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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LB12 UEWMOT history

LB12 UEW is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 12 Jul 2012. Its MOT expired on 12 May 2026 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 167,126 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 12 May 2026
Mileage
167,126 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2025
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
15,084 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 UEW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
12 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 May 2026
Latest MOT test
13 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 UEW was last recorded at 167,126 miles on 13 May 2025, 89 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,037 miles · 7 May 2025
Between the last two tests
89 miles
Average per year
15,084 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 167,126 miles
  • 2024 – 161,125 miles
  • 2023 – 154,568 miles
  • 2022 – 147,322 miles
  • 2021 – 138,183 miles
  • 2020 – 133,226 miles
  • 2019 – 112,368 miles
  • 2018 – 82,358 miles
  • 2017 – 51,015 miles
  • 2016 – 21,074 miles
  • 2015 – 18,288 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,126 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

14 tests since 1 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,126 miles (+89)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    167,126 miles
    Test number
    514046044987
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail167,037 miles (+5,912)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,037 miles
    Test number
    942065355160
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  3. Pass161,125 miles (+6,557)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    161,125 miles
    Test number
    541135127760
    • 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))
  4. Pass154,568 miles (+7,246)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    154,568 miles
    Test number
    948040014394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass147,322 miles (+9,139)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    147,322 miles
    Test number
    605572336513
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass138,183 miles (+4,957)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    138,183 miles
    Test number
    797848872361
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass133,226 miles (+20,858)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    133,226 miles
    Test number
    499538110880
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass112,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    112,368 miles
    Test number
    547406091314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail112,368 miles (+30,010)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,368 miles
    Test number
    650479651311
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  10. Pass82,358 miles (+31,343)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    82,358 miles
    Test number
    963450823284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass51,015 miles (+29,941)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    51,015 miles
    Test number
    415165050102
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR TYRES WEREING ON INNER EDGES
  12. Pass21,074 miles (+2,786)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    21,074 miles
    Test number
    766604607073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass18,288 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    18,288 miles
    Test number
    505972085199
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEmission not Detected because the Vehicle is too clean
  14. Fail18,288 miles2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,288 miles
    Test number
    395552185195
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEmission not Detected because the Vehicle is too clean
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

Questions about LB12 UEW

Does LB12 UEW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB12 UEW expired on 12 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB12 UEW?
The MOT on LB12 UEW expired on 12 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB12 UEW done?
LB12 UEW was recorded at 167,126 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2025, an average of 15,084 miles a year.
Has LB12 UEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 UEW has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 UEW 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 UEW find?
LB12 UEW passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2025 with 1 minor defect: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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