Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,199 cc

LB12 BZNMOT history

LB12 BZN is a silver diesel Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 158,769 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
158,769 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
10,533 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LB12 BZN in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 BZN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
21 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 BZN was last recorded at 158,769 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,767 miles · 8 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
10,533 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,769 miles
  • 2025 – 148,269 miles
  • 2024 – 139,705 miles
  • 2023 – 129,147 miles
  • 2022 – 118,855 miles
  • 2021 – 109,468 miles
  • 2020 – 96,097 miles
  • 2019 – 84,220 miles
  • 2018 – 71,566 miles
  • 2017 – 60,376 miles
  • 2016 – 50,674 miles
  • 2015 – 41,315 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,769 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Exhaust silencer slightly loose rear silencer outer heatshield corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear brakes require attention

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass158,769 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    158,769 miles
    Test number
    664201712230
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail158,767 miles (+10,498)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,767 miles
    Test number
    205176388026
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass148,269 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    148,269 miles
    Test number
    957999898313
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel high

  4. Fail148,269 miles (+8,564)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,269 miles
    Test number
    428338832865
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid bottle empty (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rear bushes perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside and offside
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel high

  5. Pass139,705 miles (+10,558)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    139,705 miles
    Test number
    170328000162
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel long

  6. Pass129,147 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    129,147 miles
    Test number
    386961398223
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose rear silencer outer heatshield corroded (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail129,141 miles (+10,286)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,141 miles
    Test number
    194650813661
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick discs in poor condition (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose rear silencer outer heatshield corroded (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass118,855 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    118,855 miles
    Test number
    820991612648
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail118,838 miles (+9,370)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,838 miles
    Test number
    582080158685
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front ROADWHEEL STEEL ALL OTHERS ALI'S
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge VERY URGENT (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass109,468 miles (+13,371)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    109,468 miles
    Test number
    354303407760
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear brakes require attention

  11. Pass96,097 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    96,097 miles
    Test number
    941961125990
    • AdvisoryRear BRAKES REQUIRE ATTENTION

  12. Fail96,079 miles (+11,859)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,079 miles
    Test number
    891684089289
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play ARM BALL JOINT (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear BRAKES REQUIRE ATTENTION

  13. Pass84,220 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    84,220 miles
    Test number
    250516932784
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail84,211 miles (+12,645)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,211 miles
    Test number
    753783679368
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin VERY URGENT + BRAKE DISCS VERY WORN (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass71,566 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    71,566 miles
    Test number
    427366182139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail71,566 miles (+11,190)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,566 miles
    Test number
    208115635227
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass60,376 miles (+9,702)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    60,376 miles
    Test number
    563493137726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,674 miles (+9,359)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2017
    Odometer
    50,674 miles
    Test number
    807962633541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    41,315 miles
    Test number
    336525135155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail41,315 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,315 miles
    Test number
    106965435182
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Questions about LB12 BZN

Does LB12 BZN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 BZN is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 BZN?
The MOT on LB12 BZN is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 BZN done?
LB12 BZN was recorded at 158,769 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 10,533 miles a year.
Has LB12 BZN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 BZN has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 BZN 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 BZN find?
LB12 BZN passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section.

Related registrations

Browse all LB12B registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.