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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,595 cc

LA51 KXZMOT history

LA51 KXZ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 21 Jan 2022 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 123,869 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2022.

LA51 KXZ blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 21 Jan 2022
Mileage
123,869 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,651 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 KXZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
11 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LA51 KXZ was last recorded at 123,869 miles on 28 Jan 2022, 5,335 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,534 miles · 22 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
5,335 miles
Average per year
5,651 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 123,869 miles
  • 2021 – 118,534 miles
  • 2019 – 112,066 miles
  • 2018 – 106,220 miles
  • 2017 – 101,667 miles
  • 2016 – 97,503 miles
  • 2015 – 93,593 miles
  • 2014 – 83,044 miles
  • 2013 – 77,719 miles
  • 2012 – 74,018 miles
  • 2011 – 68,246 miles
  • 2010 – 63,092 miles
  • 2009 – 58,406 miles
  • 2008 – 51,827 miles
  • 2007 – 43,348 miles
  • 2006 – 33,235 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail123,869 miles
  • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside door mirror insecure
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 14 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail123,869 miles (+5,335)1 dangerous1 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,869 miles
    Test number
    725815409115
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass118,534 miles (+6,468)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    118,534 miles
    Test number
    165632751866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass112,066 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    112,066 miles
    Test number
    330927709493
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGearbox has a slight misting of oil
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight play both front top mounts
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  4. Fail112,062 miles (+5,842)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,062 miles
    Test number
    568823911256
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  5. Pass106,220 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    106,220 miles
    Test number
    135295711635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail106,220 miles (+4,553)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,220 miles
    Test number
    383134248255
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  7. Pass101,667 miles (+4,164)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    101,667 miles
    Test number
    311321474013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  8. Pass97,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    97,503 miles
    Test number
    673260166427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail97,503 miles (+3,910)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,503 miles
    Test number
    486067611508
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  10. Pass93,593 miles (+10,549)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    93,593 miles
    Test number
    338744985102
    • NoteEngine has oil leak

  11. Pass83,044 miles (+5,325)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    83,044 miles
    Test number
    138600024051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass77,719 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    77,719 miles
    Test number
    395217633072
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Fail77,719 miles (+3,701)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,719 miles
    Test number
    336046233068
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  14. Pass74,018 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    74,018 miles
    Test number
    819058232077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail74,018 miles (+5,772)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,018 miles
    Test number
    147348432022
    • FailureNearside Rear Axle beam has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Axle beam has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass68,246 miles (+5,154)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    68,246 miles
    Test number
    649028131059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront wipers not clearing screen effectively

  17. Pass63,092 miles (+4,686)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    63,092 miles
    Test number
    674958410062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,406 miles (+6,579)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    58,406 miles
    Test number
    730249629068
    • DangerousFront disc badly warped

  19. Pass51,827 miles (+8,479)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    51,827 miles
    Test number
    843388438070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,348 miles (+10,113)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    43,348 miles
    Test number
    334896037012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass33,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    33,235 miles
    Test number
    192023716016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 KXZ

Does LA51 KXZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 KXZ expired on 21 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 KXZ?
The MOT on LA51 KXZ expired on 21 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 KXZ done?
LA51 KXZ was recorded at 123,869 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2022, an average of 5,651 miles a year.
Has LA51 KXZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 KXZ has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LA51 KXZ 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 KXZ find?
LA51 KXZ failed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 1 major defect, 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; offside rear fog lamp not working; nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 9 more.

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