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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

LP61 DXOMOT history

LP61 DXO is a silver petrol Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 126,267 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

LP61 DXO silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
126,267 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,651 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP61 DXO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
25 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP61 DXO was last recorded at 126,267 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,246 miles · 7 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
8,651 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,267 miles
  • 2025 – 117,404 miles
  • 2024 – 104,285 miles
  • 2023 – 90,390 miles
  • 2022 – 77,811 miles
  • 2021 – 64,533 miles
  • 2020 – 50,919 miles
  • 2019 – 48,069 miles
  • 2018 – 43,912 miles
  • 2017 – 39,691 miles
  • 2016 – 34,926 miles
  • 2015 – 30,125 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,267 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened over heated (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 21% (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 31 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,267 miles (+21)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    126,267 miles
    Test number
    485388036627
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened over heated (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 21% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail126,246 miles (+8,842)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,246 miles
    Test number
    432164594406
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened over heated (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 21% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass117,404 miles (+13,119)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    117,404 miles
    Test number
    368579597843
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass104,285 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    104,285 miles
    Test number
    832971350031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail104,285 miles (+13,895)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,285 miles
    Test number
    656075259739
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass90,390 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    90,390 miles
    Test number
    429551610964
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail90,390 miles (+12,579)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,390 miles
    Test number
    516527505967
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass77,811 miles (+13,278)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    77,811 miles
    Test number
    475653898724
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  9. Pass64,533 miles (+13,614)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    64,533 miles
    Test number
    565617184025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass50,919 miles (+2,850)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    50,919 miles
    Test number
    972864377858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass48,069 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    48,069 miles
    Test number
    445988025173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail48,069 miles (+4,157)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,069 miles
    Test number
    572655398178
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass43,912 miles (+4,221)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    43,912 miles
    Test number
    647872895390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,691 miles (+4,765)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    39,691 miles
    Test number
    457223128639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,926 miles (+4,801)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    34,926 miles
    Test number
    483869939087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracked on tread

  16. Pass30,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    30,125 miles
    Test number
    307492315431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP61 DXO

Does LP61 DXO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP61 DXO is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP61 DXO?
The MOT on LP61 DXO is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP61 DXO done?
LP61 DXO was recorded at 126,267 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 8,651 miles a year.
Has LP61 DXO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP61 DXO has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LP61 DXO 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 LP61 DXO find?
LP61 DXO passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened over heated; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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