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Volkswagen Golf

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

X12 HLTMOT history

X12 HLT is a grey diesel Volkswagen Golf first used on 24 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 143,426 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

X12 HLT grey Volkswagen Golf – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jan 2027
Mileage
143,426 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
10,223 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X12 HLT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Golf
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
24 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X12 HLT was last recorded at 143,426 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 7,347 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
136,079 miles · 11 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,347 miles
Average per year
10,223 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,426 miles
  • 2025 – 136,079 miles
  • 2024 – 127,875 miles
  • 2023 – 115,221 miles
  • 2022 – 103,874 miles
  • 2021 – 94,312 miles
  • 2020 – 90,325 miles
  • 2019 – 81,992 miles
  • 2018 – 65,362 miles
  • 2017 – 53,662 miles
  • 2015 – 38,500 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,426 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 1 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    143,426 miles
    Test number
    217990142025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail143,426 miles (+7,347)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,426 miles
    Test number
    761094882018
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass136,079 miles (+8,204)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    136,079 miles
    Test number
    261454301912
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass127,875 miles (+12,654)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    127,875 miles
    Test number
    568554655043
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Both fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing close to wear indicators and bold on inner shoulder (STRONG ADVISE) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass115,221 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    115,221 miles
    Test number
    931401741464
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail115,221 miles (+11,347)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,221 miles
    Test number
    578740322516
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass103,874 miles (+9,562)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    103,874 miles
    Test number
    573415374076
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass94,312 miles (+3,987)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    94,312 miles
    Test number
    785463232381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass90,325 miles (+8,333)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    90,325 miles
    Test number
    201568804903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass81,992 miles (+16,630)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    81,992 miles
    Test number
    102181127704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass65,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    65,362 miles
    Test number
    296587855621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail65,361 miles (+11,699)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,361 miles
    Test number
    743972483407
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass53,662 miles (+15,162)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    53,662 miles
    Test number
    566956031641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,500 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    38,500 miles
    Test number
    192139831771
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edge.

Questions about X12 HLT

Does X12 HLT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X12 HLT is valid until 4 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on X12 HLT?
The MOT on X12 HLT is valid until 4 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X12 HLT done?
X12 HLT was recorded at 143,426 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 10,223 miles a year.
Has X12 HLT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X12 HLT has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on X12 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 X12 HLT find?
X12 HLT passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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