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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LB12 XDRMOT history

LB12 XDR is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 86,870 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
86,870 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,157 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 XDR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 XDR was last recorded at 86,870 miles on 15 Aug 2026, 3,849 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
83,021 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,849 miles
Average per year
5,157 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,870 miles
  • 2025 – 83,021 miles
  • 2024 – 78,939 miles
  • 2023 – 75,731 miles
  • 2022 – 72,427 miles
  • 2021 – 69,990 miles
  • 2020 – 66,473 miles
  • 2019 – 59,803 miles
  • 2018 – 52,875 miles
  • 2017 – 46,773 miles
  • 2016 – 39,558 miles
  • 2015 – 29,401 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,870 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass86,870 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    86,870 miles
    Test number
    331914315253
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail86,870 miles (+3,849)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,870 miles
    Test number
    318988747698
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass83,021 miles (+4,082)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    83,021 miles
    Test number
    403405288651
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective BOTH SIDE (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass78,939 miles (+3,208)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    78,939 miles
    Test number
    243355247382
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass75,731 miles (+3,304)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    75,731 miles
    Test number
    549037051167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass72,427 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    72,427 miles
    Test number
    167718348528
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))

  7. Fail72,427 miles (+2,437)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,427 miles
    Test number
    210675921371
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))

  8. Pass69,990 miles (+3,517)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    69,990 miles
    Test number
    851230283657
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass66,473 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    66,473 miles
    Test number
    857372809959
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail66,473 miles (+6,670)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,473 miles
    Test number
    948443655646
    • MajorNearside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury side mirror repeater lenses, (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass59,803 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    59,803 miles
    Test number
    693866445098
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged nearside
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking

  12. Fail59,803 miles (+6,928)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,803 miles
    Test number
    131470486859
    • MajorBumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted nearside front (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNail in tyre nearside rear
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged nearside
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre cracking

  13. Pass52,875 miles (+6,102)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    52,875 miles
    Test number
    631517381214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass46,773 miles (+7,215)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    46,773 miles
    Test number
    852662620298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass39,558 miles (+10,157)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    39,558 miles
    Test number
    283239156869
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass29,401 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    29,401 miles
    Test number
    948375075174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB12 XDR

Does LB12 XDR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 XDR is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 XDR?
The MOT on LB12 XDR is valid until 27 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 XDR done?
LB12 XDR was recorded at 86,870 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2026, an average of 5,157 miles a year.
Has LB12 XDR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 XDR has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 XDR 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 XDR find?
LB12 XDR passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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