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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LA51 VLXMOT history

LA51 VLX is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Feb 2002. Its MOT is valid until 21 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 96,178 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

LA51 VLX blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Feb 2027
Mileage
96,178 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,124 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 VLX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
19 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 VLX was last recorded at 96,178 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 4,854 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
91,324 miles · 22 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,854 miles
Average per year
3,124 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,178 miles
  • 2025 – 91,324 miles
  • 2024 – 89,746 miles
  • 2023 – 86,676 miles
  • 2022 – 83,290 miles
  • 2020 – 83,281 miles
  • 2019 – 82,381 miles
  • 2018 – 80,814 miles
  • 2017 – 78,976 miles
  • 2016 – 77,158 miles
  • 2015 – 75,008 miles
  • 2014 – 72,629 miles
  • 2013 – 70,099 miles
  • 2012 – 67,191 miles
  • 2011 – 64,606 miles
  • 2010 – 61,583 miles
  • 2009 – 49,070 miles
  • 2008 – 44,025 miles
  • 2007 – 36,861 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,178 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,178 miles (+4,854)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    96,178 miles
    Test number
    185966795969
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass91,324 miles (+1,578)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    91,324 miles
    Test number
    856291338917
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass89,746 miles (+3,070)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    89,746 miles
    Test number
    558294531138
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass86,676 miles (+3,386)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    86,676 miles
    Test number
    632114589588
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass83,290 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    83,290 miles
    Test number
    393966713984
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass83,281 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    83,281 miles
    Test number
    999681256199
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak evident
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded pads 8mm
    • AdvisoryHazard switch sticking
    • AdvisoryInner cv boots weeping
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryWipers worn/screen dirty

  7. Fail83,281 miles (+900)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,281 miles
    Test number
    958479190455
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak evident
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded pads 8mm
    • AdvisoryHazard switch sticking
    • AdvisoryInner cv boots weeping
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryWipers worn/screen dirty

  8. Pass82,381 miles (+1,567)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    82,381 miles
    Test number
    933629470717
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass80,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    80,814 miles
    Test number
    682149244453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail80,814 miles (+1,838)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,814 miles
    Test number
    633713411555
    • MajorFront Hazard warning switch inoperative staying on (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass78,976 miles (+1,818)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    78,976 miles
    Test number
    333044971118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass77,158 miles (+2,150)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    77,158 miles
    Test number
    226085362518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass75,008 miles (+2,379)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    75,008 miles
    Test number
    689317007890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,629 miles (+2,530)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    72,629 miles
    Test number
    236892144340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,099 miles (+2,908)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    70,099 miles
    Test number
    946326133317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,191 miles (+2,585)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    67,191 miles
    Test number
    938168132302
    • NoteOffside inner tyre shoulder worn bald with no cords exposed.

  17. Pass64,606 miles (+3,023)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    64,606 miles
    Test number
    439129531472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass61,583 miles (+5,728)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    61,583 miles
    Test number
    920330950337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass55,855 miles (+6,785)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    55,855 miles
    Test number
    243562430056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,070 miles (+5,045)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    49,070 miles
    Test number
    804907139063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,025 miles (+7,164)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    44,025 miles
    Test number
    601935138020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,861 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    36,861 miles
    Test number
    783950147071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LA51 VLX

Does LA51 VLX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 VLX is valid until 21 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 VLX?
The MOT on LA51 VLX is valid until 21 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 VLX done?
LA51 VLX was recorded at 96,178 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 3,124 miles a year.
Has LA51 VLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 VLX has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on LA51 VLX 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 VLX find?
LA51 VLX passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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