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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LB12 JXVMOT history

LB12 JXV is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 13 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 21 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 188,781 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Aug 2027
Mileage
188,781 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
14,337 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 JXV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
13 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 JXV was last recorded at 188,781 miles on 22 Aug 2026, 19 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,762 miles · 20 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
19 miles
Average per year
14,337 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 188,781 miles
  • 2025 – 169,437 miles
  • 2024 – 154,241 miles
  • 2023 – 137,041 miles
  • 2022 – 121,767 miles
  • 2021 – 108,197 miles
  • 2020 – 89,782 miles
  • 2019 – 75,283 miles
  • 2018 – 57,900 miles
  • 2017 – 50,980 miles
  • 2016 – 37,939 miles
  • 2015 – 29,578 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,781 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass188,781 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    188,781 miles
    Test number
    262252893681
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail188,762 miles (+19,325)2 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,762 miles
    Test number
    738408896571
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass169,437 miles (+15,196)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    169,437 miles
    Test number
    792469166118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass154,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    154,241 miles
    Test number
    683884936885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail154,240 miles (+17,199)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,240 miles
    Test number
    149630352726
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  6. Pass137,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    137,041 miles
    Test number
    731009865629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail137,041 miles (+15,274)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,041 miles
    Test number
    997229395799
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass121,767 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    121,767 miles
    Test number
    718012833243
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Fail121,767 miles (+13,570)4 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,767 miles
    Test number
    152513237973
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass108,197 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    108,197 miles
    Test number
    779855742934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail108,197 miles (+18,415)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,197 miles
    Test number
    966054570873
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass89,782 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    89,782 miles
    Test number
    691578188272
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  13. Fail89,782 miles (+14,499)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,782 miles
    Test number
    513085458270
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  14. Pass75,283 miles (+17,383)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    75,283 miles
    Test number
    434479882490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,900 miles (+6,920)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    57,900 miles
    Test number
    275124375011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,980 miles (+13,041)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    50,980 miles
    Test number
    999468877001
    • 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)
  17. Pass37,939 miles (+8,361)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    37,939 miles
    Test number
    486111490846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass29,578 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    29,578 miles
    Test number
    145886495149
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LB12 JXV

Does LB12 JXV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 JXV is valid until 21 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 JXV?
The MOT on LB12 JXV is valid until 21 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 JXV done?
LB12 JXV was recorded at 188,781 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2026, an average of 14,337 miles a year.
Has LB12 JXV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 JXV has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 JXV 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 JXV find?
LB12 JXV passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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