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Volkswagen Golf

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,598 cc

LT12 XLPMOT history

LT12 XLP is a black diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 2 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 21 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 112,431 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

LT12 XLP black Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Mar 2027
Mileage
112,431 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,437 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT12 XLP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
2 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT12 XLP was last recorded at 112,431 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 3,479 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,952 miles · 22 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,479 miles
Average per year
7,437 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,431 miles
  • 2025 – 108,952 miles
  • 2024 – 102,386 miles
  • 2023 – 93,238 miles
  • 2022 – 85,215 miles
  • 2021 – 81,023 miles
  • 2020 – 77,880 miles
  • 2019 – 71,542 miles
  • 2018 – 59,880 miles
  • 2017 – 48,146 miles
  • 2016 – 37,392 miles
  • 2015 – 30,130 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,431 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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

16 tests since 23 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,431 miles (+3,479)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    112,431 miles
    Test number
    499060025528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass108,952 miles (+6,566)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    108,952 miles
    Test number
    422732838566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass102,386 miles (+9,148)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    102,386 miles
    Test number
    347324503935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass93,238 miles (+8,023)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    93,238 miles
    Test number
    669528719809
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass85,215 miles (+4,192)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    85,215 miles
    Test number
    416329469251
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass81,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    81,023 miles
    Test number
    269733159560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail81,023 miles (+3,143)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,023 miles
    Test number
    244153303605
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass77,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    77,880 miles
    Test number
    771836997207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail77,880 miles (+6,338)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,880 miles
    Test number
    692901612598
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass71,542 miles (+11,662)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    71,542 miles
    Test number
    485584860613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass59,880 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    59,880 miles
    Test number
    638615716674
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Fail59,879 miles (+11,733)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,879 miles
    Test number
    677347556806
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage Door mirror Indicator lens (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Pass48,146 miles (+10,754)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    48,146 miles
    Test number
    806887103634
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass37,392 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    37,392 miles
    Test number
    152428862268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCoolant level is low

  15. Fail37,392 miles (+7,262)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,392 miles
    Test number
    883741897054
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCoolant level is low

  16. Pass30,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    30,130 miles
    Test number
    295004955003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LT12 XLP

Does LT12 XLP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT12 XLP is valid until 21 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT12 XLP?
The MOT on LT12 XLP is valid until 21 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT12 XLP done?
LT12 XLP was recorded at 112,431 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 7,437 miles a year.
Has LT12 XLP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT12 XLP has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on LT12 XLP 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 XLP find?
LT12 XLP passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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