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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

LB51 SVGMOT history

LB51 SVG is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 221,211 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
221,211 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,427 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 SVG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 SVG was last recorded at 221,211 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 12,104 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
209,107 miles · 8 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
12,104 miles
Average per year
9,427 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 221,211 miles
  • 2025 – 209,107 miles
  • 2024 – 192,919 miles
  • 2023 – 172,171 miles
  • 2022 – 152,212 miles
  • 2019 – 129,242 miles
  • 2018 – 113,266 miles
  • 2017 – 109,146 miles
  • 2016 – 102,460 miles
  • 2015 – 96,739 miles
  • 2014 – 88,036 miles
  • 2013 – 80,474 miles
  • 2012 – 73,501 miles
  • 2011 – 63,569 miles
  • 2010 – 53,699 miles
  • 2009 – 43,927 miles
  • 2008 – 35,013 miles
  • 2007 – 30,970 miles
  • 2005 – 26,741 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass221,211 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Caliper Brake Hose Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass221,211 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    221,211 miles
    Test number
    981577759516
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail221,211 miles (+12,104)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,211 miles
    Test number
    532380365151
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass209,107 miles (+16,188)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    209,107 miles
    Test number
    954261345492
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Rear Metal Brake Pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass192,919 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    192,919 miles
    Test number
    119301093733
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Caliper Brake Hose Corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Caliper Brake Hose Corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear metal brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Rear Springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail192,919 miles (+20,748)6 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,919 miles
    Test number
    143049991066
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle Wheel Arch Liner Insecure (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure Exhaust Bracket Detached (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Caliper Brake Hose Corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Caliper Brake Hose Corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear metal brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Rear Springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass172,171 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    172,171 miles
    Test number
    867270195290
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail172,171 miles (+19,959)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,171 miles
    Test number
    601684539165
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass152,212 miles (+22,970)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    152,212 miles
    Test number
    975336826450
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass129,242 miles (+15,976)2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    129,242 miles
    Test number
    589760537563
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel hose to tandem pump has a light weep of fuel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn on edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring incorrectly seated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering hose has a slight weep of oil
    • AdvisoryCentre to rear brake pipes corroded

  10. Pass113,266 miles (+4,120)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    113,266 miles
    Test number
    138824982016
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass109,146 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    109,146 miles
    Test number
    459277016586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail109,133 miles (+6,673)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,133 miles
    Test number
    742324414485
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass102,460 miles (+5,721)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    102,460 miles
    Test number
    762920524829
    • 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)

  14. Pass96,739 miles (+8,703)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    96,739 miles
    Test number
    715474845032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass88,036 miles (+124)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    88,036 miles
    Test number
    569525054052
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Fail87,912 miles (+7,438)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,912 miles
    Test number
    585539244010
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass80,474 miles (+6,973)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    80,474 miles
    Test number
    309839343068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass73,501 miles (+9,932)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    73,501 miles
    Test number
    188554842032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass63,569 miles (+9,870)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    63,569 miles
    Test number
    715703951040
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass53,699 miles (+9,772)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    53,699 miles
    Test number
    173296450438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,927 miles (+8,914)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    43,927 miles
    Test number
    182484459098
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass35,013 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    35,013 miles
    Test number
    784685168001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail35,013 miles (+4,043)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,013 miles
    Test number
    833595368073
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass30,970 miles (+4,229)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    30,970 miles
    Test number
    454712567085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass26,741 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    26,741 miles
    Test number
    500817035393
    • NoteO/s/r brake starting to grab. †

Questions about LB51 SVG

Does LB51 SVG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 SVG is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB51 SVG?
The MOT on LB51 SVG is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 SVG done?
LB51 SVG was recorded at 221,211 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 9,427 miles a year.
Has LB51 SVG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 SVG has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB51 SVG 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 SVG find?
LB51 SVG passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front brake hose slightly deteriorated both; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both, and 6 more.

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