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Volkswagen Golf

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

LS12 UVGMOT history

LS12 UVG is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 9 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 147,956 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

LS12 UVG white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Oct 2027
Mileage
147,956 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,146 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 UVG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
2 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 UVG was last recorded at 147,956 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,956 miles · 6 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,146 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,956 miles
  • 2025 – 136,670 miles
  • 2024 – 118,849 miles
  • 2023 – 108,257 miles
  • 2022 – 104,531 miles
  • 2021 – 98,865 miles
  • 2020 – 90,909 miles
  • 2019 – 82,324 miles
  • 2018 – 78,815 miles
  • 2017 – 67,870 miles
  • 2016 – 56,935 miles
  • 2015 – 43,643 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,956 miles
  • AdvisorySlight play in steering

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Top mount has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

15 tests since 12 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,956 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    147,956 miles
    Test number
    669558308518
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering
  2. Fail147,956 miles (+11,286)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,956 miles
    Test number
    422082676241
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  3. Pass136,670 miles (+135)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    136,670 miles
    Test number
    839161965932
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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. Fail136,535 miles (+17,686)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,535 miles
    Test number
    865535872755
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass118,849 miles (+15)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    118,849 miles
    Test number
    996134731559
    • MinorRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported Left to right on subframe (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Top mount has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Fail118,834 miles (+10,577)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,834 miles
    Test number
    682844567457
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Dip and main (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible Dip and main (4.1.4 (c))
    • MinorRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported Left to right on subframe (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Top mount has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass108,257 miles (+3,726)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    108,257 miles
    Test number
    144448708785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass104,531 miles (+5,666)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    104,531 miles
    Test number
    129591196096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass98,865 miles (+7,956)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    98,865 miles
    Test number
    445652666884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass90,909 miles (+8,585)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    90,909 miles
    Test number
    584440702697
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both fronts (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass82,324 miles (+3,509)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    82,324 miles
    Test number
    966204031795
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass78,815 miles (+10,945)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    78,815 miles
    Test number
    899011353423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,870 miles (+10,935)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    67,870 miles
    Test number
    768003452450
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Pass56,935 miles (+13,292)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    56,935 miles
    Test number
    230870243883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass43,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    43,643 miles
    Test number
    249832735186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 UVG

Does LS12 UVG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 UVG is valid until 9 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 UVG?
The MOT on LS12 UVG is valid until 9 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 UVG done?
LS12 UVG was recorded at 147,956 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 9,146 miles a year.
Has LS12 UVG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 UVG has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 UVG 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 LS12 UVG find?
LS12 UVG passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: slight play in steering.

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