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White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

LS12 XPVMOT history

LS12 XPV is a white diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 31 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 94,869 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

LS12 XPV white Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
94,869 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,115 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 XPV
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
31 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 XPV was last recorded at 94,869 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 2,526 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,343 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,526 miles
Average per year
4,115 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,869 miles
  • 2025 – 92,343 miles
  • 2024 – 88,665 miles
  • 2023 – 85,195 miles
  • 2022 – 81,855 miles
  • 2021 – 78,013 miles
  • 2020 – 75,492 miles
  • 2019 – 72,139 miles
  • 2018 – 67,946 miles
  • 2017 – 62,267 miles
  • 2016 – 55,948 miles
  • 2015 – 47,844 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,869 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 23 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    94,869 miles
    Test number
    507050789919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail94,869 miles (+2,526)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,869 miles
    Test number
    777790204908
    • MajorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass92,343 miles (+3,678)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    92,343 miles
    Test number
    965145144188
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner wall starting to split
  4. Pass88,665 miles (+3,470)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    88,665 miles
    Test number
    281802070882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass85,195 miles (+3,340)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    85,195 miles
    Test number
    660213745123
    • AdvisoryEmissions tested & met but the dsm could not register readings-ok
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass81,855 miles (+3,842)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    81,855 miles
    Test number
    799634175955
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass78,013 miles (+2,521)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    78,013 miles
    Test number
    345076016891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass75,492 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    75,492 miles
    Test number
    769252529962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail75,489 miles (+3,350)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,489 miles
    Test number
    376319095816
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure edge out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  10. Pass72,139 miles (+4,193)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    72,139 miles
    Test number
    678597392910
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT (2mm)
  11. Pass67,946 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    67,946 miles
    Test number
    922103802689
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Fail67,944 miles (+5,677)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,944 miles
    Test number
    146132386561
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass62,267 miles (+6,319)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    62,267 miles
    Test number
    335530424409
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn heavily on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads just on limit.
  14. Pass55,948 miles (+8,104)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    55,948 miles
    Test number
    733931755696
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted top and bottom obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre inner tread slight wear
  15. Pass47,844 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    47,844 miles
    Test number
    299402985057
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LS12 XPV

Does LS12 XPV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 XPV is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 XPV?
The MOT on LS12 XPV is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 XPV done?
LS12 XPV was recorded at 94,869 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 4,115 miles a year.
Has LS12 XPV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 XPV has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 XPV 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 XPV find?
LS12 XPV passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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