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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

LB12 JKUMOT history

LB12 JKU is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 21 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 220,361 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
220,361 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
15,090 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 JKU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
21 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 JKU was last recorded at 220,361 miles on 5 May 2026, 9,315 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
211,046 miles · 7 May 2025
Between the last two tests
9,315 miles
Average per year
15,090 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 220,361 miles
  • 2025 – 211,046 miles
  • 2024 – 200,867 miles
  • 2023 – 187,853 miles
  • 2022 – 171,914 miles
  • 2021 – 160,967 miles
  • 2020 – 153,354 miles
  • 2019 – 136,331 miles
  • 2018 – 116,519 miles
  • 2017 – 96,942 miles
  • 2016 – 73,157 miles
  • 2015 – 54,776 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,361 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 15 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,361 miles (+9,315)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    220,361 miles
    Test number
    854351352305
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass211,046 miles (+10,179)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    211,046 miles
    Test number
    914759311280
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass200,867 miles (+13,014)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    200,867 miles
    Test number
    509526437371
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass187,853 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2024
    Odometer
    187,853 miles
    Test number
    706102639587
    • AdvisoryChip in screen
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail187,853 miles (+15,939)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,853 miles
    Test number
    182255809828
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip in screen
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass171,914 miles (+10,947)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    171,914 miles
    Test number
    767213283261
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass160,967 miles (+7,613)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    160,967 miles
    Test number
    553660330418
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres misshaped on inner
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass153,354 miles (+17,023)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    153,354 miles
    Test number
    917242909777
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass136,331 miles (+19,812)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    136,331 miles
    Test number
    131639538786
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and vehicle under trays fitted obscuring some components
  10. Pass116,519 miles (+19,577)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    116,519 miles
    Test number
    625665435389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly perished and wearing on inner edges
  11. Pass96,942 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    96,942 miles
    Test number
    274261295879
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  12. Fail96,937 miles (+23,780)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,937 miles
    Test number
    633797772223
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass73,157 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2017
    Odometer
    73,157 miles
    Test number
    362510534661
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
  14. Fail73,157 miles (+18,381)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,157 miles
    Test number
    431315107872
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
  15. Pass54,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    54,776 miles
    Test number
    259255735487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail54,776 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,776 miles
    Test number
    615435635192
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LB12 JKU

Does LB12 JKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 JKU is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 JKU?
The MOT on LB12 JKU is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 JKU done?
LB12 JKU was recorded at 220,361 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 15,090 miles a year.
Has LB12 JKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 JKU has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LB12 JKU 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 LB12 JKU find?
LB12 JKU passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; coil spring corroded both rears; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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