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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LP61 VUDMOT history

LP61 VUD is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Feb 2012. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 132,478 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2025.

LP61 VUD black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2026
Mileage
132,478 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,556 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP61 VUD
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
15 Feb 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP61 VUD was last recorded at 132,478 miles on 30 Oct 2025, 9,391 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,087 miles · 29 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
9,391 miles
Average per year
8,556 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 132,478 miles
  • 2024 – 123,087 miles
  • 2023 – 112,851 miles
  • 2022 – 108,851 miles
  • 2021 – 95,428 miles
  • 2020 – 85,851 miles
  • 2019 – 76,296 miles
  • 2018 – 63,662 miles
  • 2017 – 56,696 miles
  • 2016 – 49,106 miles
  • 2015 – 40,157 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,478 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Emissions tested and met, too low to record on DSM

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass132,478 miles (+9,391)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    132,478 miles
    Test number
    417823573077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass123,087 miles (+3,496)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    123,087 miles
    Test number
    397644852398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail119,591 miles (+6,740)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,591 miles
    Test number
    232002986635
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low Both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
  4. Pass112,851 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    112,851 miles
    Test number
    664100193251
    • AdvisoryEmissions tested and met, too low to record on DSM
  5. Fail112,848 miles (+3,997)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,848 miles
    Test number
    101049029176
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEmissions tested and met, too low to record on DSM
  6. Pass108,851 miles (+13,423)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    108,851 miles
    Test number
    301252119077
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass95,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    95,428 miles
    Test number
    402479158617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail95,428 miles (+9,577)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,428 miles
    Test number
    345098359617
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position WONT OPEN (6.2.1 (e))
  9. Pass85,851 miles (+9,555)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    85,851 miles
    Test number
    180205612425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass76,296 miles (+12,634)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2020
    Odometer
    76,296 miles
    Test number
    872591836382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,662 miles (+6,966)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    63,662 miles
    Test number
    705028434485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass56,696 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    56,696 miles
    Test number
    200181406509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail56,696 miles (+7,590)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,696 miles
    Test number
    507231409052
    • Repaired at testFront Battery insecure (1.9.1)
  14. Pass49,106 miles (+8,949)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    49,106 miles
    Test number
    111014572110
    • AdvisoryFront items removed from screen before mot test carried out
  15. Pass40,157 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    40,157 miles
    Test number
    776775815021
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Questions about LP61 VUD

Does LP61 VUD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP61 VUD is valid until 29 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LP61 VUD?
The MOT on LP61 VUD is valid until 29 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP61 VUD done?
LP61 VUD was recorded at 132,478 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2025, an average of 8,556 miles a year.
Has LP61 VUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP61 VUD has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LP61 VUD 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 VUD find?
LP61 VUD passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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