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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,595 cc

LS51 TPXMOT history

LS51 TPX is a blue petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 94,617 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2024.

LS51 TPX blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 May 2025
Mileage
94,617 mi
At MOT on 23 May 2024
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,308 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 TPX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
13 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 May 2025
Latest MOT test
23 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 TPX was last recorded at 94,617 miles on 23 May 2024, 2,731 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,886 miles · 28 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
2,731 miles
Average per year
4,308 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 94,617 miles
  • 2023 – 91,886 miles
  • 2022 – 91,614 miles
  • 2021 – 89,263 miles
  • 2020 – 73,457 miles
  • 2019 – 71,194 miles
  • 2018 – 67,642 miles
  • 2017 – 64,637 miles
  • 2016 – 60,718 miles
  • 2015 – 56,401 miles
  • 2014 – 51,501 miles
  • 2013 – 46,102 miles
  • 2012 – 41,955 miles
  • 2011 – 31,706 miles
  • 2010 – 28,090 miles
  • 2009 – 27,004 miles
  • 2008 – 24,643 miles
  • 2007 – 21,663 miles
  • 2006 – 18,254 miles
  • 2005 – 14,436 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,617 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,617 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    94,617 miles
    Test number
    531659457186
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail94,617 miles (+2,731)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,617 miles
    Test number
    119879130403
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass91,886 miles (+272)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    91,886 miles
    Test number
    279543539409
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken, exhaust still supported
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryFront number plate deteriorated
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre perished
  4. Fail91,614 miles (+2,351)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,614 miles
    Test number
    488283764310
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Excessively perished, inner sidewall split to cords. 22Years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  5. Pass89,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    89,263 miles
    Test number
    217072427170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail89,263 miles (+15,806)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,263 miles
    Test number
    639816187719
    • MajorCentral Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction emi on (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt missing cv boots locking parts both side (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt missing clip from cv boots (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  7. Pass73,457 miles (+2,263)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    73,457 miles
    Test number
    174741966513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass71,194 miles (+3,552)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    71,194 miles
    Test number
    154758368863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,642 miles (+3,005)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    67,642 miles
    Test number
    423387639922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass64,637 miles (+3,919)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    64,637 miles
    Test number
    477819626471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,718 miles (+4,317)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    60,718 miles
    Test number
    161355494903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass56,401 miles (+4,900)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    56,401 miles
    Test number
    615187725231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,501 miles (+5,399)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    51,501 miles
    Test number
    296678324203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass46,102 miles (+4,147)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    46,102 miles
    Test number
    717389923270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
  15. Pass41,955 miles (+10,249)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    41,955 miles
    Test number
    135694132206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,706 miles (+3,616)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    31,706 miles
    Test number
    926281601353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,090 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    28,090 miles
    Test number
    780603690230
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Fail28,077 miles (+1,073)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,077 miles
    Test number
    761858680281
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass27,004 miles (+2,361)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    27,004 miles
    Test number
    991486889299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,643 miles (+2,980)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    24,643 miles
    Test number
    370157188275
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass21,663 miles (+3,409)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    21,663 miles
    Test number
    800189187224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,254 miles (+3,818)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    18,254 miles
    Test number
    304931396439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    14,436 miles
    Test number
    434205485285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 TPX

Does LS51 TPX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 TPX expired on 22 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 TPX?
The MOT on LS51 TPX expired on 22 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 TPX done?
LS51 TPX was recorded at 94,617 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2024, an average of 4,308 miles a year.
Has LS51 TPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 TPX has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LS51 TPX 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 TPX find?
LS51 TPX passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2024 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear service brake grabbing slightly, and 2 more.

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