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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LS12 XKEMOT history

LS12 XKE is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 10 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 10 Feb 2027 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 141,154 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

LS12 XKE grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Feb 2027
Mileage
141,154 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,087 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 XKE
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
10 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 XKE was last recorded at 141,154 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 47 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,107 miles · 6 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
47 miles
Average per year
8,087 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,154 miles
  • 2024 – 136,958 miles
  • 2023 – 129,049 miles
  • 2022 – 121,181 miles
  • 2021 – 109,860 miles
  • 2020 – 101,118 miles
  • 2019 – 91,359 miles
  • 2018 – 78,780 miles
  • 2016 – 67,157 miles
  • 2015 – 54,186 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,154 miles
  • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBattery warning light illuminated on dashRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass141,154 miles (+47)4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    141,154 miles
    Test number
    413015762021
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery warning light illuminated on dash
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail141,107 miles (+4,149)6 major4 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,107 miles
    Test number
    951431519590
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill X3 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery warning light illuminated on dash
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass136,958 miles (+7,909)5 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    136,958 miles
    Test number
    708987497463
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass129,049 miles (+7,868)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    129,049 miles
    Test number
    858984341299
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass121,181 miles (+11,321)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    121,181 miles
    Test number
    414005937618
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  6. Pass109,860 miles (+198)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    109,860 miles
    Test number
    199286635599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail109,662 miles (+8,544)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,662 miles
    Test number
    264801771053
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass101,118 miles (+9,759)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    101,118 miles
    Test number
    473283343977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass91,359 miles (+12,579)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    91,359 miles
    Test number
    629702858043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass78,780 miles (+11,623)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    78,780 miles
    Test number
    185002207401
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisorySlight wear front/rear brake discs
  11. Pass67,157 miles (+12,971)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    67,157 miles
    Test number
    546900721158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,186 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    54,186 miles
    Test number
    948382835136
    • NoteNearside rear tyre low & uneven inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn outer edge

Questions about LS12 XKE

Does LS12 XKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 XKE is valid until 10 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 XKE?
The MOT on LS12 XKE is valid until 10 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 XKE done?
LS12 XKE was recorded at 141,154 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 8,087 miles a year.
Has LS12 XKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 XKE has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 XKE 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 XKE find?
LS12 XKE passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 4 minor defects and 8 advisories: central upper stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning, and 9 more.

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