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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

LS51 TPUMOT history

LS51 TPU is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 17 Oct 2001. Its MOT expired on 2 Dec 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 207,929 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2022.

LS51 TPU black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Dec 2023
Mileage
207,929 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
10,563 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 TPU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 TPU was last recorded at 207,929 miles on 3 Dec 2022, 104 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 May 2019: 103,035 miles, lower than 170,326 miles on 9 May 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
207,825 miles · 30 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
104 miles
Average per year
10,563 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 207,929 miles
  • 2021 – 194,502 miles
  • 2020 – 184,531 miles
  • 2019 – 103,035 miles
  • 2018 – 162,820 miles
  • 2017 – 158,378 miles
  • 2016 – 151,976 miles
  • 2015 – 139,355 miles
  • 2014 – 125,117 miles
  • 2013 – 110,912 miles
  • 2012 – 98,781 miles
  • 2011 – 87,797 miles
  • 2010 – 75,651 miles
  • 2009 – 62,617 miles
  • 2008 – 52,060 miles
  • 2007 – 40,083 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass207,929 miles
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass207,929 miles (+104)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    207,929 miles
    Test number
    493932944432
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail207,825 miles (+13,323)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,825 miles
    Test number
    558180215209
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides. (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass194,502 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    194,502 miles
    Test number
    272812534770
    • AdvisoryWipers not cancelling.

  4. Fail194,501 miles (+9,970)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,501 miles
    Test number
    508547084410
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryWipers not cancelling.

  5. Pass184,531 miles (+81,496)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    184,531 miles
    Test number
    736944742576
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))

  6. Pass103,035 miles (-67,291)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    103,035 miles
    Test number
    171299312326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail170,326 miles (+7,506)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,326 miles
    Test number
    262811929873
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass162,820 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    162,820 miles
    Test number
    123372265823
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail162,820 miles (+4,442)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,820 miles
    Test number
    506644858248
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass158,378 miles (+6,402)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    158,378 miles
    Test number
    694963889194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass151,976 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    151,976 miles
    Test number
    354762598922
    • 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 Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn

  12. Fail151,976 miles (+12,621)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,976 miles
    Test number
    203723432707
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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 Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn

  13. Pass139,355 miles (+14,238)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    139,355 miles
    Test number
    459823215096
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  14. Fail125,117 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,117 miles
    Test number
    105143514077
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  15. Pass125,117 miles (+14,205)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    125,117 miles
    Test number
    466303514040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass110,912 miles (+12,131)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    110,912 miles
    Test number
    419779803040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass98,781 miles (+10,984)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    98,781 miles
    Test number
    169790512084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass87,797 miles (+12,146)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    87,797 miles
    Test number
    129813811460
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass75,651 miles (+13,034)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    75,651 miles
    Test number
    601745910092
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn close to wear indicators

  20. Pass62,617 miles (+10,557)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    62,617 miles
    Test number
    161990519414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail52,060 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,060 miles
    Test number
    132008008486
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass52,060 miles (+11,977)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    52,060 miles
    Test number
    713208708091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    40,083 miles
    Test number
    102302817480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 TPU

Does LS51 TPU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 TPU expired on 2 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 TPU?
The MOT on LS51 TPU expired on 2 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 TPU done?
LS51 TPU was recorded at 207,929 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2022, an average of 10,563 miles a year.
Has LS51 TPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 TPU has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LS51 TPU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 May 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS51 TPU find?
LS51 TPU passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2022 with 2 advisories: parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides..

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