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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,984 cc

LA51 AZWMOT history

LA51 AZW is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 9 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 22 MOT tests, with 69,845 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2025.

LA51 AZW silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Dec 2026
Mileage
69,845 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
21 passed · 1 failed
Per year
2,393 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 AZW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
10 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 AZW was last recorded at 69,845 miles on 11 Nov 2025, 653 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
69,192 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
653 miles
Average per year
2,393 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 69,845 miles
  • 2024 – 69,192 miles
  • 2023 – 68,357 miles
  • 2022 – 67,307 miles
  • 2021 – 66,403 miles
  • 2020 – 65,443 miles
  • 2019 – 64,337 miles
  • 2018 – 63,023 miles
  • 2017 – 61,987 miles
  • 2016 – 60,673 miles
  • 2015 – 58,510 miles
  • 2014 – 55,702 miles
  • 2013 – 51,770 miles
  • 2012 – 48,569 miles
  • 2011 – 45,961 miles
  • 2010 – 41,995 miles
  • 2009 – 38,349 miles
  • 2008 – 34,738 miles
  • 2007 – 31,206 miles
  • 2006 – 26,401 miles
  • 2005 – 22,292 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,845 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,845 miles (+653)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    69,845 miles
    Test number
    845515970664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass69,192 miles (+835)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    69,192 miles
    Test number
    402767711137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower side light not working
  3. Pass68,357 miles (+1,050)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    68,357 miles
    Test number
    754851220127
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower side light inoperative
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror casing loose
  4. Pass67,307 miles (+904)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    67,307 miles
    Test number
    245651218749
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension top mount has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension top mount has slight play
    • AdvisorySlight gear box oil leak
  5. Pass66,403 miles (+960)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    66,403 miles
    Test number
    931886385605
    • AdvisoryRear outer brake pads approx 75% worn . i cant see inner pads
  6. Pass65,443 miles (+1,106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    65,443 miles
    Test number
    238513038236
    • AdvisoryFront tyres 3mm center / worn down on inner edge
  7. Pass64,337 miles (+1,314)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    64,337 miles
    Test number
    882089981081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass63,023 miles (+1,036)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    63,023 miles
    Test number
    805968128157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass61,987 miles (+1,314)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    61,987 miles
    Test number
    826218550340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass60,673 miles (+2,163)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    60,673 miles
    Test number
    311143223253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,510 miles (+2,808)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    58,510 miles
    Test number
    344182018869
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock absorber - light misting of oil
    • AdvisoryOffside no plate lamp cracked cover
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edges
  12. Pass55,702 miles (+3,932)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    55,702 miles
    Test number
    848961954372
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteTyre Size 195/65VR15
  13. Pass51,770 miles (+3,201)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    51,770 miles
    Test number
    979395743369
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  14. Pass48,569 miles (+2,608)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    48,569 miles
    Test number
    917072062352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,961 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    45,961 miles
    Test number
    415633161459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  16. Fail45,961 miles (+3,966)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,961 miles
    Test number
    435503161404
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  17. Pass41,995 miles (+3,646)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    41,995 miles
    Test number
    802223960303
    • NoteAlot of hand brake travel
  18. Pass38,349 miles (+3,611)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    38,349 miles
    Test number
    803834469304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,738 miles (+3,532)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    34,738 miles
    Test number
    531566268318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,206 miles (+4,805)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    31,206 miles
    Test number
    173231467341
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  21. Pass26,401 miles (+4,109)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    26,401 miles
    Test number
    304193066349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    22,292 miles
    Test number
    524612665311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 AZW

Does LA51 AZW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 AZW is valid until 9 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LA51 AZW?
The MOT on LA51 AZW is valid until 9 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 AZW done?
LA51 AZW was recorded at 69,845 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2025, an average of 2,393 miles a year.
Has LA51 AZW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 AZW has failed 1 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Dec 2011.
Has the mileage on LA51 AZW 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 AZW find?
LA51 AZW passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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