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Red · Petrol · 2012 · 999 cc

LB12 UERMOT history

LB12 UER is a red petrol Volkswagen UP first used on 6 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 66,569 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
66,569 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,533 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 UER
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
UP
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
6 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 UER was last recorded at 66,569 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,569 miles · 15 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,533 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,569 miles
  • 2025 – 63,255 miles
  • 2024 – 60,085 miles
  • 2023 – 55,569 miles
  • 2022 – 50,080 miles
  • 2021 – 46,955 miles
  • 2020 – 43,227 miles
  • 2018 – 33,482 miles
  • 2017 – 22,735 miles
  • 2016 – 13,077 miles
  • 2015 – 8,045 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,569 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 24 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,569 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    66,569 miles
    Test number
    152027348112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  2. Fail66,569 miles (+3,314)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,569 miles
    Test number
    803588919335
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  3. Pass63,255 miles (+3,170)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    63,255 miles
    Test number
    142522025300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass60,085 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    60,085 miles
    Test number
    495618593552
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail60,085 miles (+95)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,085 miles
    Test number
    777867796648
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail59,990 miles (+4,421)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,990 miles
    Test number
    906841901789
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner rack ends slight play

  7. Pass55,569 miles (+5,489)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    55,569 miles
    Test number
    383125699464
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass50,080 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    50,080 miles
    Test number
    463122610003
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs deterioated + look to be close to minimum thickness

  9. Fail50,080 miles (+3,125)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,080 miles
    Test number
    304366391485
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs deterioated + look to be close to minimum thickness

  10. Pass46,955 miles (+3,728)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    46,955 miles
    Test number
    427678303479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass43,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    43,227 miles
    Test number
    430327099674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail43,227 miles (+9,745)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,227 miles
    Test number
    849260672024
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass33,482 miles (+10,747)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    33,482 miles
    Test number
    146589950416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass22,735 miles (+9,658)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    22,735 miles
    Test number
    881613792577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass13,077 miles (+5,032)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    13,077 miles
    Test number
    183666304753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass8,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    8,045 miles
    Test number
    319465075181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 UER

Does LB12 UER currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 UER is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 UER?
The MOT on LB12 UER is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 UER done?
LB12 UER was recorded at 66,569 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 5,533 miles a year.
Has LB12 UER ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 UER has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 UER 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 UER find?
LB12 UER passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front road wheel slightly distorted.

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