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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LB12 VCEMOT history

LB12 VCE is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 22 Aug 2012. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 104,614 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
104,614 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,769 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 VCE
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
22 Aug 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 VCE was last recorded at 104,614 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 52 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,562 miles · 28 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
52 miles
Average per year
7,769 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,614 miles
  • 2025 – 89,945 miles
  • 2024 – 77,759 miles
  • 2023 – 69,046 miles
  • 2022 – 62,947 miles
  • 2021 – 59,519 miles
  • 2020 – 56,108 miles
  • 2019 – 48,270 miles
  • 2018 – 40,576 miles
  • 2017 – 33,358 miles
  • 2016 – 25,978 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,614 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 15 Mar 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,614 miles (+52)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    104,614 miles
    Test number
    278642624364
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail104,562 miles (+14,617)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,562 miles
    Test number
    586436921549
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass89,945 miles (+258)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    89,945 miles
    Test number
    941168806636
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + nail (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail89,687 miles (+11,928)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,687 miles
    Test number
    331967758416
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working wingmirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + nail (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass77,759 miles (+33)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    77,759 miles
    Test number
    358030742372
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail77,726 miles (+8,680)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,726 miles
    Test number
    534776231688
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass69,046 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    69,046 miles
    Test number
    982415589081
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail69,046 miles (+6,099)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,046 miles
    Test number
    529528554683
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass62,947 miles (+3,428)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    62,947 miles
    Test number
    559629931304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass59,519 miles (+3,411)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    59,519 miles
    Test number
    677684249711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass56,108 miles (+7,838)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    56,108 miles
    Test number
    630094792813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,270 miles (+7,694)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    48,270 miles
    Test number
    570455422664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,576 miles (+7,218)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    40,576 miles
    Test number
    385493483638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass33,358 miles (+7,380)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    33,358 miles
    Test number
    625444240065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    25,978 miles
    Test number
    959669387578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail25,978 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,978 miles
    Test number
    947176354644
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about LB12 VCE

Does LB12 VCE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 VCE is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 VCE?
The MOT on LB12 VCE is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 VCE done?
LB12 VCE was recorded at 104,614 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 7,769 miles a year.
Has LB12 VCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 VCE has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 VCE 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 VCE find?
LB12 VCE passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; oil leak, but not excessive.

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