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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LB12 LNJMOT history

LB12 LNJ is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 126,560 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
126,560 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,695 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 LNJ
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
2 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 LNJ was last recorded at 126,560 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,560 miles · 28 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,695 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,560 miles
  • 2025 – 119,851 miles
  • 2024 – 108,626 miles
  • 2023 – 103,651 miles
  • 2022 – 94,574 miles
  • 2021 – 87,929 miles
  • 2020 – 83,438 miles
  • 2019 – 72,677 miles
  • 2018 – 60,240 miles
  • 2017 – 49,889 miles
  • 2016 – 38,640 miles
  • 2015 – 30,053 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,560 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2020

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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Body component slightly loose bumper

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 23 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,560 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    126,560 miles
    Test number
    501513246414
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail126,560 miles (+23)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,560 miles
    Test number
    734988170180
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail126,537 miles (+6,686)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,537 miles
    Test number
    864255530408
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Bumper insecure both sides (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass119,851 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    119,851 miles
    Test number
    870146009953
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement block bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement block bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Body component slightly loose bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail119,851 miles (+11,225)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,851 miles
    Test number
    575144240677
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement block bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement block bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Body component slightly loose bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass108,626 miles (+4,975)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    108,626 miles
    Test number
    609186154134
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (BLOCK TYPE) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH SPLITTING (BLOCK TYPE) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Body component slightly loose BUMPER (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass103,651 miles (+9,077)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    103,651 miles
    Test number
    665588255369
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (BLOCK TYPE) ON LIMIT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (BLOCK TYPE) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear BUMPER SLIGHTY INSECURE (SIDES)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass94,574 miles (+6,645)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    94,574 miles
    Test number
    833363200626
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass87,929 miles (+4,491)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    87,929 miles
    Test number
    465388442974
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface DAMAGED/ (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge LOW EDGES (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect MISTING (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect MISTING (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass83,438 miles (+10,761)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    83,438 miles
    Test number
    460021814987
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass72,677 miles (+12,437)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    72,677 miles
    Test number
    806722221169
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect LIGHT MISTING (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass60,240 miles (+10,351)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    60,240 miles
    Test number
    813844562647
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass49,889 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    49,889 miles
    Test number
    748858389873
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Fail49,881 miles (+11,241)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,881 miles
    Test number
    443477437117
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Pass38,640 miles (+8,587)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    38,640 miles
    Test number
    787827317745
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass30,053 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    30,053 miles
    Test number
    575844475188
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing unevenly
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing slightly uneven

Questions about LB12 LNJ

Does LB12 LNJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 LNJ is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 LNJ?
The MOT on LB12 LNJ is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 LNJ done?
LB12 LNJ was recorded at 126,560 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 8,695 miles a year.
Has LB12 LNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 LNJ has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 LNJ 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 LNJ find?
LB12 LNJ passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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