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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LS12 XKFMOT history

LS12 XKF is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 1 May 2012. Its MOT expired on 17 Jun 2026 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 164,763 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2025.

LS12 XKF black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Jun 2026
Mileage
164,763 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2025
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,608 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 XKF
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
1 May 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 XKF was last recorded at 164,763 miles on 2 Jun 2025, 16,027 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,736 miles · 18 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
16,027 miles
Average per year
12,608 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 164,763 miles
  • 2024 – 148,736 miles
  • 2023 – 132,619 miles
  • 2022 – 117,230 miles
  • 2021 – 108,602 miles
  • 2020 – 97,624 miles
  • 2019 – 91,371 miles
  • 2018 – 80,814 miles
  • 2017 – 71,804 miles
  • 2016 – 58,826 miles
  • 2015 – 38,068 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,763 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion on nearside outer sill

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 Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Centre exhaust sleeve clamp corroded and incomplete

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 2 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,763 miles (+16,027)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    164,763 miles
    Test number
    629592089312
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on nearside outer sill

  2. Pass148,736 miles (+16,117)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    148,736 miles
    Test number
    533826182691
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine coolant level low
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre is worn uneven

  3. Pass132,619 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    132,619 miles
    Test number
    196952571069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail132,619 miles (+15,389)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,619 miles
    Test number
    878786620420
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively ( insecure ) (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively ( insecure ) (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass117,230 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    117,230 miles
    Test number
    666559510803
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust sleeve clamp corroded and incomplete

  6. Fail117,226 miles (+8,624)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,226 miles
    Test number
    913871192094
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust sleeve clamp corroded and incomplete

  7. Pass108,602 miles (+10,978)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    108,602 miles
    Test number
    577799581507
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  8. Pass97,624 miles (+6,253)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    97,624 miles
    Test number
    525827313190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass91,371 miles (+10,557)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    91,371 miles
    Test number
    439057894708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass80,814 miles (+9,010)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    80,814 miles
    Test number
    963818921403
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass71,804 miles (+12,978)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    71,804 miles
    Test number
    103576178895
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass58,826 miles (+20,758)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    58,826 miles
    Test number
    161524602119
    • AdvisoryRear child seat fitted

  13. Pass38,068 miles (+2,582)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    38,068 miles
    Test number
    728211665190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,486 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    35,486 miles
    Test number
    317361865068
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail35,486 miles1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,486 miles
    Test number
    646141165055
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • Note## strong advise ## both front tyres worn/damaged on edges
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LS12 XKF

Does LS12 XKF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS12 XKF expired on 17 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS12 XKF?
The MOT on LS12 XKF expired on 17 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS12 XKF done?
LS12 XKF was recorded at 164,763 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2025, an average of 12,608 miles a year.
Has LS12 XKF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 XKF has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 24 May 2023.
Has the mileage on LS12 XKF 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 XKF find?
LS12 XKF passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside rear road wheel slightly distorted; offside rear road wheel slightly distorted; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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