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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LB51 KXFMOT history

LB51 KXF is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Apr 2025 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 134,683 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Apr 2025
Mileage
134,683 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2024
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,318 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 KXF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 KXF was last recorded at 134,683 miles on 4 Apr 2024, 8,066 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,617 miles · 1 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
8,066 miles
Average per year
5,318 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 134,683 miles
  • 2023 – 126,617 miles
  • 2022 – 118,565 miles
  • 2021 – 113,527 miles
  • 2020 – 110,431 miles
  • 2019 – 104,619 miles
  • 2018 – 93,619 miles
  • 2017 – 82,416 miles
  • 2016 – 72,794 miles
  • 2015 – 66,818 miles
  • 2014 – 64,014 miles
  • 2013 – 62,167 miles
  • 2012 – 60,792 miles
  • 2011 – 58,063 miles
  • 2009 – 55,073 miles
  • 2008 – 51,048 miles
  • 2007 – 47,228 miles
  • 2006 – 42,837 miles
  • 2005 – 36,891 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,683 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Casing (3.3 (b) (i))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 14 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,683 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    134,683 miles
    Test number
    229081046750
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Casing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail134,683 miles (+8,066)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,683 miles
    Test number
    498503516902
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working Wing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Casing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass126,617 miles (+8,052)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    126,617 miles
    Test number
    540908964227
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt X 2
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass118,565 miles (+5,038)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    118,565 miles
    Test number
    456918633496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass113,527 miles (+3,096)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    113,527 miles
    Test number
    335129625318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass110,431 miles (+5,812)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    110,431 miles
    Test number
    549851286187
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass104,619 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    104,619 miles
    Test number
    247689461148
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (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))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • 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))

  8. Fail104,619 miles (+11,000)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,619 miles
    Test number
    829419227989
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (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))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • 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))

  9. Pass93,619 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    93,619 miles
    Test number
    741356824936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail93,618 miles (+11,202)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,618 miles
    Test number
    692400281060
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass82,416 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    82,416 miles
    Test number
    734135115507
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail82,416 miles (+9,622)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,416 miles
    Test number
    666031694294
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass72,794 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    72,794 miles
    Test number
    772853951478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail72,794 miles (+5,976)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,794 miles
    Test number
    505789846055
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass66,818 miles (+2,804)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    66,818 miles
    Test number
    848849395022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Fail64,014 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,014 miles
    Test number
    345375004122
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass64,014 miles (+1,847)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    64,014 miles
    Test number
    366525704198
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail62,167 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,167 miles
    Test number
    228566003482
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass62,167 miles (+1,375)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    62,167 miles
    Test number
    956396903114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass60,792 miles (+2,729)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    60,792 miles
    Test number
    236010712459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail58,063 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,063 miles
    Test number
    138992051031
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass58,063 miles (+2,990)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    58,063 miles
    Test number
    229372351000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass55,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    55,073 miles
    Test number
    490409429364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail55,071 miles (+4,023)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,071 miles
    Test number
    311709229374
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Fail51,048 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,048 miles
    Test number
    412124428316
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

  26. Pass51,048 miles (+3,820)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    51,048 miles
    Test number
    744194828391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass47,228 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    47,228 miles
    Test number
    721597117303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail47,228 miles (+4,391)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,228 miles
    Test number
    864567917315
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  29. Pass42,837 miles (+5,946)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    42,837 miles
    Test number
    454929516436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass36,891 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    36,891 miles
    Test number
    693128715314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 KXF

Does LB51 KXF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 KXF expired on 13 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 KXF?
The MOT on LB51 KXF expired on 13 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 KXF done?
LB51 KXF was recorded at 134,683 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2024, an average of 5,318 miles a year.
Has LB51 KXF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 KXF has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LB51 KXF 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 KXF find?
LB51 KXF passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged casing; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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