
Volkswagen Golf
Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,781 cc
LA51 HXZMOT history
LA51 HXZ is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 8 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2027 and it has passed 21 of 22 MOT tests, with 108,732 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 13 Nov 2027
- Mileage
- 108,732 mi
- At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
- MOT tests
- 22
- 21 passed · 1 failed
- Per year
- 4,293 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LA51 HXZ
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Golf
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,781 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2002
- First used
- 8 Jan 2002
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 13 Nov 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 20 Oct 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LA51 HXZ was last recorded at 108,732 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 4,867 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 103,865 miles · 16 Oct 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 4,867 miles
- Average per year
- 4,293 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 108,732 miles
- 2025 – 103,865 miles
- 2024 – 99,311 miles
- 2023 – 95,864 miles
- 2022 – 93,384 miles
- 2021 – 89,404 miles
- 2020 – 87,019 miles
- 2019 – 82,516 miles
- 2018 – 77,737 miles
- 2017 – 74,573 miles
- 2016 – 69,667 miles
- 2015 – 65,199 miles
- 2014 – 61,277 miles
- 2013 – 57,583 miles
- 2012 – 54,272 miles
- 2011 – 49,168 miles
- 2010 – 43,699 miles
- 2009 – 38,522 miles
- 2008 – 33,733 miles
- 2007 – 26,813 miles
- 2006 – 19,691 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface is corroded and in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface is corroded and in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022
Full MOT history
22 tests since 23 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass108,732 miles (+4,867)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2027
- Odometer
- 108,732 miles
- Test number
- 637431626046
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface is corroded and in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface is corroded and in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Pass103,865 miles (+4,554)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2026
- Odometer
- 103,865 miles
- Test number
- 237582229952
- AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface is corroded and in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface is corroded and in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass99,311 miles (+3,447)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2025
- Odometer
- 99,311 miles
- Test number
- 434974252923
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface is corroded and in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface is corroded and in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass95,864 miles (+2,480)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2024
- Odometer
- 95,864 miles
- Test number
- 418995084006
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides rear brake discs inner surfaces corroded & in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass93,384 miles (+3,980)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 93,384 miles
- Test number
- 516478152724
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides rear brake discs inner surfaces in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass89,404 miles (+2,385)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2022
- Odometer
- 89,404 miles
- Test number
- 784796326433
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides rear brake discs inner surfaces in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass87,019 miles (+4,503)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 87,019 miles
- Test number
- 255849050068
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass82,516 miles (+4,779)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 82,516 miles
- Test number
- 657621074138
- MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge sidewall perished as well (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge sidewall perished as well (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surfaces are corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass77,737 miles (+3,164)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 May 2019
- Odometer
- 77,737 miles
- Test number
- 634280028137
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 michelin (4.1.E.1)
Pass74,573 miles (+153)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 9 May 2018
- Odometer
- 74,573 miles
- Test number
- 358007109072
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail74,420 miles (+4,753)1 dangerous2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 74,420 miles
- Test number
- 610825199083
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass69,667 miles (+4,468)
- MOT expiry
- 20 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 69,667 miles
- Test number
- 244055551746
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass65,199 miles (+3,922)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2016
- Odometer
- 65,199 miles
- Test number
- 167888875057
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass61,277 miles (+3,694)3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2015
- Odometer
- 61,277 miles
- Test number
- 269736174081
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- NoteMovemement at macpherson strut top mounts when the suspension is hanging free -both sides front
- NoteMovement detected at both sides front lower suspension arms rear bushes not considered to be excessive
Pass57,583 miles (+3,311)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2014
- Odometer
- 57,583 miles
- Test number
- 156023473041
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass54,272 miles (+5,104)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 54,272 miles
- Test number
- 185817272096
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass49,168 miles (+5,469)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2012
- Odometer
- 49,168 miles
- Test number
- 307005871014
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass43,699 miles (+5,177)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2011
- Odometer
- 43,699 miles
- Test number
- 831689170083
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass38,522 miles (+4,789)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 11 Mar 2010
- Odometer
- 38,522 miles
- Test number
- 142391779465
- NoteStrong advice n/s/r tyre wearing close to limit of 1,6mm
Pass33,733 miles (+6,920)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 7 Mar 2009
- Odometer
- 33,733 miles
- Test number
- 754848668015
- NoteBoth front tyres wearing low
- NoteRear brake pads starting to wear low
Pass26,813 miles (+7,122)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jan 2008
- Odometer
- 26,813 miles
- Test number
- 292996517091
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass19,691 miles
- MOT expiry
- 22 Jan 2007
- Odometer
- 19,691 miles
- Test number
- 960033526042
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LA51 HXZ
- Does LA51 HXZ currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 HXZ is valid until 13 Nov 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LA51 HXZ?
- The MOT on LA51 HXZ is valid until 13 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LA51 HXZ done?
- LA51 HXZ was recorded at 108,732 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 4,293 miles a year.
- Has LA51 HXZ ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LA51 HXZ has failed 1 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2017.
- Has the mileage on LA51 HXZ 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 HXZ find?
- LA51 HXZ passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface is corroded and in poor condition; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 3 more.
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