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Volkswagen Golf

Red · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

LB12 WDXMOT history

LB12 WDX is a red petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 17 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 59,716 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Apr 2027
Mileage
59,716 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,140 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 WDX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 WDX was last recorded at 59,716 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Mar 2020: 40,962 miles, lower than 53,698 miles on 17 Apr 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
59,709 miles · 17 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
4,140 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,716 miles
  • 2025 – 56,201 miles
  • 2024 – 52,795 miles
  • 2023 – 48,990 miles
  • 2022 – 45,433 miles
  • 2021 – 42,522 miles
  • 2020 – 40,962 miles
  • 2019 – 53,698 miles
  • 2018 – 29,611 miles
  • 2017 – 23,950 miles
  • 2016 – 17,817 miles
  • 2015 – 15,617 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,716 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Coolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s and n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))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.

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass59,716 miles (+7)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    59,716 miles
    Test number
    140573070388
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s and n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail59,709 miles (+3,508)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,709 miles
    Test number
    148133798790
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s and n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass56,201 miles (+3,406)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    56,201 miles
    Test number
    704919367448
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass52,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    52,795 miles
    Test number
    744356312298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail52,795 miles (+3,805)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,795 miles
    Test number
    913465728557
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

  6. Pass48,990 miles (+3,557)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    48,990 miles
    Test number
    768135357906
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted not allowing full inspection

  7. Pass45,433 miles (+2,911)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    45,433 miles
    Test number
    563940726666
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass42,522 miles (+1,560)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    42,522 miles
    Test number
    442001465367
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass40,962 miles (-12,736)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    40,962 miles
    Test number
    176336795607
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s and n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass53,698 miles (+18,007)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    53,698 miles
    Test number
    461773169273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail35,691 miles (+6,080)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,691 miles
    Test number
    723613307396
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass29,611 miles (+5,661)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    29,611 miles
    Test number
    803444442685
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  13. Pass23,950 miles (+6,133)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    23,950 miles
    Test number
    736559842531
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front tyres starting to perish in tread

  14. Pass17,817 miles (+2,200)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    17,817 miles
    Test number
    823561004162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass15,617 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    15,617 miles
    Test number
    794722006227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 WDX

Does LB12 WDX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 WDX is valid until 17 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 WDX?
The MOT on LB12 WDX is valid until 17 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 WDX done?
LB12 WDX was recorded at 59,716 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 4,140 miles a year.
Has LB12 WDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 WDX has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 WDX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Mar 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB12 WDX find?
LB12 WDX passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s rear bushes; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.

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