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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

LB12 XBTMOT history

LB12 XBT is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 18 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 7 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 161,051 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Aug 2027
Mileage
161,051 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,104 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 XBT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
18 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 XBT was last recorded at 161,051 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 3,767 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,284 miles · 6 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,767 miles
Average per year
8,104 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,051 miles
  • 2025 – 157,284 miles
  • 2024 – 153,099 miles
  • 2023 – 149,671 miles
  • 2022 – 144,785 miles
  • 2021 – 141,413 miles
  • 2020 – 136,450 miles
  • 2019 – 129,791 miles
  • 2018 – 123,510 miles
  • 2017 – 119,431 miles
  • 2016 – 95,477 miles
  • 2015 – 71,463 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,051 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 17 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,051 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    161,051 miles
    Test number
    780457065673
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail161,051 miles (+3,767)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,051 miles
    Test number
    559111698027
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass157,284 miles (+4,185)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    157,284 miles
    Test number
    397189105726
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass153,099 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    153,099 miles
    Test number
    754338185064
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail153,099 miles (+3,428)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,099 miles
    Test number
    840358303806
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and rears (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to overheating (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass149,671 miles (+4,886)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    149,671 miles
    Test number
    639856047835
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass144,785 miles (+3,372)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    144,785 miles
    Test number
    742968614050
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass141,413 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    141,413 miles
    Test number
    537683089298
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail141,413 miles (+4,963)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,413 miles
    Test number
    495851134459
    • Repaired at testDriver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass136,450 miles (+6,659)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    136,450 miles
    Test number
    771743211434
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass129,791 miles (+6,281)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    129,791 miles
    Test number
    996833262646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass123,510 miles (+4,079)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    123,510 miles
    Test number
    487411911484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass119,431 miles (+23,954)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    119,431 miles
    Test number
    361571139417
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/r16 91v (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass95,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    95,477 miles
    Test number
    748929728729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail95,477 miles (+24,014)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,477 miles
    Test number
    235354670733
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  16. Pass71,463 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    71,463 miles
    Test number
    859468795144
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about LB12 XBT

Does LB12 XBT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 XBT is valid until 7 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 XBT?
The MOT on LB12 XBT is valid until 7 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 XBT done?
LB12 XBT was recorded at 161,051 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 8,104 miles a year.
Has LB12 XBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 XBT has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 XBT 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 XBT find?
LB12 XBT passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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