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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LP12 DXAMOT history

LP12 DXA is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 16 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 123,745 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

LP12 DXA black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
123,745 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,157 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 DXA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
16 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 DXA was last recorded at 123,745 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 12,541 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
111,204 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
12,541 miles
Average per year
7,157 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,745 miles
  • 2025 – 111,204 miles
  • 2024 – 101,219 miles
  • 2023 – 91,374 miles
  • 2022 – 87,133 miles
  • 2021 – 81,994 miles
  • 2020 – 80,741 miles
  • 2019 – 73,272 miles
  • 2018 – 69,387 miles
  • 2017 – 66,086 miles
  • 2016 – 54,783 miles
  • 2015 – 44,721 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,745 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 5 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,745 miles (+12,541)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    123,745 miles
    Test number
    431799733875
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass111,204 miles (+9,985)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    111,204 miles
    Test number
    362842348132
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass101,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    101,219 miles
    Test number
    930218622946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail101,219 miles (+9,845)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,219 miles
    Test number
    878584035789
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass91,374 miles (+4,241)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    91,374 miles
    Test number
    381066055266
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass87,133 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    87,133 miles
    Test number
    257684791751
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail87,133 miles (+5,139)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,133 miles
    Test number
    788675611627
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass81,994 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    81,994 miles
    Test number
    580658430555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail81,994 miles (+1,253)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,994 miles
    Test number
    725340486539
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass80,741 miles (+7,469)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    80,741 miles
    Test number
    244246835569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass73,272 miles (+3,885)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,272 miles
    Test number
    807392481136
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass69,387 miles (+3,301)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    69,387 miles
    Test number
    185261320916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,086 miles (+11,303)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    66,086 miles
    Test number
    735400261273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass54,783 miles (+10,062)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    54,783 miles
    Test number
    939946222969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    44,721 miles
    Test number
    886367015246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP12 DXA

Does LP12 DXA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP12 DXA is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP12 DXA?
The MOT on LP12 DXA is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP12 DXA done?
LP12 DXA was recorded at 123,745 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 7,157 miles a year.
Has LP12 DXA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 DXA has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LP12 DXA 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 DXA find?
LP12 DXA passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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