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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

LB12 BZJMOT history

LB12 BZJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 87,235 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Apr 2027
Mileage
87,235 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,074 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 BZJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
19 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 BZJ was last recorded at 87,235 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 5,213 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
82,022 miles · 7 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,213 miles
Average per year
7,074 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,235 miles
  • 2025 – 82,022 miles
  • 2024 – 73,003 miles
  • 2023 – 64,560 miles
  • 2022 – 60,662 miles
  • 2021 – 52,355 miles
  • 2020 – 46,535 miles
  • 2019 – 38,808 miles
  • 2018 – 33,055 miles
  • 2017 – 27,765 miles
  • 2016 – 16,674 miles
  • 2015 – 9,069 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,235 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 20 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,235 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    87,235 miles
    Test number
    148347350243
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail87,234 miles (+5,212)1 dangerous8 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,234 miles
    Test number
    186610470076
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass82,022 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    82,022 miles
    Test number
    519610557566
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail82,022 miles (+9,019)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,022 miles
    Test number
    604416669747
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass73,003 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    73,003 miles
    Test number
    678624506273
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail73,003 miles (+8,443)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,003 miles
    Test number
    696089545680
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass64,560 miles (+3,898)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    64,560 miles
    Test number
    135510068494
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass60,662 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    60,662 miles
    Test number
    654874043881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail60,662 miles (+8,307)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,662 miles
    Test number
    704087898465
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

  10. Pass52,355 miles (+5,820)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    52,355 miles
    Test number
    459882661106
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2.5mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass46,535 miles (+7,727)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    46,535 miles
    Test number
    174912945994
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass38,808 miles (+5,753)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    38,808 miles
    Test number
    442262273163
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass33,055 miles (+5,290)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    33,055 miles
    Test number
    737450566852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass27,765 miles (+11,091)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    27,765 miles
    Test number
    395827656915
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass16,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    16,674 miles
    Test number
    688119388880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail16,674 miles (+7,605)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,674 miles
    Test number
    753546771209
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass9,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    9,069 miles
    Test number
    889289975076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 BZJ

Does LB12 BZJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 BZJ is valid until 6 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 BZJ?
The MOT on LB12 BZJ is valid until 6 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 BZJ done?
LB12 BZJ was recorded at 87,235 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 7,074 miles a year.
Has LB12 BZJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 BZJ has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 BZJ 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 LB12 BZJ find?
LB12 BZJ passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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