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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

LA51 DLXMOT history

LA51 DLX is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 113,975 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2026.

LA51 DLX silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jul 2027
Mileage
113,975 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,985 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 DLX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 DLX was last recorded at 113,975 miles on 22 Jul 2026, 12,326 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,649 miles · 16 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
12,326 miles
Average per year
2,985 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,975 miles
  • 2025 – 101,649 miles
  • 2024 – 90,712 miles
  • 2023 – 79,652 miles
  • 2013 – 79,250 miles
  • 2012 – 75,678 miles
  • 2011 – 72,386 miles
  • 2010 – 68,990 miles
  • 2009 – 67,026 miles
  • 2007 – 59,523 miles
  • 2006 – 53,224 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,975 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

16 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,975 miles (+12,326)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    113,975 miles
    Test number
    336565080031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass101,649 miles (+10,937)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    101,649 miles
    Test number
    592833063243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass90,712 miles (+11,060)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    90,712 miles
    Test number
    542059788202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass79,652 miles (+402)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    79,652 miles
    Test number
    161132209467
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass79,250 miles7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    79,250 miles
    Test number
    718753333217
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine Management light staying on
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  6. Fail79,250 miles (+21)5 dangerous1 failure7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,250 miles
    Test number
    166802523265
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine Management light staying on
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteProp-shaft flange bolt(s) loose/missing
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  7. Fail79,229 miles (+3,551)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,229 miles
    Test number
    346133493132
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  8. Pass75,678 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    75,678 miles
    Test number
    135342592136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail75,675 miles (+3,289)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,675 miles
    Test number
    938211992178
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass72,386 miles (+3,396)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    72,386 miles
    Test number
    559719961196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    68,990 miles
    Test number
    384288360114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail68,990 miles (+1,964)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,990 miles
    Test number
    613138650193
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  13. Pass67,026 miles (+7,503)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    67,026 miles
    Test number
    954743099099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,523 miles (+6,299)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    59,523 miles
    Test number
    884925047188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    53,224 miles
    Test number
    282575176047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail53,224 miles3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,224 miles
    Test number
    784955876061
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSome wear in front brake discs

Questions about LA51 DLX

Does LA51 DLX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 DLX is valid until 21 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 DLX?
The MOT on LA51 DLX is valid until 21 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 DLX done?
LA51 DLX was recorded at 113,975 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2026, an average of 2,985 miles a year.
Has LA51 DLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 DLX has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2013.
Has the mileage on LA51 DLX 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 DLX find?
LA51 DLX passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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