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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LR12 MSUMOT history

LR12 MSU is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Aug 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 96,768 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

LR12 MSU grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
96,768 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,405 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR12 MSU
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
15 Aug 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR12 MSU was last recorded at 96,768 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 5,822 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,946 miles · 16 May 2023
Between the last two tests
5,822 miles
Average per year
6,405 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,768 miles
  • 2023 – 90,946 miles
  • 2021 – 82,427 miles
  • 2020 – 76,466 miles
  • 2019 – 75,151 miles
  • 2018 – 61,383 miles
  • 2017 – 51,563 miles
  • 2015 – 28,157 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,768 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

14 tests since 6 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,768 miles (+5,822)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    96,768 miles
    Test number
    104382225670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass90,946 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    90,946 miles
    Test number
    807886820199
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail90,946 miles (+8,519)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,946 miles
    Test number
    942263334848
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass82,427 miles (+5,961)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    82,427 miles
    Test number
    141367055068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass76,466 miles (+1,315)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    76,466 miles
    Test number
    380229115883
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass75,151 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,151 miles
    Test number
    664126445293
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryDamage to n/s front tyre outer sidewall but not showing cords
  7. Fail75,151 miles (+13,768)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,151 miles
    Test number
    802684400644
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (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))
    • AdvisoryDamage to n/s front tyre outer sidewall but not showing cords
  8. Pass61,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    61,383 miles
    Test number
    950845793596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail61,383 miles (+9,820)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,383 miles
    Test number
    871167725758
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  10. Pass51,563 miles (+23,406)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    51,563 miles
    Test number
    460077538929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass28,157 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    28,157 miles
    Test number
    816263365419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail28,157 miles (+2,969)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,157 miles
    Test number
    198489685150
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
  13. Pass25,188 miles (+146)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    25,188 miles
    Test number
    559353965101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail25,042 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,042 miles
    Test number
    186447055172
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LR12 MSU

Does LR12 MSU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR12 MSU is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR12 MSU?
The MOT on LR12 MSU is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR12 MSU done?
LR12 MSU was recorded at 96,768 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 6,405 miles a year.
Has LR12 MSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR12 MSU has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LR12 MSU 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 LR12 MSU find?
LR12 MSU passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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