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Volkswagen Golf

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,595 cc

LV51 FHPMOT history

LV51 FHP is a green petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 7 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 139,003 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2026.

LV51 FHP green Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
139,003 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,128 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LV51 FHP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LV51 FHP was last recorded at 139,003 miles on 15 Aug 2026, 4,022 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,981 miles · 9 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,022 miles
Average per year
4,128 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,003 miles
  • 2025 – 134,981 miles
  • 2024 – 129,008 miles
  • 2023 – 120,107 miles
  • 2022 – 113,801 miles
  • 2021 – 109,531 miles
  • 2020 – 107,278 miles
  • 2019 – 104,971 miles
  • 2018 – 100,718 miles
  • 2017 – 97,204 miles
  • 2016 – 93,494 miles
  • 2015 – 89,688 miles
  • 2014 – 85,707 miles
  • 2013 – 81,669 miles
  • 2012 – 79,246 miles
  • 2011 – 75,742 miles
  • 2010 – 72,561 miles
  • 2009 – 68,209 miles
  • 2008 – 63,876 miles
  • 2007 – 60,048 miles
  • 2006 – 56,292 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,003 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

33 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,003 miles (+4,022)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    139,003 miles
    Test number
    806677812531
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass134,981 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    134,981 miles
    Test number
    614551997823
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail134,981 miles (+5,973)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,981 miles
    Test number
    547816798447
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass129,008 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    129,008 miles
    Test number
    105714987608
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail129,008 miles (+8,901)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,008 miles
    Test number
    212399022312
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass120,107 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    120,107 miles
    Test number
    298311793434
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail120,107 miles (+6,306)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,107 miles
    Test number
    293440743413
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass113,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    113,801 miles
    Test number
    840741991694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail113,786 miles (+4,255)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,786 miles
    Test number
    102961817962
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  10. Pass109,531 miles (+2,253)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    109,531 miles
    Test number
    529244909420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass107,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    107,278 miles
    Test number
    857279523961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail107,278 miles (+2,307)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,278 miles
    Test number
    763638743065
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass104,971 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    104,971 miles
    Test number
    656287262145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail104,954 miles (+4,236)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,954 miles
    Test number
    472295982521
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  15. Pass100,718 miles (+3,514)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    100,718 miles
    Test number
    148293062898
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  16. Pass97,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    97,204 miles
    Test number
    255357462986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail97,193 miles (+3,699)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,193 miles
    Test number
    329755708792
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edges (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass93,494 miles (+3,806)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    93,494 miles
    Test number
    297098763120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass89,688 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    89,688 miles
    Test number
    306193605263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail89,688 miles (+3,981)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,688 miles
    Test number
    246093205247
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass85,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    85,707 miles
    Test number
    737046474145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail85,707 miles (+4,038)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,707 miles
    Test number
    388026174162
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass81,669 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    81,669 miles
    Test number
    999867673116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail81,665 miles (+2,419)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,665 miles
    Test number
    475215173117
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  25. Pass79,246 miles (+3,504)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    79,246 miles
    Test number
    518629792111
    • NoteCENTRE STOP LIGHT NOT WORKING.

  26. Pass75,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    75,742 miles
    Test number
    255309391155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail75,733 miles (+3,172)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,733 miles
    Test number
    205539491189
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  28. Pass72,561 miles (+4,352)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    72,561 miles
    Test number
    673158600231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass68,209 miles (+4,333)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    68,209 miles
    Test number
    813706619276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass63,876 miles (+3,828)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    63,876 miles
    Test number
    263505328259
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  31. Pass60,048 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    60,048 miles
    Test number
    454482917279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail60,048 miles (+3,756)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,048 miles
    Test number
    322352517484
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  33. Pass56,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    56,292 miles
    Test number
    464323616289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LV51 FHP

Does LV51 FHP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LV51 FHP is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LV51 FHP?
The MOT on LV51 FHP is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LV51 FHP done?
LV51 FHP was recorded at 139,003 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2026, an average of 4,128 miles a year.
Has LV51 FHP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LV51 FHP has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LV51 FHP 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 LV51 FHP find?
LV51 FHP passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: front subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; oil leak, but not excessive.

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