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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LP12 EFXMOT history

LP12 EFX is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 26 Jun 2012. Its MOT expired on 16 Aug 2023 and it has passed 10 of 11 MOT tests, with 117,942 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2022.

LP12 EFX black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Aug 2023
Mileage
117,942 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2022
MOT tests
11
10 passed · 1 failed
Per year
11,555 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 EFX
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
26 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 EFX was last recorded at 117,942 miles on 13 Aug 2022, 13,579 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Feb 2019: 45,559 miles, lower than 65,989 miles on 4 Jun 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
104,363 miles · 12 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
13,579 miles
Average per year
11,555 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 117,942 miles
  • 2021 – 104,363 miles
  • 2020 – 82,573 miles
  • 2019 – 70,673 miles
  • 2018 – 65,989 miles
  • 2017 – 57,269 miles
  • 2016 – 46,020 miles
  • 2015 – 35,625 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,942 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside rear registration plate light lamp missing

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

11 tests since 29 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,942 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    117,942 miles
    Test number
    472664867453
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear registration plate light lamp missing

  2. Fail117,942 miles (+13,579)2 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,942 miles
    Test number
    443215194434
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear registration plate light lamp missing
    • AdvisoryUnable to inspect nearside front headlight adjuster from offside front seat

  3. Pass104,363 miles (+21,790)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    104,363 miles
    Test number
    144780377041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass82,573 miles (+3,621)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    82,573 miles
    Test number
    866789150723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass78,952 miles (+8,279)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    78,952 miles
    Test number
    502924166791
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass70,673 miles (+25,114)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    70,673 miles
    Test number
    935800090842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass45,559 miles (-20,430)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    45,559 miles
    Test number
    942874433769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass65,989 miles (+8,720)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    65,989 miles
    Test number
    763356006358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass57,269 miles (+11,249)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    57,269 miles
    Test number
    341851297626
    • AdvisoryFront both discs slightly worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre slightly out of shape

  10. Pass46,020 miles (+10,395)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    46,020 miles
    Test number
    460077308094
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass35,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    35,625 miles
    Test number
    236610085197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP12 EFX

Does LP12 EFX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP12 EFX expired on 16 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP12 EFX?
The MOT on LP12 EFX expired on 16 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP12 EFX done?
LP12 EFX was recorded at 117,942 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2022, an average of 11,555 miles a year.
Has LP12 EFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 EFX has failed 1 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LP12 EFX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Feb 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LP12 EFX find?
LP12 EFX passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear registration plate light lamp missing.

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