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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LP61 FTFMOT history

LP61 FTF is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 23 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 195,264 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

LP61 FTF grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jul 2027
Mileage
195,264 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,930 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP61 FTF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
23 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP61 FTF was last recorded at 195,264 miles on 17 Jul 2026, 11,268 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,996 miles · 14 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
11,268 miles
Average per year
11,930 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 195,264 miles
  • 2025 – 183,996 miles
  • 2024 – 172,290 miles
  • 2023 – 163,168 miles
  • 2022 – 151,472 miles
  • 2021 – 138,763 miles
  • 2020 – 130,183 miles
  • 2019 – 116,450 miles
  • 2018 – 102,198 miles
  • 2017 – 89,646 miles
  • 2016 – 77,928 miles
  • 2015 – 60,186 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,264 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

15 tests since 18 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,264 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    195,264 miles
    Test number
    756167385213
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail195,264 miles (+11,268)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,264 miles
    Test number
    427930246795
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass183,996 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    183,996 miles
    Test number
    720842147746
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail183,996 miles (+11,706)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,996 miles
    Test number
    297687867307
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass172,290 miles (+9,122)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    172,290 miles
    Test number
    440514917342
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ns and os (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass163,168 miles (+11,696)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    163,168 miles
    Test number
    819078898206
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass151,472 miles (+12,709)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    151,472 miles
    Test number
    810743219883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass138,763 miles (+8,580)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    138,763 miles
    Test number
    944296487397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass130,183 miles (+13,733)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    130,183 miles
    Test number
    743657193465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass116,450 miles (+14,252)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    116,450 miles
    Test number
    811349936143
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus cracking / perished (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass102,198 miles (+12,552)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    102,198 miles
    Test number
    132408296681
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass89,646 miles (+11,718)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    89,646 miles
    Test number
    342065842565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,928 miles (+17,742)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    77,928 miles
    Test number
    233935865653
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit almost on limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edge - advise tracking
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished

  14. Pass60,186 miles (+110)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    60,186 miles
    Test number
    809629375096
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Fail60,076 miles1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,076 miles
    Test number
    179107775491
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteUneven tyre wear - advise tracking

Questions about LP61 FTF

Does LP61 FTF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP61 FTF is valid until 16 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP61 FTF?
The MOT on LP61 FTF is valid until 16 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP61 FTF done?
LP61 FTF was recorded at 195,264 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2026, an average of 11,930 miles a year.
Has LP61 FTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP61 FTF has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LP61 FTF 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 FTF find?
LP61 FTF passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides.

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