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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LD12 KAOMOT history

LD12 KAO is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 14 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 140,813 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.

LD12 KAO blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Feb 2027
Mileage
140,813 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,590 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD12 KAO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD12 KAO was last recorded at 140,813 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 14,018 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
126,795 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
14,018 miles
Average per year
10,590 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,813 miles
  • 2025 – 126,795 miles
  • 2024 – 109,897 miles
  • 2023 – 92,411 miles
  • 2022 – 74,909 miles
  • 2021 – 71,452 miles
  • 2020 – 67,315 miles
  • 2019 – 60,916 miles
  • 2018 – 52,022 miles
  • 2017 – 43,470 miles
  • 2016 – 33,321 miles
  • 2015 – 25,213 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,813 miles
  • 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))

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 12 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,813 miles (+14,018)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    140,813 miles
    Test number
    948817727429
    • 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))

  2. Pass126,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    126,795 miles
    Test number
    986569715653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail126,789 miles (+16,892)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,789 miles
    Test number
    803188020820
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass109,897 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    109,897 miles
    Test number
    657851939658
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail109,892 miles (+17,481)4 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,892 miles
    Test number
    178486375076
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just legal (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass92,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    92,411 miles
    Test number
    608843387942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail92,411 miles (+17,502)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,411 miles
    Test number
    225248011829
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass74,909 miles (+3,457)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    74,909 miles
    Test number
    979984447526
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass71,452 miles (+4,137)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    71,452 miles
    Test number
    779988638382
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Pass67,315 miles (+6,399)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    67,315 miles
    Test number
    246242374411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,916 miles (+8,894)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    60,916 miles
    Test number
    888702366736
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass52,022 miles (+8,552)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    52,022 miles
    Test number
    220737799994
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre sidewall perished

  13. Pass43,470 miles (+10,149)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    43,470 miles
    Test number
    467330523218
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn edges and low on tread

  14. Pass33,321 miles (+8,108)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    33,321 miles
    Test number
    998448415831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    25,213 miles
    Test number
    529571775015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD12 KAO

Does LD12 KAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD12 KAO is valid until 14 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD12 KAO?
The MOT on LD12 KAO is valid until 14 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD12 KAO done?
LD12 KAO was recorded at 140,813 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 10,590 miles a year.
Has LD12 KAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD12 KAO has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LD12 KAO 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 LD12 KAO find?
LD12 KAO passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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