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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LP61 JPFMOT history

LP61 JPF is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 25 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 9 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 170,256 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

LP61 JPF silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Dec 2026
Mileage
170,256 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,363 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP61 JPF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
25 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP61 JPF was last recorded at 170,256 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 6,311 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,945 miles · 22 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,311 miles
Average per year
11,363 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 170,256 miles
  • 2024 – 151,137 miles
  • 2023 – 140,463 miles
  • 2022 – 130,003 miles
  • 2020 – 122,247 miles
  • 2019 – 118,168 miles
  • 2018 – 104,232 miles
  • 2017 – 89,704 miles
  • 2016 – 75,183 miles
  • 2015 – 59,524 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,256 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bushes both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 17 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,256 miles (+6,311)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    170,256 miles
    Test number
    506600816714
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass163,945 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    163,945 miles
    Test number
    474328936877
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
  3. Fail163,945 miles (+12,808)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,945 miles
    Test number
    766130638866
    • DangerousFront Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to severity of oil leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
  4. Pass151,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    151,137 miles
    Test number
    708235279032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail151,135 miles (+10,672)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,135 miles
    Test number
    599167205653
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass140,463 miles (+10,460)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    140,463 miles
    Test number
    422593195415
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
  7. Pass130,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    130,003 miles
    Test number
    218940955049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail130,003 miles (+7,756)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,003 miles
    Test number
    623076327158
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass122,247 miles (+4,079)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    122,247 miles
    Test number
    542670230368
    • AdvisoryFront under tray adrift
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm...worn badly on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass118,168 miles (+13,936)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    118,168 miles
    Test number
    386514732874
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass104,232 miles (+14,528)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    104,232 miles
    Test number
    868649195231
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass89,704 miles (+14,521)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    89,704 miles
    Test number
    282093019611
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnable to test emissions due to restricted flow
  13. Pass75,183 miles (+15,659)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    75,183 miles
    Test number
    320043208493
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm flat spots (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm flat spots (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass59,524 miles (+13,091)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    59,524 miles
    Test number
    576168039269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    46,433 miles
    Test number
    155567215494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP61 JPF

Does LP61 JPF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP61 JPF is valid until 9 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LP61 JPF?
The MOT on LP61 JPF is valid until 9 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP61 JPF done?
LP61 JPF was recorded at 170,256 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 11,363 miles a year.
Has LP61 JPF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP61 JPF has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LP61 JPF 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 JPF find?
LP61 JPF passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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