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Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

LB51 YVSMOT history

LB51 YVS is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Dec 2001. Its MOT expired on 2 May 2025 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 153,287 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 2 May 2025
Mileage
153,287 mi
At MOT on 3 May 2024
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,959 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 YVS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 May 2025
Latest MOT test
3 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 YVS was last recorded at 153,287 miles on 3 May 2024, 4,375 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Jun 2016: 116,383 miles, lower than 118,377 miles on 17 Jun 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
148,912 miles · 17 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
4,375 miles
Average per year
6,959 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 153,287 miles
  • 2023 – 148,912 miles
  • 2021 – 134,497 miles
  • 2019 – 132,735 miles
  • 2017 – 121,387 miles
  • 2016 – 116,383 miles
  • 2015 – 105,472 miles
  • 2014 – 101,495 miles
  • 2013 – 100,978 miles
  • 2012 – 88,956 miles
  • 2011 – 77,084 miles
  • 2010 – 65,028 miles
  • 2009 – 49,504 miles
  • 2008 – 35,605 miles
  • 2006 – 32,586 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,287 miles

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 29 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,287 miles (+4,375)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    153,287 miles
    Test number
    912661997097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass148,912 miles (+14,415)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    148,912 miles
    Test number
    561652298378
    • AdvisoryFront and rear lowered

  3. Pass134,497 miles (+1,762)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    134,497 miles
    Test number
    469244684397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass132,735 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    132,735 miles
    Test number
    534034814406
    • AdvisoryFront & rear suspension has been lowered

  5. Fail132,735 miles2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,735 miles
    Test number
    258163226144
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront & rear suspension has been lowered

  6. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    510292833650
    • AdvisoryFront suspension is low

  7. FailMileage not read3 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    367157372391
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached Ball joint bolts not securely fitted (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail Top mount collapsed (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail Top mount collapsed (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension is low

  8. Pass121,387 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    121,387 miles
    Test number
    148863769062
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat back not functioning to gain access to rear seats
    • AdvisoryEngine malfunction lamp illuminated on dash
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre out side wall has various cuts not deep enough to reach ply cords
    • AdvisorySlight lift in front upper suspension mountings

  9. Fail121,385 miles (+5,002)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,385 miles
    Test number
    627453413054
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle fouling brake pipe (4.1.D.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat back not functioning to gain access to rear seats
    • AdvisoryEngine malfunction lamp illuminated on dash
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre out side wall has various cuts not deep enough to reach ply cords
    • AdvisorySlight lift in front upper suspension mountings

  10. Pass116,383 miles (-1,994)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    116,383 miles
    Test number
    413438356461
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support straps corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPark brake low effort at 18% pass % is 16%
    • AdvisoryLowered coil springs on both axles,suspension creaks on lock but coils seated correctly.

  11. Fail118,377 miles (+12,905)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,377 miles
    Test number
    697576518710
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support straps corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPark brake low effort at 18% pass % is 16%
    • AdvisoryLowered coil springs on both axles,suspension creaks on lock but coils seated correctly.

  12. Pass105,472 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    105,472 miles
    Test number
    526074535179
    • NoteEML on

  13. Fail105,472 miles (+3,977)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,472 miles
    Test number
    358063435117
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • 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)
    • NoteEML on

  14. Pass101,495 miles (+55)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    101,495 miles
    Test number
    659065354070
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Fail101,440 miles (+462)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,440 miles
    Test number
    888298234091
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail100,978 miles (+12,022)7 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,978 miles
    Test number
    895915113390
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine management light is on
    • NoteFront number plate cracked and detetiorated
    • NoteRear bump stops detetiorated

  17. Pass88,956 miles (+13)4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    88,956 miles
    Test number
    365509392477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCars lowered
    • NoteFront pads low
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has side wall damage

  18. Fail88,943 miles (+11,859)3 failures4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,943 miles
    Test number
    575897092288
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCars lowered
    • NoteFront pads low
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has side wall damage

  19. Pass77,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    77,084 miles
    Test number
    397503391219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail77,084 miles (+12,056)2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,084 miles
    Test number
    408823191271
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass65,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    65,028 miles
    Test number
    660585190231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail65,028 miles (+15,524)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,028 miles
    Test number
    801685090283
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  23. Pass49,504 miles (+9,124)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    49,504 miles
    Test number
    283099179282
    • NoteBrake pads and discs all round are worn

  24. Pass40,380 miles (+4,775)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    40,380 miles
    Test number
    164249309062
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass35,605 miles (+3,019)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    35,605 miles
    Test number
    872507908060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass32,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    32,586 miles
    Test number
    220523766382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 YVS

Does LB51 YVS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB51 YVS expired on 2 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB51 YVS?
The MOT on LB51 YVS expired on 2 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB51 YVS done?
LB51 YVS was recorded at 153,287 miles at its MOT on 3 May 2024, an average of 6,959 miles a year.
Has LB51 YVS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 YVS has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on LB51 YVS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Jun 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB51 YVS find?
LB51 YVS passed its latest MOT on 3 May 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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