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Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,324 cc

LR51 BFZMOT history

LR51 BFZ is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 163,267 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

LR51 BFZ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Nov 2026
Mileage
163,267 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,052 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR51 BFZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,324 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR51 BFZ was last recorded at 163,267 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,261 miles · 17 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
6,052 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 163,267 miles
  • 2023 – 162,140 miles
  • 2021 – 160,192 miles
  • 2020 – 155,968 miles
  • 2019 – 151,391 miles
  • 2018 – 148,074 miles
  • 2017 – 143,101 miles
  • 2014 – 139,839 miles
  • 2013 – 123,772 miles
  • 2012 – 114,790 miles
  • 2011 – 102,289 miles
  • 2010 – 90,246 miles
  • 2009 – 78,454 miles
  • 2008 – 65,496 miles
  • 2007 – 55,467 miles
  • 2006 – 44,024 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,267 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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass163,267 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    163,267 miles
    Test number
    427893758469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail163,261 miles (+1,121)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,261 miles
    Test number
    901425902895
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken and Offside Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass162,140 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    162,140 miles
    Test number
    588298625647
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail162,140 miles (+1,948)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,140 miles
    Test number
    488075966188
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass160,192 miles (+4,224)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    160,192 miles
    Test number
    293462198422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass155,968 miles (+4,577)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    155,968 miles
    Test number
    683282849673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass151,391 miles (+3,317)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    151,391 miles
    Test number
    689056899196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass148,074 miles (+4,973)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    148,074 miles
    Test number
    896950693883
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront top mounts
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass143,101 miles (+3,262)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    143,101 miles
    Test number
    509339124619
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

  10. Pass139,839 miles (+16,067)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    139,839 miles
    Test number
    809329174029
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  11. Pass123,772 miles (+8,982)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    123,772 miles
    Test number
    999358163085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  12. Pass114,790 miles (+12,501)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    114,790 miles
    Test number
    545385772046
    • NoteN/s/f headlamp lens broken

  13. Pass102,289 miles (+12,043)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    102,289 miles
    Test number
    737660381014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass90,246 miles (+11,792)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    90,246 miles
    Test number
    920340570095
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass78,454 miles (+12,958)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    78,454 miles
    Test number
    473128269017
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass65,496 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    65,496 miles
    Test number
    431591258024
    • NoteThe front tyres are wearing on the edges.

  17. Fail65,496 miles (+10,029)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,496 miles
    Test number
    210841158077
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteThe front tyres are wearing on the edges.

  18. Pass55,467 miles (+11,443)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    55,467 miles
    Test number
    322324077024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,024 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    44,024 miles
    Test number
    763167066035
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LR51 BFZ

Does LR51 BFZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR51 BFZ is valid until 19 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR51 BFZ?
The MOT on LR51 BFZ is valid until 19 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR51 BFZ done?
LR51 BFZ was recorded at 163,267 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 6,052 miles a year.
Has LR51 BFZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR51 BFZ has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LR51 BFZ 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 LR51 BFZ find?
LR51 BFZ passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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