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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LS62 OCUMOT history

LS62 OCU is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 27 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 12 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 101,995 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

LS62 OCU grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Oct 2027
Mileage
101,995 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,788 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS62 OCU
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
27 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS62 OCU was last recorded at 101,995 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 6,796 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
95,199 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6,796 miles
Average per year
7,788 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,995 miles
  • 2025 – 95,199 miles
  • 2024 – 85,010 miles
  • 2023 – 74,469 miles
  • 2022 – 63,486 miles
  • 2021 – 52,519 miles
  • 2020 – 45,660 miles
  • 2019 – 40,107 miles
  • 2018 – 33,677 miles
  • 2017 – 26,903 miles
  • 2016 – 21,181 miles
  • 2015 – 16,019 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,995 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • 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 console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 21 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,995 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    101,995 miles
    Test number
    658039298682
    • 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 console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail101,973 miles (+6,774)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,973 miles
    Test number
    465201174976
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 console bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass95,199 miles (+10,189)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    95,199 miles
    Test number
    659809635797
    • AdvisoryRear boot doesn't open
  4. Pass85,010 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    85,010 miles
    Test number
    575763358164
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front & Rear (0.1 (b))
  5. Fail85,010 miles (+10,541)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,010 miles
    Test number
    802004551353
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front & Rear (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass74,469 miles (+10,983)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    74,469 miles
    Test number
    596578955193
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (rear bushes cracking) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass63,486 miles (+10,967)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    63,486 miles
    Test number
    206129730172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass52,519 miles (+6,859)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    52,519 miles
    Test number
    542092775793
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass45,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    45,660 miles
    Test number
    171356688591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail45,660 miles (+5,553)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,660 miles
    Test number
    728503532522
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  11. Pass40,107 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    40,107 miles
    Test number
    281313903750
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Fail40,107 miles (+6,430)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,107 miles
    Test number
    576604894656
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  13. Pass33,677 miles (+6,774)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    33,677 miles
    Test number
    737449936417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass26,903 miles (+5,722)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    26,903 miles
    Test number
    969918155681
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass21,181 miles (+5,162)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    21,181 miles
    Test number
    654128868969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    16,019 miles
    Test number
    356123166883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS62 OCU

Does LS62 OCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS62 OCU is valid until 12 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS62 OCU?
The MOT on LS62 OCU is valid until 12 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS62 OCU done?
LS62 OCU was recorded at 101,995 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 7,788 miles a year.
Has LS62 OCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS62 OCU has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LS62 OCU 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 OCU find?
LS62 OCU passed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement console bush; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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