Volkswagen Golf
Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc
LB51 TBVMOT history
LB51 TBV is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 23 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 185,908 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 23 Oct 2026
- Mileage
- 185,908 mi
- At MOT on 20 Oct 2025
- MOT tests
- 25
- 20 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 7,124 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LB51 TBV
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Golf
- Colour
- Green
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,781 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2001
- First used
- 21 Nov 2001
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 23 Oct 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 20 Oct 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LB51 TBV was last recorded at 185,908 miles on 20 Oct 2025, 3,092 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 182,816 miles · 23 Oct 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 3,092 miles
- Average per year
- 7,124 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 185,908 miles
- 2024 – 182,816 miles
- 2023 – 177,359 miles
- 2022 – 172,772 miles
- 2021 – 168,574 miles
- 2020 – 166,639 miles
- 2019 – 161,478 miles
- 2018 – 157,083 miles
- 2017 – 152,576 miles
- 2016 – 145,725 miles
- 2015 – 137,268 miles
- 2014 – 124,564 miles
- 2013 – 112,752 miles
- 2012 – 100,768 miles
- 2011 – 90,684 miles
- 2010 – 80,784 miles
- 2009 – 72,745 miles
- 2008 – 63,378 miles
- 2007 – 55,033 miles
- 2006 – 46,847 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass185,908 miles
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
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 Rear Service brake binding but not excessively
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023
Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Full MOT history
25 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass185,908 miles (+3,092)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 23 Oct 2026
- Odometer
- 185,908 miles
- Test number
- 970452727720
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass182,816 miles (+5,457)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Oct 2025
- Odometer
- 182,816 miles
- Test number
- 408904513464
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass177,359 miles (+4,587)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Oct 2024
- Odometer
- 177,359 miles
- Test number
- 669685302230
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass172,772 miles (+4,198)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Oct 2023
- Odometer
- 172,772 miles
- Test number
- 653647155219
- AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer 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))
Pass168,574 miles (+24)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Oct 2022
- Odometer
- 168,574 miles
- Test number
- 181062299682
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Fail168,550 miles (+1,911)2 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 168,550 miles
- Test number
- 288017090159
- MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Pass166,639 miles (+5,161)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 23 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 166,639 miles
- Test number
- 682469132665
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Pass161,478 miles (+11)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 161,478 miles
- Test number
- 582713097677
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail161,467 miles (+4,384)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 161,467 miles
- Test number
- 777677847501
- DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass157,083 miles (+4,507)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 157,083 miles
- Test number
- 822852090325
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass152,576 miles (+6,851)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Apr 2018
- Odometer
- 152,576 miles
- Test number
- 978810281392
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass145,725 miles (+8,457)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Apr 2017
- Odometer
- 145,725 miles
- Test number
- 904340364887
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass137,268 miles (+12,704)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Apr 2016
- Odometer
- 137,268 miles
- Test number
- 815524915123
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass124,564 miles1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 21 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 124,564 miles
- Test number
- 409842214121
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteO/s/outer.cv.boot.twisted
Fail124,564 miles (+11,812)4 failures2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 124,564 miles
- Test number
- 208062114158
- FailureNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteO/s/outer.cv.boot.twisted
Pass112,752 miles (+11,984)1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 21 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 112,752 miles
- Test number
- 989132713193
- AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- NoteRear beam axle bushes worn
- NoteRear brake discs worn and corroded
Pass100,768 miles (+10,084)4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 15 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 100,768 miles
- Test number
- 478782402125
- NoteFront tyres worn on edges
- NoteRear beam axle bushs worn
- NoteRear brake discs worn
- NoteSpare tyre has bulge in sidewall
Fail90,684 miles3 repaired2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 90,684 miles
- Test number
- 226035191092
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
- NoteFront anti roll bar mounting bushes worn
- NoteRear axle mounting bushes worn
Pass90,684 miles (+9,900)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 15 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 90,684 miles
- Test number
- 228925091068
- NoteFront anti roll bar mounting bushes worn
- NoteRear axle mounting bushes worn
Pass80,784 miles (+8,039)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 15 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 80,784 miles
- Test number
- 812126600112
- NoteRear reg plate slightly deteriorated
Pass72,745 miles
- MOT expiry
- 15 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 72,745 miles
- Test number
- 723476609127
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail72,745 miles (+9,367)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 72,745 miles
- Test number
- 354645609165
- FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
Pass63,378 miles (+8,345)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Apr 2009
- Odometer
- 63,378 miles
- Test number
- 182123108169
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass55,033 miles (+8,186)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Apr 2008
- Odometer
- 55,033 miles
- Test number
- 270493507490
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass46,847 miles
- MOT expiry
- 12 Apr 2007
- Odometer
- 46,847 miles
- Test number
- 291683406160
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LB51 TBV
- Does LB51 TBV currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 TBV is valid until 23 Oct 2026.
- When is the MOT due on LB51 TBV?
- The MOT on LB51 TBV is valid until 23 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LB51 TBV done?
- LB51 TBV was recorded at 185,908 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2025, an average of 7,124 miles a year.
- Has LB51 TBV ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LB51 TBV has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2021.
- Has the mileage on LB51 TBV 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 TBV find?
- LB51 TBV passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: play in steering rack inner joint(s).
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