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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LA51 YPUMOT history

LA51 YPU is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 148,983 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Feb 2022.

LA51 YPU silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2023
Mileage
148,983 mi
At MOT on 1 Feb 2022
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,441 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 YPU
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 expired on 31 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 YPU was last recorded at 148,983 miles on 1 Feb 2022, 7,087 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,896 miles · 14 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
7,087 miles
Average per year
8,441 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 148,983 miles
  • 2021 – 141,896 miles
  • 2019 – 133,514 miles
  • 2018 – 125,384 miles
  • 2017 – 114,007 miles
  • 2016 – 102,181 miles
  • 2015 – 91,045 miles
  • 2014 – 79,622 miles
  • 2013 – 68,036 miles
  • 2012 – 56,200 miles
  • 2011 – 50,968 miles
  • 2009 – 40,572 miles
  • 2008 – 26,702 miles
  • 2007 – 20,717 miles
  • 2006 – 15,707 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,983 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front sill damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wing rusty on edge
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear bumper slightly cracked

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured side repeater

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,983 miles (+7,087)4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    148,983 miles
    Test number
    299218484571
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing rusty on edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bumper slightly cracked

  2. Pass141,896 miles (+10)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    141,896 miles
    Test number
    147055010391
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured side repeater (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail141,886 miles (+8,372)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,886 miles
    Test number
    935610347873
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured side repeater (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass133,514 miles (+8,130)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    133,514 miles
    Test number
    226822464460
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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. Pass125,384 miles (+279)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    125,384 miles
    Test number
    901127261797
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail125,105 miles (+11,098)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,105 miles
    Test number
    883390668430
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass114,007 miles (+11,826)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    114,007 miles
    Test number
    462722781456
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged

  8. Pass102,181 miles (+11,136)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    102,181 miles
    Test number
    999397324876
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  9. Pass91,045 miles (+11,423)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    91,045 miles
    Test number
    226259845405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  10. Pass79,622 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    79,622 miles
    Test number
    607402334168
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  11. Fail79,620 miles (+11,584)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,620 miles
    Test number
    627690134185
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

  12. Pass68,036 miles (+11,836)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    68,036 miles
    Test number
    845769923166
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  13. Pass56,200 miles (+5,232)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    56,200 miles
    Test number
    397327132010
    • NoteTemp rear window fitted

  14. Pass50,968 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    50,968 miles
    Test number
    187813731025
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOff side front tyre wall slightly damaged

  15. Fail50,968 miles (+10,396)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,968 miles
    Test number
    205153631064
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOff side front tyre wall slightly damaged

  16. Pass40,572 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    40,572 miles
    Test number
    861658729114
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail40,572 miles (+13,870)8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,572 miles
    Test number
    324368429179
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass26,702 miles (+5,985)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    26,702 miles
    Test number
    223772818400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,717 miles (+5,010)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    20,717 miles
    Test number
    203060617463
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass15,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    15,707 miles
    Test number
    724759706133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 YPU

Does LA51 YPU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 YPU expired on 31 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 YPU?
The MOT on LA51 YPU expired on 31 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 YPU done?
LA51 YPU was recorded at 148,983 miles at its MOT on 1 Feb 2022, an average of 8,441 miles a year.
Has LA51 YPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 YPU has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LA51 YPU 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 YPU find?
LA51 YPU passed its latest MOT on 1 Feb 2022 with 4 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside headlamp lens slightly defective, and 7 more.

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