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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

LB51 BPZMOT history

LB51 BPZ is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 19 Oct 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 May 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 167,234 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 12 May 2023
Mileage
167,234 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2022
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,965 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 BPZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 May 2023
Latest MOT test
13 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 BPZ was last recorded at 167,234 miles on 13 May 2022, 15,577 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,657 miles · 14 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
15,577 miles
Average per year
8,965 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 167,234 miles
  • 2021 – 151,657 miles
  • 2019 – 130,082 miles
  • 2018 – 111,929 miles
  • 2017 – 93,475 miles
  • 2016 – 89,211 miles
  • 2015 – 82,526 miles
  • 2014 – 75,652 miles
  • 2013 – 68,604 miles
  • 2012 – 61,740 miles
  • 2011 – 54,990 miles
  • 2010 – 47,608 miles
  • 2009 – 40,323 miles
  • 2008 – 30,713 miles
  • 2007 – 19,741 miles
  • 2006 – 19,431 miles
  • 2005 – 18,893 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,234 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 25 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,234 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    167,234 miles
    Test number
    570187626222
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail167,234 miles (+15,577)5 major1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,234 miles
    Test number
    377773935469
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (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 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass151,657 miles (+21,575)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    151,657 miles
    Test number
    448684816007
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass130,082 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    130,082 miles
    Test number
    922523455793
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail130,082 miles (+18,153)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,082 miles
    Test number
    255937002449
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass111,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    111,929 miles
    Test number
    299170812430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail111,927 miles (+18,452)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,927 miles
    Test number
    658532076798
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand brake could do with a service
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass93,475 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    93,475 miles
    Test number
    824659727354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail93,475 miles (+4,264)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,475 miles
    Test number
    429316090648
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass89,211 miles (+6,685)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    89,211 miles
    Test number
    413745800589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,526 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    82,526 miles
    Test number
    712125268527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail82,483 miles (+6,831)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,483 miles
    Test number
    890120786025
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Pass75,652 miles (+7,048)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    75,652 miles
    Test number
    559734084258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail68,604 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,604 miles
    Test number
    346674183275
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass68,604 miles (+6,864)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    68,604 miles
    Test number
    519254083298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,740 miles (+6,750)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    61,740 miles
    Test number
    957824982275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    54,990 miles
    Test number
    665189971259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail54,990 miles (+7,382)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,990 miles
    Test number
    395649671259
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass47,608 miles (+7,285)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    47,608 miles
    Test number
    584450880239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,323 miles (+9,610)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    40,323 miles
    Test number
    302081589268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    30,713 miles
    Test number
    340988978424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail30,713 miles (+10,972)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,713 miles
    Test number
    341058678228
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  23. Pass19,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    19,741 miles
    Test number
    454181897232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail19,739 miles (+308)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,739 miles
    Test number
    900411497243
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass19,431 miles (+538)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    19,431 miles
    Test number
    281803896227
    • NoteStone damage to windscreen

  26. Pass18,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    18,893 miles
    Test number
    823278495273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 BPZ

Does LB51 BPZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 BPZ expired on 12 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 BPZ?
The MOT on LB51 BPZ expired on 12 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 BPZ done?
LB51 BPZ was recorded at 167,234 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2022, an average of 8,965 miles a year.
Has LB51 BPZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 BPZ has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2022.
Has the mileage on LB51 BPZ 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 LB51 BPZ find?
LB51 BPZ passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2022 with 7 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; front inner anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 4 more.

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