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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

LB51 SWJMOT history

LB51 SWJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 104,917 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jul 2026
Mileage
104,917 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2025
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,605 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 SWJ
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 26 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 SWJ was last recorded at 104,917 miles on 8 Jul 2025, 14,390 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,527 miles · 22 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
14,390 miles
Average per year
4,605 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 104,917 miles
  • 2024 – 90,527 miles
  • 2023 – 71,360 miles
  • 2022 – 65,166 miles
  • 2020 – 63,266 miles
  • 2019 – 61,663 miles
  • 2018 – 60,458 miles
  • 2017 – 58,386 miles
  • 2016 – 56,530 miles
  • 2015 – 52,942 miles
  • 2014 – 49,302 miles
  • 2013 – 43,767 miles
  • 2012 – 39,344 miles
  • 2011 – 36,597 miles
  • 2010 – 33,453 miles
  • 2009 – 29,907 miles
  • 2008 – 25,720 miles
  • 2007 – 23,247 miles
  • 2006 – 19,278 miles
  • 2005 – 14,589 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,917 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorbers starting to leakRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs starting to rust/ wear- check rear inner brake pads
  • AdvisoryBoth rear brakes slight bindingRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBoth steering track rod ends slight play
  • AdvisoryFront antiroll bar mounting bushes starting to wearRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi pipe starting to deteriorate/ slight leak and front exhaust mounting bracket cracked
  • AdvisoryFront/ rear suspension coil springs starting to rust
  • AdvisoryNearside front suspension lower arm inner rear bush starting to split/ wear
  • AdvisoryNearside front tyre tread worn to 2mm and worn low on edges
  • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre tread worn low on inner edge
  • AdvisoryOffside front tyre tread worn to 3mm and worn low on edges
  • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes and rear of front to rear metal brake pipes starting to corrode
  • AdvisoryRear screen washer jet not workingRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySlight oil leak/ gear box area slightly dampRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 exhaust flexi pipe starting to deteriorate

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear of front to rear metal brake pipes starting to corrode

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Both rear brake discs starting to rust/ wear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Both rear suspension coil springs starting to rust

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside front tyre tread worn to 3mm and inner edge wearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass104,917 miles (+14,390)1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    104,917 miles
    Test number
    501104531569
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorbers starting to leak
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs starting to rust/ wear- check rear inner brake pads
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brakes slight binding
    • AdvisoryBoth steering track rod ends slight play
    • AdvisoryFront antiroll bar mounting bushes starting to wear
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi pipe starting to deteriorate/ slight leak and front exhaust mounting bracket cracked
    • AdvisoryFront/ rear suspension coil springs starting to rust
    • AdvisoryNearside front suspension lower arm inner rear bush starting to split/ wear
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre tread worn to 2mm and worn low on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre tread worn low on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre tread worn to 3mm and worn low on edges
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes and rear of front to rear metal brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryRear screen washer jet not working
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak/ gear box area slightly damp

  2. Pass90,527 miles (+620)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    90,527 miles
    Test number
    330819848118
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorbers starting to leak
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs starting to rust/ wear
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brakes slight binding
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension coil springs starting to rust
    • AdvisoryFront antiroll bar mounting bushes starting to wear
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi pipe starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre tread worn to 3mm and inner edge wearing
    • AdvisoryRear of front to rear metal brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryRear screen washer jet not working
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak/ gear box area slightly damp

  3. Fail89,907 miles (+18,547)1 dangerous4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,907 miles
    Test number
    733648418475
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorbers starting to leak
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs starting to rust/ wear
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brakes slight binding
    • AdvisoryBoth rear suspension coil springs starting to rust
    • AdvisoryFront antiroll bar mounting bushes starting to wear
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi pipe starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre tread worn to 3mm and inner edge wearing
    • AdvisoryRear of front to rear metal brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryRear screen washer jet not working
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak/ gear box area slightly damp

  4. Pass71,360 miles (+6,194)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    71,360 miles
    Test number
    710990591326
    • AdvisoryFront antiroll bar mounting bushes slight movement
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi pipe starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryGear box area slightly damp
    • AdvisoryHandbrake performance slightly low
    • AdvisoryNearside front shock absorber slight leak
    • AdvisoryOffside front outer driveshaft boot starting to crack/ perish
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs starting to rust
    • AdvisoryRear of front to rear metal brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryRear screen washer jet not working
    • AdvisoryRear suspension coil springs starting to rust

  5. Pass65,166 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    65,166 miles
    Test number
    996046364742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail65,164 miles (+1,898)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,164 miles
    Test number
    349264243425
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass63,266 miles (+1,603)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    63,266 miles
    Test number
    255836597008
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer track rod boot has pin hole in
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted

  8. Pass61,663 miles (+1,205)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    61,663 miles
    Test number
    736630155349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre outer sidewall is slightly worn & has cut in outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre & tyre is perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre starting to perish
    • AdvisoryRear number plate is starting to deteriate
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted ( no action required )
    • AdvisoryStruggled with emissions but passed in the end

  9. Pass60,458 miles (+2,072)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    60,458 miles
    Test number
    201100196705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass58,386 miles (+1,856)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    58,386 miles
    Test number
    206852140585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,530 miles (+3,588)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    56,530 miles
    Test number
    661447556286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,942 miles (+3,640)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    52,942 miles
    Test number
    954293814029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,302 miles (+5,535)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    49,302 miles
    Test number
    239029024382
    • 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)

  14. Pass43,767 miles (+4,423)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    43,767 miles
    Test number
    499200343473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,344 miles (+2,747)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    39,344 miles
    Test number
    949371142338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,597 miles (+3,144)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    36,597 miles
    Test number
    497054931460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,453 miles (+3,546)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    33,453 miles
    Test number
    863100740393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,907 miles (+4,187)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    29,907 miles
    Test number
    530044319375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,720 miles (+2,473)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    25,720 miles
    Test number
    741339108336
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass23,247 miles (+3,969)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    23,247 miles
    Test number
    662902537325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,278 miles (+4,689)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    19,278 miles
    Test number
    131298926360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    14,589 miles
    Test number
    870140735313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 SWJ

Does LB51 SWJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 SWJ expired on 26 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 SWJ?
The MOT on LB51 SWJ expired on 26 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 SWJ done?
LB51 SWJ was recorded at 104,917 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2025, an average of 4,605 miles a year.
Has LB51 SWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 SWJ has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LB51 SWJ 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 SWJ find?
LB51 SWJ passed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2025 with 1 minor defect and 14 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; both front shock absorbers starting to leak; both rear brake discs starting to rust/ wear- check rear inner brake pads, and 12 more.

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