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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

LS62 COUMOT history

LS62 COU is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 20 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 155,543 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

LS62 COU black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Sept 2027
Mileage
155,543 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,167 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS62 COU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS62 COU was last recorded at 155,543 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,543 miles · 15 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
10,167 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,543 miles
  • 2025 – 152,226 miles
  • 2024 – 145,077 miles
  • 2023 – 138,841 miles
  • 2022 – 135,480 miles
  • 2021 – 129,969 miles
  • 2020 – 113,299 miles
  • 2019 – 96,995 miles
  • 2018 – 83,020 miles
  • 2017 – 72,175 miles
  • 2016 – 62,227 miles
  • 2015 – 42,978 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,543 miles

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm worm on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

16 tests since 26 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,543 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    155,543 miles
    Test number
    477911944611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail155,543 miles (+3,317)1 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,543 miles
    Test number
    676778135400
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass152,226 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    152,226 miles
    Test number
    367862271523
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm worm on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail152,226 miles (+7,149)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,226 miles
    Test number
    966642412783
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm worm on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass145,077 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    145,077 miles
    Test number
    652559531272
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Fail145,076 miles (+6,235)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,076 miles
    Test number
    658993082260
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass138,841 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    138,841 miles
    Test number
    311704016593
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Fail138,840 miles (+3,360)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,840 miles
    Test number
    944652177337
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass135,480 miles (+5,511)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    135,480 miles
    Test number
    202752047788
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass129,969 miles (+16,670)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    129,969 miles
    Test number
    806202969345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass113,299 miles (+16,304)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    113,299 miles
    Test number
    181074592432
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  12. Pass96,995 miles (+13,975)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    96,995 miles
    Test number
    246370736866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass83,020 miles (+10,845)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    83,020 miles
    Test number
    608628563145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  14. Pass72,175 miles (+9,948)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    72,175 miles
    Test number
    733668537295
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre bald inside edge
  15. Pass62,227 miles (+19,249)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    62,227 miles
    Test number
    197727120770
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on the inner edge
  16. Pass42,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    42,978 miles
    Test number
    207468335220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS62 COU

Does LS62 COU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS62 COU is valid until 20 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS62 COU?
The MOT on LS62 COU is valid until 20 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS62 COU done?
LS62 COU was recorded at 155,543 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 10,167 miles a year.
Has LS62 COU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS62 COU has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LS62 COU 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 LS62 COU find?
LS62 COU passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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