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Silver · Petrol · 2012 · 999 cc

T12 HLTMOT history

T12 HLT is a silver petrol Volkswagen UP first used on 22 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 102,749 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
102,749 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,521 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T12 HLT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
UP
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
22 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T12 HLT was last recorded at 102,749 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 3,444 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,305 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,444 miles
Average per year
6,521 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,749 miles
  • 2025 – 99,305 miles
  • 2024 – 94,403 miles
  • 2023 – 87,322 miles
  • 2022 – 84,690 miles
  • 2021 – 82,879 miles
  • 2020 – 78,147 miles
  • 2019 – 73,032 miles
  • 2018 – 64,281 miles
  • 2017 – 53,990 miles
  • 2016 – 43,615 miles
  • 2015 – 32,302 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,749 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav dash cam removed left on passenger seat would otherwise fail mot for restricting view through the swept area of the windscreen as a non manufacturer fitted item
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement starting to split and de bond (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement starting to split and de bond (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Position lamp showing white light to the rear

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT TYRES ON 3MM 185/55R15

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,749 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    102,749 miles
    Test number
    962226703296
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav dash cam removed left on passenger seat would otherwise fail mot for restricting view through the swept area of the windscreen as a non manufacturer fitted item
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement starting to split and de bond (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement starting to split and de bond (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail102,749 miles (+3,444)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,749 miles
    Test number
    812261345873
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav dash cam removed left on passenger seat would otherwise fail mot for restricting view through the swept area of the windscreen as a non manufacturer fitted item
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement starting to split and de bond (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement starting to split and de bond (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass99,305 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2026
    Odometer
    99,305 miles
    Test number
    296864330915
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge CLOSE TO LIMIT 185 55 15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHED AND CRACKING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail99,305 miles (+4,902)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,305 miles
    Test number
    951644475199
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge CLOSE TO LIMIT 185 55 15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing PERISHED AND CRACKING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass94,403 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    94,403 miles
    Test number
    364226727458
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT TYRES ON 3MM 185/55R15 (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail94,403 miles (+7,081)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,403 miles
    Test number
    821429652876
    • MajorEngine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FRONT TYRES ON 3MM 185/55R15 (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass87,322 miles (+2,632)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2024
    Odometer
    87,322 miles
    Test number
    898370715758
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Pass84,690 miles (+1,811)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2023
    Odometer
    84,690 miles
    Test number
    508264165265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2022
    Odometer
    82,879 miles
    Test number
    380626680889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail82,878 miles (+4,731)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,878 miles
    Test number
    960303397172
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rust ridges inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass78,147 miles (+5,115)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    78,147 miles
    Test number
    697088277224
    • AdvisoryFront Discs and pads about 5-6 left.

  12. Pass73,032 miles (+8,751)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    73,032 miles
    Test number
    607395158404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass64,281 miles (+10,291)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    64,281 miles
    Test number
    934638857942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,990 miles (+10,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    53,990 miles
    Test number
    107605401415
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil n/s/r (2.7.3)

  15. Pass43,615 miles (+11,313)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    43,615 miles
    Test number
    818232593687
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 39% brakes did lock (3.7.B.5b)

  16. Pass32,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    32,302 miles
    Test number
    249715975140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail32,302 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,302 miles
    Test number
    399215375174
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about T12 HLT

Does T12 HLT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T12 HLT is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T12 HLT?
The MOT on T12 HLT is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T12 HLT done?
T12 HLT was recorded at 102,749 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 6,521 miles a year.
Has T12 HLT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T12 HLT has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T12 HLT 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 T12 HLT find?
T12 HLT passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav dash cam removed left on passenger seat would otherwise fail mot for restricting view through the swept area of the windscreen as a non manufacturer fitted item; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement starting to split and de bond; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and perished, and 2 more.

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