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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LP12 DWDMOT history

LP12 DWD is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 117,186 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Feb 2026.

LP12 DWD white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
117,186 mi
At MOT on 20 Feb 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,173 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 DWD
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
16 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 DWD was last recorded at 117,186 miles on 20 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,186 miles · 17 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,173 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,186 miles
  • 2025 – 101,764 miles
  • 2023 – 92,247 miles
  • 2022 – 86,905 miles
  • 2021 – 80,045 miles
  • 2020 – 73,000 miles
  • 2019 – 66,851 miles
  • 2018 – 54,199 miles
  • 2017 – 45,216 miles
  • 2016 – 38,053 miles
  • 2015 – 30,502 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,186 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn inner wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn inner wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension componts (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNear side front wing panel has damadgeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 14 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,186 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    117,186 miles
    Test number
    493392159906
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn inner wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn inner wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension componts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNear side front wing panel has damadge

  2. Fail117,186 miles (+15,422)2 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,186 miles
    Test number
    713402877977
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn inner wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn inner wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension componts (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNear side front wing panel has damadge

  3. Pass101,764 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    101,764 miles
    Test number
    945217930275
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Fail101,764 miles (+9,517)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,764 miles
    Test number
    475398706180
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass92,247 miles (+5,342)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    92,247 miles
    Test number
    887107151189
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass86,905 miles (+6,860)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    86,905 miles
    Test number
    624661888982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass80,045 miles (+7,045)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    80,045 miles
    Test number
    512768113811
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass73,000 miles (+6,149)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    73,000 miles
    Test number
    188422231605
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass66,851 miles (+12,652)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    66,851 miles
    Test number
    508196471793
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.14mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass54,199 miles (+8,983)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    54,199 miles
    Test number
    767673466792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass45,216 miles (+7,163)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    45,216 miles
    Test number
    929868637222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,053 miles (+7,551)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    38,053 miles
    Test number
    882232880577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass30,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    30,502 miles
    Test number
    799895895137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP12 DWD

Does LP12 DWD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP12 DWD is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP12 DWD?
The MOT on LP12 DWD is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP12 DWD done?
LP12 DWD was recorded at 117,186 miles at its MOT on 20 Feb 2026, an average of 8,173 miles a year.
Has LP12 DWD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 DWD has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LP12 DWD 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 LP12 DWD find?
LP12 DWD passed its latest MOT on 20 Feb 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front suspension component pin or bush slightly worn inner wishbone bush; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front suspension component pin or bush slightly worn inner wishbone bush, and 4 more.

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