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Volkswagen Golf

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LS12 XKTMOT history

LS12 XKT is a silver diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 30 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jun 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 119,239 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

LS12 XKT silver Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jun 2027
Mileage
119,239 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,901 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 XKT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 XKT was last recorded at 119,239 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 14,581 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,658 miles · 3 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
14,581 miles
Average per year
7,901 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,239 miles
  • 2025 – 104,658 miles
  • 2024 – 92,753 miles
  • 2023 – 81,274 miles
  • 2022 – 69,574 miles
  • 2021 – 58,495 miles
  • 2020 – 44,525 miles
  • 2019 – 42,484 miles
  • 2018 – 39,776 miles
  • 2017 – 36,214 miles
  • 2016 – 32,841 miles
  • 2015 – 31,670 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,239 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Inner Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 13 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,239 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    119,239 miles
    Test number
    565628411181
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
  2. Fail119,239 miles (+14,581)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,239 miles
    Test number
    787735011658
    • MajorReversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning lamp mounted in tailgate inoperative (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
  3. Pass104,658 miles (+11,905)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    104,658 miles
    Test number
    562886195716
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on inner edge. 205/55R16 94V (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass92,753 miles (+11,479)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    92,753 miles
    Test number
    254409105462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass81,274 miles (+11,700)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    81,274 miles
    Test number
    493166673892
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wing liner insecure.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 205/55R16 91V (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass69,574 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    69,574 miles
    Test number
    956695032715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail69,573 miles (+11,078)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,573 miles
    Test number
    601387431104
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass58,495 miles (+13,970)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    58,495 miles
    Test number
    444529221122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass44,525 miles (+2,041)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    44,525 miles
    Test number
    675241977602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass42,484 miles (+2,708)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    42,484 miles
    Test number
    167366072606
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Bothside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  11. Pass39,776 miles (+3,562)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    39,776 miles
    Test number
    424516033493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass36,214 miles (+3,373)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    36,214 miles
    Test number
    961877090670
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has a cut in the sidewall and is cracking
  13. Pass32,841 miles (+1,171)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    32,841 miles
    Test number
    702521214587
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of seatbelt.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perished all around the outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  14. Fail31,670 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,670 miles
    Test number
    286783735184
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  15. Pass31,670 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    31,670 miles
    Test number
    826633635118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 XKT

Does LS12 XKT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 XKT is valid until 27 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 XKT?
The MOT on LS12 XKT is valid until 27 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 XKT done?
LS12 XKT was recorded at 119,239 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 7,901 miles a year.
Has LS12 XKT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 XKT has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 XKT 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 XKT find?
LS12 XKT passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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