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Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

LS51 ASOMOT history

LS51 ASO is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 70,796 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

LS51 ASO green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Aug 2027
Mileage
70,796 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,594 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 ASO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 ASO was last recorded at 70,796 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 1,125 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,671 miles · 8 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,125 miles
Average per year
2,594 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,796 miles
  • 2025 – 69,671 miles
  • 2024 – 67,756 miles
  • 2023 – 66,247 miles
  • 2022 – 65,544 miles
  • 2021 – 65,158 miles
  • 2020 – 64,562 miles
  • 2019 – 63,723 miles
  • 2018 – 61,737 miles
  • 2017 – 59,422 miles
  • 2016 – 57,456 miles
  • 2015 – 54,446 miles
  • 2014 – 51,730 miles
  • 2013 – 45,903 miles
  • 2012 – 43,358 miles
  • 2011 – 40,147 miles
  • 2010 – 36,921 miles
  • 2009 – 32,913 miles
  • 2008 – 28,831 miles
  • 2007 – 23,431 miles
  • 2006 – 19,011 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,796 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 7 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,796 miles (+1,125)17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    70,796 miles
    Test number
    652802670347
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass69,671 miles (+1,915)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    69,671 miles
    Test number
    783163045597
    • MinorFront Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Radiator leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass67,756 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    67,756 miles
    Test number
    758852912696
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail67,753 miles (+1,506)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,753 miles
    Test number
    847070098225
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass66,247 miles (+703)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    66,247 miles
    Test number
    996136318143
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass65,544 miles (+386)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    65,544 miles
    Test number
    946705510968
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass65,158 miles (+596)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    65,158 miles
    Test number
    855931160406
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass64,562 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    64,562 miles
    Test number
    739433959707
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Fail64,559 miles (+836)1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,559 miles
    Test number
    136539382527
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass63,723 miles (+1,986)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    63,723 miles
    Test number
    291627552838
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass61,737 miles (+2,315)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    61,737 miles
    Test number
    522656022480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,422 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    59,422 miles
    Test number
    802982514236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail59,422 miles (+1,966)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,422 miles
    Test number
    575361692569
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/65/15 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate deteriorated Both (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass57,456 miles (+3,010)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    57,456 miles
    Test number
    523351232453
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass54,446 miles (+2,716)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    54,446 miles
    Test number
    317193205450
    • 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)

  16. Pass51,730 miles (+5,827)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    51,730 miles
    Test number
    406682214210
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)

  17. Pass45,903 miles (+2,545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    45,903 miles
    Test number
    189549893138
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass43,358 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    43,358 miles
    Test number
    809074212261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail43,358 miles (+3,211)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,358 miles
    Test number
    828324812248
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  20. Pass40,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    40,147 miles
    Test number
    699385691121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail40,147 miles (+3,226)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,147 miles
    Test number
    258095791446
    • 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)

  22. Fail36,921 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,921 miles
    Test number
    260993500259
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass36,921 miles (+4,008)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    36,921 miles
    Test number
    523893700290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,913 miles (+4,082)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    32,913 miles
    Test number
    102632819288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,831 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    28,831 miles
    Test number
    210044918243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail28,831 miles (+5,400)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,831 miles
    Test number
    493224218272
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass23,431 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    23,431 miles
    Test number
    673361427272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail23,431 miles (+4,420)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,431 miles
    Test number
    103090727232
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass19,011 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    19,011 miles
    Test number
    772049016219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 ASO

Does LS51 ASO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS51 ASO is valid until 7 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS51 ASO?
The MOT on LS51 ASO is valid until 7 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS51 ASO done?
LS51 ASO was recorded at 70,796 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 2,594 miles a year.
Has LS51 ASO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 ASO has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LS51 ASO 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 LS51 ASO find?
LS51 ASO passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 17 advisories: coolant leak; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 14 more.

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