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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LT12 SJOMOT history

LT12 SJO is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 15 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jun 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 102,314 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jun 2026.

LT12 SJO grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jun 2027
Mileage
102,314 mi
At MOT on 8 Jun 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,070 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT12 SJO
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
15 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT12 SJO was last recorded at 102,314 miles on 8 Jun 2026, 12,127 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,187 miles · 3 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
12,127 miles
Average per year
6,070 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,314 miles
  • 2025 – 90,187 miles
  • 2024 – 78,976 miles
  • 2023 – 68,721 miles
  • 2022 – 63,610 miles
  • 2021 – 59,450 miles
  • 2020 – 56,346 miles
  • 2019 – 50,389 miles
  • 2018 – 46,958 miles
  • 2017 – 44,000 miles
  • 2016 – 40,661 miles
  • 2015 – 37,664 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,314 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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 light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass102,314 miles (+12,127)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    102,314 miles
    Test number
    919203785240
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass90,187 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    90,187 miles
    Test number
    773817142923
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail90,185 miles (+11,209)1 dangerous6 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,185 miles
    Test number
    589636252657
    • DangerousFront Sound deadening material likely to become detached Bonnet soundproofing insecure (8.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass78,976 miles (+10,255)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    78,976 miles
    Test number
    273980975176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Getting low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Required soon (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass68,721 miles (+5,111)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    68,721 miles
    Test number
    307839079640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass63,610 miles (+32)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    63,610 miles
    Test number
    147792625454
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail63,578 miles (+4,128)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,578 miles
    Test number
    164353384085
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass59,450 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    59,450 miles
    Test number
    578323034726
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked due to age (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail59,448 miles (+3,102)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,448 miles
    Test number
    610893017746
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked due to age (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass56,346 miles (+5,957)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    56,346 miles
    Test number
    172081476541
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass50,389 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    50,389 miles
    Test number
    417589063357
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Fail50,389 miles (+3,431)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,389 miles
    Test number
    689178370764
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass46,958 miles (+2,958)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    46,958 miles
    Test number
    643495160352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass44,000 miles (+3,339)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    44,000 miles
    Test number
    576608063272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass40,661 miles (+2,997)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    40,661 miles
    Test number
    951168036807
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass37,664 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    37,664 miles
    Test number
    954987573232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Fail37,664 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,664 miles
    Test number
    802516309695
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about LT12 SJO

Does LT12 SJO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT12 SJO is valid until 14 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT12 SJO?
The MOT on LT12 SJO is valid until 14 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT12 SJO done?
LT12 SJO was recorded at 102,314 miles at its MOT on 8 Jun 2026, an average of 6,070 miles a year.
Has LT12 SJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT12 SJO has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LT12 SJO 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 SJO find?
LT12 SJO passed its latest MOT on 8 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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