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Grey · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

LB12 YTJMOT history

LB12 YTJ is a grey petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 20 Aug 2012. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 105,595 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jan 2027
Mileage
105,595 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,817 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 YTJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Aug 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 YTJ was last recorded at 105,595 miles on 10 Jan 2026, 5,938 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
99,657 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,938 miles
Average per year
7,817 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,595 miles
  • 2025 – 99,657 miles
  • 2024 – 98,910 miles
  • 2023 – 90,400 miles
  • 2022 – 82,520 miles
  • 2021 – 75,027 miles
  • 2019 – 54,227 miles
  • 2018 – 49,693 miles
  • 2017 – 41,810 miles
  • 2016 – 34,827 miles
  • 2015 – 24,501 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,595 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) RECOMMEND EARLY ATTENTION

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.

  • Slight play in nearside steering rack end

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 27 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,595 miles (+5,938)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    105,595 miles
    Test number
    865439284865
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) RECOMMEND EARLY ATTENTION

  2. Pass99,657 miles (+747)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    99,657 miles
    Test number
    246988925526
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring some components.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass98,910 miles (+8,510)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    98,910 miles
    Test number
    719377739726
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside steering rack end

  4. Pass90,400 miles (+7,880)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    90,400 miles
    Test number
    316350118998
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside steering rack end

  5. Pass82,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    82,520 miles
    Test number
    289423873150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail82,520 miles (+7,493)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,520 miles
    Test number
    830481284428
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass75,027 miles (+20,800)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    75,027 miles
    Test number
    342501139547
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Pass54,227 miles (+4,534)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    54,227 miles
    Test number
    883387439775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass49,693 miles (+7,883)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    49,693 miles
    Test number
    900548852128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass41,810 miles (+6,983)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    41,810 miles
    Test number
    398174895398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass34,827 miles (+10,326)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    34,827 miles
    Test number
    816825315678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass24,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    24,501 miles
    Test number
    794245771051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail24,501 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,501 miles
    Test number
    845756350362
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated badly cracked (7.2.4c)

Questions about LB12 YTJ

Does LB12 YTJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 YTJ is valid until 17 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 YTJ?
The MOT on LB12 YTJ is valid until 17 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 YTJ done?
LB12 YTJ was recorded at 105,595 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2026, an average of 7,817 miles a year.
Has LB12 YTJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 YTJ has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LB12 YTJ 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 YTJ find?
LB12 YTJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s) recommend early attention.

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