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Beige · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

LB51 HGMMOT history

LB51 HGM is a beige diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 9 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 156,179 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Sept 2024
Mileage
156,179 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,027 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 HGM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 HGM was last recorded at 156,179 miles on 8 Sept 2023, 501 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,678 miles · 5 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
501 miles
Average per year
7,027 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 156,179 miles
  • 2022 – 155,678 miles
  • 2021 – 154,268 miles
  • 2020 – 153,058 miles
  • 2019 – 148,360 miles
  • 2018 – 140,902 miles
  • 2017 – 126,944 miles
  • 2016 – 117,151 miles
  • 2015 – 108,413 miles
  • 2014 – 100,679 miles
  • 2013 – 90,121 miles
  • 2012 – 84,255 miles
  • 2011 – 77,730 miles
  • 2010 – 72,639 miles
  • 2009 – 66,535 miles
  • 2008 – 58,266 miles
  • 2007 – 48,143 miles
  • 2006 – 37,086 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,179 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,179 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    156,179 miles
    Test number
    839686022781
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded

  2. Fail156,179 miles (+501)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,179 miles
    Test number
    890059726730
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low o/s & n/s (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded

  3. Pass155,678 miles (+1,410)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    155,678 miles
    Test number
    761046800226
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass154,268 miles (+1,210)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    154,268 miles
    Test number
    820221459562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass153,058 miles (+4,698)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    153,058 miles
    Test number
    209268613830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass148,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    148,360 miles
    Test number
    127696517729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail148,360 miles (+7,458)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,360 miles
    Test number
    886957179688
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

  8. Pass140,902 miles (+13,958)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    140,902 miles
    Test number
    442191201433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass126,944 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    126,944 miles
    Test number
    325734665867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  10. Fail126,935 miles (+9,784)12 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,935 miles
    Test number
    379910366336
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Pass117,151 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    117,151 miles
    Test number
    592122685211
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  12. Fail117,151 miles (+8,738)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,151 miles
    Test number
    499662011868
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  13. Pass108,413 miles (+7,734)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    108,413 miles
    Test number
    544861915739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass100,679 miles (+10,558)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    100,679 miles
    Test number
    657526384204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass90,121 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    90,121 miles
    Test number
    687290293273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail90,120 miles (+5,865)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,120 miles
    Test number
    665319683230
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass84,255 miles (+6,525)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    84,255 miles
    Test number
    625832192242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight brake bind o/s rear brake

  18. Pass77,730 miles (+5,091)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    77,730 miles
    Test number
    146272391263
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass72,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    72,639 miles
    Test number
    651961690258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail72,639 miles (+6,104)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,639 miles
    Test number
    663458380232
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass66,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    66,535 miles
    Test number
    623085299259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail66,535 miles (+8,269)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,535 miles
    Test number
    322275799282
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass58,266 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    58,266 miles
    Test number
    712585388250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail58,256 miles (+10,113)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,256 miles
    Test number
    854633788288
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass48,143 miles (+11,057)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    48,143 miles
    Test number
    421293587212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail37,086 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,086 miles
    Test number
    301130076238
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass37,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    37,086 miles
    Test number
    510130276267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 HGM

Does LB51 HGM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 HGM expired on 9 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 HGM?
The MOT on LB51 HGM expired on 9 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 HGM done?
LB51 HGM was recorded at 156,179 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2023, an average of 7,027 miles a year.
Has LB51 HGM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 HGM has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LB51 HGM 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 HGM find?
LB51 HGM passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2023 with 3 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s & n/s; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside front wing corroded.

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