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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

LC12 LBZMOT history

LC12 LBZ is a black petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 88,004 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

LC12 LBZ black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
88,004 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,975 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC12 LBZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC12 LBZ was last recorded at 88,004 miles on 22 May 2026, 8,524 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
79,480 miles · 12 May 2025
Between the last two tests
8,524 miles
Average per year
6,975 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,004 miles
  • 2025 – 79,480 miles
  • 2024 – 69,877 miles
  • 2023 – 60,945 miles
  • 2022 – 50,132 miles
  • 2021 – 40,332 miles
  • 2020 – 31,999 miles
  • 2019 – 29,023 miles
  • 2018 – 24,660 miles
  • 2017 – 20,394 miles
  • 2016 – 15,990 miles
  • 2015 – 11,352 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,004 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 26 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,004 miles (+8,524)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    88,004 miles
    Test number
    538161626019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass79,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    79,480 miles
    Test number
    737861307992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail79,470 miles (+9,593)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,470 miles
    Test number
    792325580197
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass69,877 miles (+8,932)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2025
    Odometer
    69,877 miles
    Test number
    463569407534
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass60,945 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2024
    Odometer
    60,945 miles
    Test number
    847792219582
    • MinorOther passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed boot has issue with lock the locks needs to change (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  6. Fail60,945 miles (+10,813)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,945 miles
    Test number
    724207861627
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOther passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed boot has issue with lock the locks needs to change (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  7. Pass50,132 miles (+9,800)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    50,132 miles
    Test number
    730003386925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass40,332 miles (+8,333)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    40,332 miles
    Test number
    387284689540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass31,999 miles (+2,976)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    31,999 miles
    Test number
    445159520959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass29,023 miles (+4,363)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    29,023 miles
    Test number
    455619856731
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass24,660 miles (+4,266)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    24,660 miles
    Test number
    461344192619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass20,394 miles (+4,404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    20,394 miles
    Test number
    357204659496
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass15,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    15,990 miles
    Test number
    918519021675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail15,990 miles (+4,638)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,990 miles
    Test number
    598796762908
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  15. Pass11,352 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    11,352 miles
    Test number
    456356445187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LC12 LBZ

Does LC12 LBZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC12 LBZ is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC12 LBZ?
The MOT on LC12 LBZ is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC12 LBZ done?
LC12 LBZ was recorded at 88,004 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 6,975 miles a year.
Has LC12 LBZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC12 LBZ has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LC12 LBZ 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 LC12 LBZ find?
LC12 LBZ passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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