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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

LR51 PHFMOT history

LR51 PHF is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 14 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 187,011 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

LR51 PHF silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Jan 2026
Mileage
187,011 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,908 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR51 PHF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR51 PHF was last recorded at 187,011 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 5,316 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,695 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,316 miles
Average per year
6,908 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,011 miles
  • 2025 – 181,695 miles
  • 2024 – 171,089 miles
  • 2023 – 163,733 miles
  • 2022 – 152,654 miles
  • 2021 – 137,720 miles
  • 2019 – 118,532 miles
  • 2018 – 111,165 miles
  • 2017 – 106,412 miles
  • 2016 – 101,175 miles
  • 2015 – 95,615 miles
  • 2014 – 90,162 miles
  • 2013 – 84,901 miles
  • 2012 – 81,934 miles
  • 2011 – 78,069 miles
  • 2010 – 73,831 miles
  • 2009 – 69,135 miles
  • 2008 – 64,403 miles
  • 2007 – 59,374 miles
  • 2006 – 51,776 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail187,011 miles
  • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail187,011 miles (+5,316)8 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,011 miles
    Test number
    460049387757
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass181,695 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    181,695 miles
    Test number
    111495152847
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail181,694 miles (+10,605)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,694 miles
    Test number
    618811986819
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass171,089 miles (+7,356)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    171,089 miles
    Test number
    861053125953
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass163,733 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    163,733 miles
    Test number
    680756943451
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail163,729 miles (+11,075)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,729 miles
    Test number
    496469814838
    • MajorFront Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass152,654 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    152,654 miles
    Test number
    277918275026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Fail152,654 miles (+14,934)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,654 miles
    Test number
    100081651716
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Pass137,720 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    137,720 miles
    Test number
    266701203915
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail137,720 miles (+19,188)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,720 miles
    Test number
    886527652065
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass118,532 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    118,532 miles
    Test number
    839239017518
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail118,530 miles (+7,365)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,530 miles
    Test number
    525217904409
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass111,165 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    111,165 miles
    Test number
    136439873594
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Fail111,165 miles (+4,753)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,165 miles
    Test number
    719855426483
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Pass106,412 miles (+5,237)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    106,412 miles
    Test number
    727553190003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Pass101,175 miles (+5,560)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    101,175 miles
    Test number
    158515454224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass95,615 miles (+5,453)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    95,615 miles
    Test number
    956381895176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass90,162 miles (+5,261)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    90,162 miles
    Test number
    679746894145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass84,901 miles (+2,967)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    84,901 miles
    Test number
    277636193132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass81,934 miles (+3,865)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    81,934 miles
    Test number
    207138792100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass78,069 miles (+4,238)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    78,069 miles
    Test number
    155215991194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass73,831 miles (+4,696)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    73,831 miles
    Test number
    221885890106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass69,135 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    69,135 miles
    Test number
    652240999127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail69,134 miles (+4,731)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,134 miles
    Test number
    472777789178
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Pass64,403 miles (+3)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    64,403 miles
    Test number
    921338898164
    • NoteSreen damage

  26. Fail64,400 miles (+5,026)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,400 miles
    Test number
    653266498182
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteScreen damage

  27. Pass59,374 miles (+7,598)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    59,374 miles
    Test number
    490020677153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass51,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    51,776 miles
    Test number
    891371776100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail51,776 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,776 miles
    Test number
    362800276150
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteScreen damage

Questions about LR51 PHF

Does LR51 PHF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR51 PHF expired on 17 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR51 PHF?
The MOT on LR51 PHF expired on 17 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR51 PHF done?
LR51 PHF was recorded at 187,011 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 6,908 miles a year.
Has LR51 PHF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR51 PHF has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LR51 PHF 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 PHF find?
LR51 PHF failed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 8 major defects, 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: central exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc significantly and obviously worn; nearside front position lamp not working, and 15 more.

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