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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,595 cc

LS51 YRUMOT history

LS51 YRU is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 130,276 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

LS51 YRU black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Golf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Nov 2026
Mileage
130,276 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,470 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 YRU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 YRU was last recorded at 130,276 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,276 miles · 4 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,470 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 130,276 miles
  • 2024 – 129,927 miles
  • 2023 – 129,397 miles
  • 2022 – 128,623 miles
  • 2021 – 126,763 miles
  • 2020 – 126,125 miles
  • 2019 – 123,778 miles
  • 2018 – 120,917 miles
  • 2017 – 117,926 miles
  • 2016 – 114,422 miles
  • 2015 – 109,793 miles
  • 2014 – 105,360 miles
  • 2013 – 99,111 miles
  • 2012 – 92,435 miles
  • 2011 – 84,715 miles
  • 2010 – 77,224 miles
  • 2009 – 69,099 miles
  • 2008 – 61,686 miles
  • 2007 – 53,140 miles
  • 2006 – 42,900 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,276 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 Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,276 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    130,276 miles
    Test number
    944450454731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail130,276 miles (+349)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,276 miles
    Test number
    391780283926
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass129,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    129,927 miles
    Test number
    801490991049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail129,927 miles (+530)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,927 miles
    Test number
    328762928911
    • DangerousBurst water pipe / leaking to excess
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass129,397 miles (+774)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    129,397 miles
    Test number
    333493470622
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass128,623 miles (+564)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    128,623 miles
    Test number
    663028616329
    • AdvisoryVery slight oil leak from engine

  7. Pass128,059 miles (+1,296)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    128,059 miles
    Test number
    247550942240
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass126,763 miles (+638)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    126,763 miles
    Test number
    200131597282
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass126,125 miles (+2,347)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    126,125 miles
    Test number
    982247237886

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass123,778 miles (+2,861)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    123,778 miles
    Test number
    407254740362
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass120,917 miles (+2,991)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    120,917 miles
    Test number
    337762192763
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge

  12. Pass117,926 miles (+3,504)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    117,926 miles
    Test number
    568146739667
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass114,422 miles (+4,629)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    114,422 miles
    Test number
    264668994044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass109,793 miles (+4,433)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    109,793 miles
    Test number
    286158665041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass105,360 miles (+6,249)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    105,360 miles
    Test number
    198379494015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass99,111 miles (+6,676)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    99,111 miles
    Test number
    747364493025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass92,435 miles (+7,720)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    92,435 miles
    Test number
    825751502148
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOsr tyre worn on inner edge
    • NotePlastic covers fitted

  18. Pass84,715 miles (+7,491)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    84,715 miles
    Test number
    708624091052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Pass77,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    77,224 miles
    Test number
    163121190022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail77,223 miles (+8,124)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,223 miles
    Test number
    170821390083
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass69,099 miles (+7,413)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    69,099 miles
    Test number
    103106799448
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass61,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    61,686 miles
    Test number
    330817508135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail61,686 miles (+8,546)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,686 miles
    Test number
    223197308401
    • FailureFront Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Fail53,140 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,140 miles
    Test number
    291068007490
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass53,140 miles (+10,240)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    53,140 miles
    Test number
    981988307124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass42,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    42,900 miles
    Test number
    200489306442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 YRU

Does LS51 YRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS51 YRU is valid until 4 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS51 YRU?
The MOT on LS51 YRU is valid until 4 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS51 YRU done?
LS51 YRU was recorded at 130,276 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 4,470 miles a year.
Has LS51 YRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 YRU has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LS51 YRU 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 YRU find?
LS51 YRU passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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