
    • AdvisoryNearside dipped beam slightly low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight brake bind borderline

  11. Pass123,333 miles (+5,970)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    123,333 miles
    Test number
    785512249311
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass117,363 miles (+81)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    117,363 miles
    Test number
    364907929380
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded main run (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded main run (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail117,282 miles (+5,980)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,282 miles
    Test number
    794066008873
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded main run (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded main run (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass111,302 miles (+8,494)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    111,302 miles
    Test number
    789046425096
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront exhaust mounting corroded

  15. Pass102,808 miles (+7,893)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    102,808 miles
    Test number
    727685124055
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Pass94,915 miles (+10,422)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    94,915 miles
    Test number
    108231933075
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear brake discs heavily worn.
    • NoteRear exhaust pipe heavily corroded.

  17. Pass84,493 miles (+9,052)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    84,493 miles
    Test number
    777110722004
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass75,441 miles (+5,311)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    75,441 miles
    Test number
    467233211007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,130 miles (+5,578)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    70,130 miles
    Test number
    300975020035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass64,552 miles (+5,906)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    64,552 miles
    Test number
    702260129047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass58,646 miles (+8,640)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    58,646 miles
    Test number
    770001228054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,006 miles (+13,901)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    50,006 miles
    Test number
    323108807053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    36,105 miles
    Test number
    204796106074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 AZO

Does LA51 AZO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 AZO expired on 19 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 AZO?
The MOT on LA51 AZO expired on 19 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 AZO done?
LA51 AZO was recorded at 175,120 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2021, an average of 8,714 miles a year.
Has LA51 AZO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 AZO has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LA51 AZO 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 LA51 AZO find?
LA51 AZO passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2021 with 4 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; rear coil spring corroded both sides, and 1 more.

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