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Volkswagen Golf

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LT12 SHXMOT history

LT12 SHX is a blue diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 119,141 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

LT12 SHX blue Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
119,141 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,980 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT12 SHX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
15 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT12 SHX was last recorded at 119,141 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 10,259 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
108,882 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
10,259 miles
Average per year
5,980 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,141 miles
  • 2025 – 108,882 miles
  • 2024 – 103,461 miles
  • 2023 – 96,580 miles
  • 2022 – 91,485 miles
  • 2021 – 87,054 miles
  • 2020 – 81,534 miles
  • 2019 – 73,972 miles
  • 2018 – 68,572 miles
  • 2017 – 64,400 miles
  • 2016 – 59,244 miles
  • 2015 – 51,201 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,141 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both back bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both spring arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 6 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,141 miles (+10,259)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    119,141 miles
    Test number
    903459243577
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass108,882 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    108,882 miles
    Test number
    860551025372
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both back bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both spring arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail108,881 miles (+5,420)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,881 miles
    Test number
    609495861385
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both back bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both spring arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass103,461 miles (+6,881)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    103,461 miles
    Test number
    186135310747
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Back Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Spring Arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass96,580 miles (+5,095)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    96,580 miles
    Test number
    938760753040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass91,485 miles (+4,431)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    91,485 miles
    Test number
    459218551316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass87,054 miles (+5,520)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    87,054 miles
    Test number
    714804413606
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass81,534 miles (+7,562)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    81,534 miles
    Test number
    227936047671
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass73,972 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,972 miles
    Test number
    657038082849
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished on outer sidewall
  10. Fail73,969 miles (+5,397)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,969 miles
    Test number
    592207472725
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished on outer sidewall
  11. Pass68,572 miles (+4,172)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    68,572 miles
    Test number
    623032697743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,400 miles (+5,156)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    64,400 miles
    Test number
    177065926751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,244 miles (+8,043)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    59,244 miles
    Test number
    621321736102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass51,201 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    51,201 miles
    Test number
    306285965048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LT12 SHX

Does LT12 SHX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT12 SHX is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT12 SHX?
The MOT on LT12 SHX is valid until 15 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT12 SHX done?
LT12 SHX was recorded at 119,141 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 5,980 miles a year.
Has LT12 SHX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT12 SHX has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LT12 SHX 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 LT12 SHX find?
LT12 SHX passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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