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Green · Petrol · 2002 · 1,984 cc

LB51 XWYMOT history

LB51 XWY is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 121,294 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2026
Mileage
121,294 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2025
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,740 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 XWY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
15 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 XWY was last recorded at 121,294 miles on 19 Sept 2025, 7,694 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
113,600 miles · 25 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
7,694 miles
Average per year
4,740 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,294 miles
  • 2024 – 113,600 miles
  • 2023 – 109,260 miles
  • 2022 – 108,813 miles
  • 2021 – 105,685 miles
  • 2020 – 101,865 miles
  • 2019 – 97,289 miles
  • 2018 – 95,939 miles
  • 2017 – 94,515 miles
  • 2016 – 92,557 miles
  • 2015 – 89,666 miles
  • 2014 – 82,759 miles
  • 2013 – 76,094 miles
  • 2012 – 70,531 miles
  • 2011 – 64,047 miles
  • 2010 – 58,222 miles
  • 2009 – 51,379 miles
  • 2008 – 44,608 miles
  • 2007 – 38,071 miles
  • 2006 – 28,334 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,294 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,294 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    121,294 miles
    Test number
    677716783011
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail121,294 miles (+7,694)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,294 miles
    Test number
    335546108243
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass113,600 miles (+4,340)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    113,600 miles
    Test number
    619798481733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass109,260 miles (+447)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    109,260 miles
    Test number
    276366579005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass108,813 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    108,813 miles
    Test number
    513474095961
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  6. Fail108,813 miles (+3,128)1 dangerous2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,813 miles
    Test number
    444546963584
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  7. Pass105,685 miles (+3,820)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    105,685 miles
    Test number
    169689723357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass101,865 miles (+4,576)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    101,865 miles
    Test number
    911681928869
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass97,289 miles (+1,350)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    97,289 miles
    Test number
    613558508485
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass95,939 miles (+1,424)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    95,939 miles
    Test number
    766373153984
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to NSR.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass94,515 miles (+1,958)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    94,515 miles
    Test number
    604584827073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass92,557 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    92,557 miles
    Test number
    638166913223
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Fail92,557 miles (+2,891)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,557 miles
    Test number
    547861580345
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass89,666 miles (+6,907)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    89,666 miles
    Test number
    708410125006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass82,759 miles (+6,665)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    82,759 miles
    Test number
    865908424082
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass76,094 miles (+5,563)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    76,094 miles
    Test number
    529529123093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass70,531 miles (+6,484)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    70,531 miles
    Test number
    399806122062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,047 miles (+5,825)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    64,047 miles
    Test number
    889435621026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,222 miles (+6,843)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    58,222 miles
    Test number
    660993530023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,379 miles (+6,771)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    51,379 miles
    Test number
    122751149040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,608 miles (+6,537)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    44,608 miles
    Test number
    621660038080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,071 miles (+9,737)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    38,071 miles
    Test number
    153743627004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    28,334 miles
    Test number
    610029336019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 XWY

Does LB51 XWY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 XWY expired on 3 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 XWY?
The MOT on LB51 XWY expired on 3 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 XWY done?
LB51 XWY was recorded at 121,294 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2025, an average of 4,740 miles a year.
Has LB51 XWY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 XWY has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB51 XWY 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 XWY find?
LB51 XWY passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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