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Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 2,460 cc

LT12 XBNMOT history

LT12 XBN is a silver diesel Volkswagen California first used on 20 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 89,556 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

LT12 XBN silver Volkswagen Transporter – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jul 2027
Mileage
89,556 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,744 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT12 XBN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
California
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,460 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT12 XBN was last recorded at 89,556 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 4,280 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,276 miles · 3 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,280 miles
Average per year
6,744 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,556 miles
  • 2025 – 85,276 miles
  • 2024 – 78,330 miles
  • 2023 – 74,407 miles
  • 2022 – 71,791 miles
  • 2021 – 65,491 miles
  • 2019 – 61,082 miles
  • 2018 – 53,993 miles
  • 2017 – 41,459 miles
  • 2016 – 21,031 miles
  • 2015 – 15,888 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,556 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both n/s/r and o/s/r

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front both and rear both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

15 tests since 27 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,556 miles (+4,280)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    89,556 miles
    Test number
    783884577450
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass85,276 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    85,276 miles
    Test number
    470677607086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both n/s/r and o/s/r (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Fail85,275 miles (+6,945)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,275 miles
    Test number
    614822826623
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both n/s/r and o/s/r (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass78,330 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    78,330 miles
    Test number
    357192715864
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail78,327 miles (+3,920)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,327 miles
    Test number
    674839046786
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement caliper (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brakes

  6. Pass74,407 miles (+2,616)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    74,407 miles
    Test number
    902196120109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass71,791 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    71,791 miles
    Test number
    139864153374
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front both and rear both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail71,791 miles (+6,300)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,791 miles
    Test number
    344813316252
    • MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn rear both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator rear both (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front both and rear both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass65,491 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    65,491 miles
    Test number
    701009566659
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail65,478 miles (+4,396)3 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,478 miles
    Test number
    527027637265
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% 63% across front axle(steered) (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass61,082 miles (+7,089)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    61,082 miles
    Test number
    333538973378
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass53,993 miles (+12,534)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    53,993 miles
    Test number
    269687818937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,459 miles (+20,428)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    41,459 miles
    Test number
    180623390800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass21,031 miles (+5,143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    21,031 miles
    Test number
    261396451018
    • AdvisoryBoth windscreen wipers leaving a slight smear

  15. Pass15,888 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    15,888 miles
    Test number
    439718705288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LT12 XBN

Does LT12 XBN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT12 XBN is valid until 3 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT12 XBN?
The MOT on LT12 XBN is valid until 3 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 XBN done?
LT12 XBN was recorded at 89,556 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 6,744 miles a year.
Has LT12 XBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT12 XBN has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LT12 XBN 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 XBN find?
LT12 XBN passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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