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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

LL51 WDEMOT history

LL51 WDE is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 11 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 22 Jan 2025 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 225,001 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2024.

LL51 WDE blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Jan 2025
Mileage
225,001 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2024
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,811 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL51 WDE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
11 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL51 WDE was last recorded at 225,001 miles on 6 Jan 2024, 2,744 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Jun 2008: 98,639 miles, lower than 139,558 miles on 24 Apr 2008.
  • 9 Mar 2010: 109,831 miles, lower than 165,456 miles on 4 Jun 2008.

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
222,257 miles · 23 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
2,744 miles
Average per year
6,811 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 225,001 miles
  • 2023 – 222,257 miles
  • 2021 – 203,441 miles
  • 2019 – 196,128 miles
  • 2018 – 185,822 miles
  • 2017 – 176,327 miles
  • 2016 – 159,671 miles
  • 2015 – 145,128 miles
  • 2014 – 138,536 miles
  • 2013 – 130,825 miles
  • 2012 – 124,340 miles
  • 2011 – 118,646 miles
  • 2010 – 109,831 miles
  • 2008 – 165,456 miles
  • 2007 – 123,675 miles
  • 2006 – 104,423 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass225,001 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General underbody corrosion at various points across the chassis and components (6.1.1 (c) (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 Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass225,001 miles (+2,744)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    225,001 miles
    Test number
    505133373189
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General underbody corrosion at various points across the chassis and components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass222,257 miles (+18,816)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    222,257 miles
    Test number
    253568116207
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General underbody corrosion at various points across the chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NEARING LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass203,441 miles (+7,313)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    203,441 miles
    Test number
    894494372871
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass196,128 miles (+10,306)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    196,128 miles
    Test number
    613413893934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass185,822 miles (+9,495)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    185,822 miles
    Test number
    100974587717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass176,327 miles (+16,656)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    176,327 miles
    Test number
    709264022129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass159,671 miles (+14,543)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    159,671 miles
    Test number
    850907103267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail145,128 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,128 miles
    Test number
    515229945060
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/rear tyre 2 x nails

  9. Pass145,128 miles (+6,592)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    145,128 miles
    Test number
    828959145014
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/rear tyre 2 x nails

  10. Pass138,536 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    138,536 miles
    Test number
    156023274019
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail138,536 miles (+7,711)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,536 miles
    Test number
    548332064025
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass130,825 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    130,825 miles
    Test number
    477269853043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail130,797 miles (+6,457)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,797 miles
    Test number
    837478053081
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass124,340 miles (+5,694)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    124,340 miles
    Test number
    449825042042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass118,646 miles (+8,815)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    118,646 miles
    Test number
    248228941082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail109,831 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,831 miles
    Test number
    172368060432
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass109,831 miles (-55,625)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    109,831 miles
    Test number
    751008760013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail165,456 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,456 miles
    Test number
    262246658179
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass98,639 miles (-40,919)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    98,639 miles
    Test number
    630986858139
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass139,558 miles (+15,883)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    139,558 miles
    Test number
    220475218407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass123,675 miles (+19,252)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    123,675 miles
    Test number
    502054817170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass104,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    104,423 miles
    Test number
    464684116129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL51 WDE

Does LL51 WDE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL51 WDE expired on 22 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL51 WDE?
The MOT on LL51 WDE expired on 22 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL51 WDE done?
LL51 WDE was recorded at 225,001 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2024, an average of 6,811 miles a year.
Has LL51 WDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL51 WDE has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Feb 2015.
Has the mileage on LL51 WDE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 4 Jun 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL51 WDE find?
LL51 WDE passed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2024 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underbody corrosion at various points across the chassis and components.

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