51BEN - VOLKSWAGEN GOLF
MOT: ValidGB
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Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 23 MOT tests
A 1997 Volkswagen Golf, registration 51BEN, registered in February 1997, finished in silver. The vehicle is powered by a 1896cc diesel engine. It has a current MOT valid until 20 January 2026, with the latest test conducted on 21 January 2025. The car has recorded a mileage of 72,127 miles and is currently taxed. The MOT advisories include minor issues with the near and offside steering rack gaiters, which are damaged but do not pose a safety risk.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
23
Passed Tests
20
Failed Tests
3
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 21 January 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 72,127 mi
Expires: 20 January 2026
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- Minor Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- Minor Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Failed - 21 January 2025 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 72,127 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- Minor Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- Minor Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Passed - 03 January 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 55,510 mi
Expires: 20 January 2025
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
Passed - 16 January 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 40,278 mi
Expires: 20 January 2024
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very near minimum limit (5.2.3 (e))
Failed - 16 January 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 40,277 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very near minimum limit (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Passed - 22 December 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 33,765 mi
Expires: 20 January 2023
Passed - 13 January 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 32,204 mi
Expires: 20 January 2022
Passed - 09 January 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 30,591 mi
Expires: 20 January 2021
Passed - 15 January 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 27,713 mi
Expires: 20 January 2020
Passed - 11 January 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 25,178 mi
Expires: 20 January 2019
Passed - 10 January 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 23,929 mi
Expires: 20 January 2018
Passed - 08 January 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 23,178 mi
Expires: 20 January 2017
Passed - 07 January 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 22,046 mi
Expires: 20 January 2016
Passed - 15 January 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 22,031 mi
Expires: 20 January 2015
Passed - 10 January 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 21,317 mi
Expires: 20 January 2014
Passed - 17 January 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 20,606 mi
Expires: 20 January 2013
Passed - 10 January 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 19,069 mi
Expires: 20 January 2012
Failed - 10 January 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 19,069 mi
Passed - 12 January 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 17,215 mi
Expires: 20 January 2011
Passed - 09 January 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 15,750 mi
Expires: 20 January 2010
Passed - 10 January 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 14,777 mi
Expires: 20 January 2009
Passed - 09 January 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 14,301 mi
Expires: 20 January 2008
Passed - 11 January 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 12,792 mi
Expires: 20 January 2007
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for 51BEN?
The MOT expires on 20 January 2026.
What is the tax status of 51BEN?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 June 2025.
What are the specifications of 51BEN?
This is a 1997 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF in Silver. It runs on Diesel with a 1896cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of 51BEN?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.