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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,792 cc

LS51 TPOMOT history

LS51 TPO is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Oct 2001. Its MOT expired on 24 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 147,699 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2025.

LS51 TPO black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Oct 2026
Mileage
147,699 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2025
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,216 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 TPO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,792 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 TPO was last recorded at 147,699 miles on 3 Oct 2025, 6,927 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,772 miles · 25 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
6,927 miles
Average per year
5,216 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 147,699 miles
  • 2024 – 140,772 miles
  • 2023 – 135,030 miles
  • 2021 – 133,001 miles
  • 2020 – 127,304 miles
  • 2019 – 122,828 miles
  • 2017 – 108,392 miles
  • 2016 – 99,363 miles
  • 2015 – 90,267 miles
  • 2014 – 83,982 miles
  • 2013 – 80,859 miles
  • 2012 – 80,757 miles
  • 2011 – 80,171 miles
  • 2010 – 80,149 miles
  • 2009 – 79,987 miles
  • 2008 – 70,899 miles
  • 2007 – 56,629 miles
  • 2006 – 48,417 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,699 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 Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,699 miles (+6,927)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    147,699 miles
    Test number
    410464533332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass140,772 miles (+5,742)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    140,772 miles
    Test number
    501181022660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass135,030 miles (+2,029)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    135,030 miles
    Test number
    996130132664
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  4. Pass133,001 miles (+5,697)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    133,001 miles
    Test number
    352348443242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass127,304 miles (+4,476)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    127,304 miles
    Test number
    278451755686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass122,828 miles (+6,717)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    122,828 miles
    Test number
    113764310714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass116,111 miles (+7,719)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    116,111 miles
    Test number
    589916611628
    • MinorNearside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass108,392 miles (+9,029)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    108,392 miles
    Test number
    239897319096
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit x4 (4.1.E.1)
  9. Pass99,363 miles (+46)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    99,363 miles
    Test number
    524589222575
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
  10. Fail99,317 miles (+9,050)2 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,317 miles
    Test number
    890644009664
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
  11. Pass90,267 miles (+6,285)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    90,267 miles
    Test number
    233886028039
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNsf and osf cv boot clips sl;ight weep from clips
  12. Pass83,982 miles (+3,123)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    83,982 miles
    Test number
    866022104326
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
  13. Pass80,859 miles (+102)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    80,859 miles
    Test number
    395531083432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Pass80,757 miles (+586)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    80,757 miles
    Test number
    508863592211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNsf tyre has cracks in tred,not down to cords at time of test
  15. Pass80,171 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    80,171 miles
    Test number
    425432801429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  16. Fail80,149 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,149 miles
    Test number
    640177500347
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
  17. Pass80,149 miles (+162)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    80,149 miles
    Test number
    670107800346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
  18. Pass79,987 miles (+9,088)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    79,987 miles
    Test number
    510767059297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,899 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    70,899 miles
    Test number
    554336468211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail70,809 miles (+14,180)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,809 miles
    Test number
    271331268298
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc cracked (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc cracked (3.5.1h)
    • 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)
  21. Pass56,629 miles (+8,212)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    56,629 miles
    Test number
    682211867230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    48,417 miles
    Test number
    102094066208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 TPO

Does LS51 TPO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 TPO expired on 24 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 TPO?
The MOT on LS51 TPO expired on 24 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 TPO done?
LS51 TPO was recorded at 147,699 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2025, an average of 5,216 miles a year.
Has LS51 TPO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 TPO has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2016.
Has the mileage on LS51 TPO 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 TPO find?
LS51 TPO passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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