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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 1,896 cc

LS51 TVWMOT history

LS51 TVW is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 231,680 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2022.

LS51 TVW silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Feb 2023
Mileage
231,680 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,060 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 TVW
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
12 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 TVW was last recorded at 231,680 miles on 23 Feb 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
231,680 miles · 15 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,060 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 231,680 miles
  • 2021 – 226,432 miles
  • 2020 – 221,111 miles
  • 2019 – 213,678 miles
  • 2018 – 204,026 miles
  • 2017 – 197,503 miles
  • 2016 – 194,172 miles
  • 2015 – 190,700 miles
  • 2014 – 182,045 miles
  • 2013 – 172,200 miles
  • 2012 – 159,505 miles
  • 2011 – 141,076 miles
  • 2010 – 120,149 miles
  • 2009 – 106,211 miles
  • 2008 – 100,581 miles
  • 2006 – 89,698 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass231,680 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass231,680 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    231,680 miles
    Test number
    153255795525
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail231,680 miles (+5,248)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,680 miles
    Test number
    998370485409
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass226,432 miles (+1,801)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    226,432 miles
    Test number
    533428284047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail224,631 miles (+3,520)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,631 miles
    Test number
    152159970346
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  5. Pass221,111 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    221,111 miles
    Test number
    999182422552
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail221,111 miles (+7,433)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,111 miles
    Test number
    114640773681
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to major exhaust leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  7. Pass213,678 miles (+9,652)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    213,678 miles
    Test number
    563264391571
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass204,026 miles (+6,523)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    204,026 miles
    Test number
    577561506633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass197,503 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    197,503 miles
    Test number
    174175629718
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
  10. Fail197,503 miles (+3,331)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,503 miles
    Test number
    823222678219
    • Repaired at testFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
  11. Pass194,172 miles (+3,472)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    194,172 miles
    Test number
    636013562138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass190,700 miles (+8,655)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    190,700 miles
    Test number
    389109125040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass182,045 miles (+9,845)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    182,045 miles
    Test number
    355275114063
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Pass172,200 miles (+12,695)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    172,200 miles
    Test number
    256231133011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass159,505 miles (+18,429)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    159,505 miles
    Test number
    438339312097
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass141,076 miles (+20,927)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    141,076 miles
    Test number
    869987021059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass120,149 miles (+149)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    120,149 miles
    Test number
    241072530059
    • 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)
  18. Fail120,000 miles (+13,789)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,000 miles
    Test number
    763838620030
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • 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)
  19. Pass106,211 miles (+5,630)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    106,211 miles
    Test number
    941089129069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  20. Pass100,581 miles (+10,883)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    100,581 miles
    Test number
    473231138026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass89,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    89,698 miles
    Test number
    302804876174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 TVW

Does LS51 TVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS51 TVW expired on 22 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS51 TVW?
The MOT on LS51 TVW expired on 22 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS51 TVW done?
LS51 TVW was recorded at 231,680 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2022, an average of 9,060 miles a year.
Has LS51 TVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 TVW has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LS51 TVW 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 TVW find?
LS51 TVW passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive; power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded, and 1 more.

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