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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,792 cc

LB51 SVEMOT history

LB51 SVE is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 21 Aug 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 101,586 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Aug 2026
Mileage
101,586 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,404 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 SVE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,792 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 SVE was last recorded at 101,586 miles on 22 Aug 2025, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,560 miles · 23 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
4,404 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,586 miles
  • 2023 – 101,560 miles
  • 2022 – 101,416 miles
  • 2020 – 91,989 miles
  • 2019 – 89,332 miles
  • 2018 – 83,883 miles
  • 2017 – 70,066 miles
  • 2016 – 64,615 miles
  • 2015 – 62,341 miles
  • 2014 – 52,528 miles
  • 2013 – 48,206 miles
  • 2012 – 44,134 miles
  • 2011 – 39,860 miles
  • 2010 – 35,304 miles
  • 2009 – 31,540 miles
  • 2008 – 27,655 miles
  • 2007 – 23,592 miles
  • 2006 – 18,911 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,586 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass101,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    101,586 miles
    Test number
    462334305303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail101,586 miles (+26)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,586 miles
    Test number
    280644535821
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass101,560 miles (+144)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    101,560 miles
    Test number
    980806662241
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass101,416 miles (+9,427)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    101,416 miles
    Test number
    434136669394
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass91,989 miles (+32)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    91,989 miles
    Test number
    172214725458
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail91,957 miles (+2,625)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,957 miles
    Test number
    133735097628
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass89,332 miles (+5,449)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    89,332 miles
    Test number
    768366056047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,883 miles (+271)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    83,883 miles
    Test number
    332783039330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail83,612 miles (+13,546)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,612 miles
    Test number
    418141116627
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass70,066 miles (+5,451)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    70,066 miles
    Test number
    484037124184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,615 miles (+2,274)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    64,615 miles
    Test number
    509080291790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,341 miles (+69)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    62,341 miles
    Test number
    536154753324
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil leak
    • AdvisoryWind screen chipped in " A" ZONE

  13. Fail62,272 miles (+9,744)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,272 miles
    Test number
    109268041867
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil leak
    • AdvisoryWind screen chipped in " A" ZONE

  14. Pass52,528 miles (+4,322)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    52,528 miles
    Test number
    888303104333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFront brake disc's starting to corrode on inner faces/outer edge

  15. Pass48,206 miles (+4,072)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    48,206 miles
    Test number
    257958413378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,134 miles (+4,274)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    44,134 miles
    Test number
    819381512321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  17. Pass39,860 miles (+4,556)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    39,860 miles
    Test number
    669553611367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,304 miles (+3,764)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    35,304 miles
    Test number
    544313590204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,540 miles (+3,885)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    31,540 miles
    Test number
    874195999261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,655 miles (+4,063)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    27,655 miles
    Test number
    760702418340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,592 miles (+4,681)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    23,592 miles
    Test number
    291179717341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,911 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    18,911 miles
    Test number
    132077816302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 SVE

Does LB51 SVE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 SVE expired on 21 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 SVE?
The MOT on LB51 SVE expired on 21 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 SVE done?
LB51 SVE was recorded at 101,586 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2025, an average of 4,404 miles a year.
Has LB51 SVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 SVE has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LB51 SVE 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 SVE find?
LB51 SVE passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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