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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

LA51 ETZMOT history

LA51 ETZ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 25 May 2023 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 113,586 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2022.

LA51 ETZ silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 May 2023
Mileage
113,586 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2022
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,021 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 ETZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
21 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 May 2023
Latest MOT test
26 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 ETZ was last recorded at 113,586 miles on 26 May 2022, 8,269 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,317 miles · 25 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
8,269 miles
Average per year
6,021 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 113,586 miles
  • 2021 – 105,317 miles
  • 2020 – 101,349 miles
  • 2019 – 90,744 miles
  • 2018 – 90,467 miles
  • 2017 – 80,905 miles
  • 2016 – 73,478 miles
  • 2015 – 68,182 miles
  • 2014 – 64,236 miles
  • 2013 – 58,852 miles
  • 2012 – 50,519 miles
  • 2011 – 41,540 miles
  • 2010 – 37,779 miles
  • 2009 – 33,627 miles
  • 2008 – 29,194 miles
  • 2007 – 25,373 miles
  • 2006 – 19,120 miles
  • 2005 – 14,196 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,586 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre Worn On Inner Edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass113,586 miles (+8,269)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    113,586 miles
    Test number
    725301270111
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass105,317 miles (+3,968)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    105,317 miles
    Test number
    984723433210
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass101,349 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    101,349 miles
    Test number
    785503800116
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre Worn On Inner Edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail101,331 miles (+10,587)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,331 miles
    Test number
    537401815338
    • MajorNearside Brake cable knotted (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Front And Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 26% Imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre Worn On Inner Edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass90,744 miles (+277)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    90,744 miles
    Test number
    242241116319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail90,467 miles (+9,562)2 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,467 miles
    Test number
    387098761216
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/80/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak leaking from sleeve (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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 Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass80,905 miles (+7,427)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    80,905 miles
    Test number
    217933550621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,478 miles (+5,296)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    73,478 miles
    Test number
    825243776802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass68,182 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    68,182 miles
    Test number
    805127418680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail68,176 miles (+3,940)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,176 miles
    Test number
    897736272377
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass64,236 miles (+5,384)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    64,236 miles
    Test number
    606542554373
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass58,852 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    58,852 miles
    Test number
    395706143343
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront wiper blades smearing slightly.
    • NoteHandbrake lever slight side movement.
    • NoteNearside front tyre - 3mm.

  13. Fail58,852 miles (+8,333)3 repaired5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,852 miles
    Test number
    907826243382
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront wiper blades smearing slightly.
    • NoteHandbrake lever slight side movement.
    • NoteNearside front tyre - 3mm.

  14. Pass50,519 miles (+8,979)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    50,519 miles
    Test number
    997569252343
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass41,540 miles (+3,761)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    41,540 miles
    Test number
    876011641329
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  16. Pass37,779 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    37,779 miles
    Test number
    483952940372
    • NoteFront and rear number plates slightly deteriorated

  17. Fail37,779 miles (+4,152)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,779 miles
    Test number
    840312540399
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteFront and rear number plates slightly deteriorated
    • NoteFront wipers smearing

  18. Pass33,627 miles (+4,433)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    33,627 miles
    Test number
    114238649309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,194 miles (+3,821)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    29,194 miles
    Test number
    772665848375
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass25,373 miles (+6,253)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    25,373 miles
    Test number
    150166747399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,120 miles (+4,924)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    19,120 miles
    Test number
    133692956334
    • NoteNear side front tyre sidewall slightly damaged but cannot see cords.

  22. Pass14,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    14,196 miles
    Test number
    884056325340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 ETZ

Does LA51 ETZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 ETZ expired on 25 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 ETZ?
The MOT on LA51 ETZ expired on 25 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 ETZ done?
LA51 ETZ was recorded at 113,586 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2022, an average of 6,021 miles a year.
Has LA51 ETZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 ETZ has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2020.
Has the mileage on LA51 ETZ 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 ETZ find?
LA51 ETZ passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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