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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

LR51 BOUMOT history

LR51 BOU is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 28 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 124,282 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2025.

LR51 BOU blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2026
Mileage
124,282 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,468 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR51 BOU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
28 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR51 BOU was last recorded at 124,282 miles on 24 Oct 2025, 4,284 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,998 miles · 25 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,284 miles
Average per year
5,468 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 124,282 miles
  • 2024 – 119,998 miles
  • 2023 – 105,617 miles
  • 2022 – 94,047 miles
  • 2021 – 84,167 miles
  • 2020 – 75,750 miles
  • 2019 – 68,978 miles
  • 2018 – 64,019 miles
  • 2017 – 55,998 miles
  • 2016 – 55,665 miles
  • 2015 – 54,377 miles
  • 2014 – 51,623 miles
  • 2013 – 48,622 miles
  • 2012 – 44,932 miles
  • 2011 – 40,970 miles
  • 2010 – 36,061 miles
  • 2009 – 31,719 miles
  • 2008 – 27,716 miles
  • 2007 – 23,730 miles
  • 2006 – 19,973 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,282 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass124,282 miles (+4,284)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    124,282 miles
    Test number
    853741731591
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass119,998 miles (+14,381)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    119,998 miles
    Test number
    984500091451
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Pass105,617 miles (+37)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    105,617 miles
    Test number
    652352633649
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail105,580 miles (+11,533)2 major1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,580 miles
    Test number
    792678617649
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass94,047 miles (+48)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    94,047 miles
    Test number
    408590537427
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  6. Fail93,999 miles (+9,832)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,999 miles
    Test number
    793702861520
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass84,167 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    84,167 miles
    Test number
    229973581408
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail84,167 miles (+8,417)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,167 miles
    Test number
    608980698260
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass75,750 miles (+6,772)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    75,750 miles
    Test number
    977384682251
    • AdvisoryCovers not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  10. Pass68,978 miles (+4,959)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    68,978 miles
    Test number
    990232997899
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Wiper blade rubber split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Sill panel dented
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside front to rear brake pipes corroding (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass64,019 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    64,019 miles
    Test number
    302904638294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (195/65/15/91T Michelin) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished

  12. Fail64,019 miles (+8,021)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,019 miles
    Test number
    649152121500
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (195/65/15/91T Michelin) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished

  13. Pass55,998 miles (+333)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    55,998 miles
    Test number
    855931180208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    55,665 miles
    Test number
    449767251094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail55,665 miles (+1,288)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,665 miles
    Test number
    897185736907
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass54,377 miles (+2,754)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    54,377 miles
    Test number
    453966799154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,623 miles (+3,001)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    51,623 miles
    Test number
    185697064295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    48,622 miles
    Test number
    865628263204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail48,622 miles (+3,690)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,622 miles
    Test number
    617808263205
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated 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)

  20. Pass44,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    44,932 miles
    Test number
    279206052221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail44,932 miles (+3,962)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,932 miles
    Test number
    957386552202
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  22. Pass40,970 miles (+4,909)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    40,970 miles
    Test number
    856402661231
    • NoteFront bumper and skirt adrift.
    • NoteNS rear tyre cracking on sidewall.
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOS rear tyre cracking on sidewall.

  23. Pass36,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    36,061 miles
    Test number
    771820570261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail36,061 miles (+4,342)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,061 miles
    Test number
    624470870228
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  25. Pass31,719 miles (+4,003)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    31,719 miles
    Test number
    640468079228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail27,716 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,716 miles
    Test number
    121212668205
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass27,716 miles (+3,986)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    27,716 miles
    Test number
    543882768201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass23,730 miles (+3,757)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    23,730 miles
    Test number
    360954757400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass19,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    19,973 miles
    Test number
    713829966223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR51 BOU

Does LR51 BOU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR51 BOU is valid until 25 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR51 BOU?
The MOT on LR51 BOU is valid until 25 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR51 BOU done?
LR51 BOU was recorded at 124,282 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2025, an average of 5,468 miles a year.
Has LR51 BOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR51 BOU has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LR51 BOU 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 BOU find?
LR51 BOU passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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