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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LA51 XTUMOT history

LA51 XTU is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 179,321 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

LA51 XTU silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jan 2027
Mileage
179,321 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2025
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,505 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 XTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
17 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 XTU was last recorded at 179,321 miles on 3 Jan 2025, 6,972 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
172,349 miles · 8 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
6,972 miles
Average per year
7,505 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 179,321 miles
  • 2023 – 172,349 miles
  • 2022 – 167,451 miles
  • 2021 – 161,145 miles
  • 2020 – 151,166 miles
  • 2019 – 144,789 miles
  • 2018 – 140,137 miles
  • 2017 – 132,342 miles
  • 2016 – 123,742 miles
  • 2015 – 112,828 miles
  • 2014 – 100,117 miles
  • 2013 – 90,170 miles
  • 2011 – 77,709 miles
  • 2010 – 64,151 miles
  • 2009 – 57,059 miles
  • 2008 – 49,448 miles
  • 2007 – 44,067 miles
  • 2006 – 36,933 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine Oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 13 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    170954630461
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine Oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass179,321 miles (+6,972)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    179,321 miles
    Test number
    675274556722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Top suspension strut mount has free play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass172,349 miles (+4,898)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    172,349 miles
    Test number
    703358040688
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (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 d bush (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 Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass167,451 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    167,451 miles
    Test number
    859329028334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail167,450 miles (+6,305)1 dangerous1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,450 miles
    Test number
    127977765049
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass161,145 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    161,145 miles
    Test number
    505330636386
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGrease around offside front outer C.V. Boot
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 3mm Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail161,145 miles (+9,979)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,145 miles
    Test number
    587462373935
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGrease around offside front outer C.V. Boot
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 3mm Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass151,166 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    151,166 miles
    Test number
    316295865067
    • 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 Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail151,166 miles (+6,377)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,166 miles
    Test number
    334042376848
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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 Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass144,789 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    144,789 miles
    Test number
    990090166853
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail144,789 miles (+4,652)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,789 miles
    Test number
    210859096949
    • Repaired at testDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass140,137 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    140,137 miles
    Test number
    572776146155
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail140,136 miles (+3,127)1 dangerous4 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,136 miles
    Test number
    985278480823
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass137,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    137,009 miles
    Test number
    558685171633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail137,009 miles (+4,667)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,009 miles
    Test number
    871338760887
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush split. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs some surface rust.

  16. Pass132,342 miles (+8,600)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    132,342 miles
    Test number
    662038670174
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres perished

  17. Pass123,742 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    123,742 miles
    Test number
    105788781713
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail123,742 miles (+10,914)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,742 miles
    Test number
    787772711151
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisorySuspected diesel spillage around diesel filter, advise clean and re- check for leaks

  19. Pass112,828 miles (+12,711)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    112,828 miles
    Test number
    149242675020
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  20. Pass100,117 miles (+9,947)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    100,117 miles
    Test number
    206232864058
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass90,170 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    90,170 miles
    Test number
    356874973026
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail90,170 miles (+12,461)1 failure5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,170 miles
    Test number
    468924373099
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass77,709 miles (+6,633)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    77,709 miles
    Test number
    359396241394
    • NoteClutch fluid leak

  24. Pass71,076 miles (+6,925)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    71,076 miles
    Test number
    169176701095
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • 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 Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWiper blades starting to smear screen

  25. Pass64,151 miles (+7,092)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    64,151 miles
    Test number
    663224800074
    • NoteBoth the front inner anti-roll bar saddle bushes are worn
    • NoteBoth the rear tyres are worn on the inside edges
    • NoteRear axle beam bushes are becoming unbonded

  26. Pass57,059 miles (+7,611)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    57,059 miles
    Test number
    274408409060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass49,448 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    49,448 miles
    Test number
    710870818051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  28. Fail49,448 miles (+5,381)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,448 miles
    Test number
    871990218058
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  29. Pass44,067 miles (+7,134)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    44,067 miles
    Test number
    624943717067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass36,933 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    36,933 miles
    Test number
    712823816062
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing thin on the inside edge.

Questions about LA51 XTU

Does LA51 XTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 XTU is valid until 3 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 XTU?
The MOT on LA51 XTU is valid until 3 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 XTU done?
LA51 XTU was recorded at 179,321 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2025, an average of 7,505 miles a year.
Has LA51 XTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 XTU has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LA51 XTU 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 XTU find?
LA51 XTU passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect, and 3 more.

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