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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

LB12 RXJMOT history

LB12 RXJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 18 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 98,488 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Mar 2027
Mileage
98,488 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,832 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 RXJ
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
29 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 RXJ was last recorded at 98,488 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 2,247 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
96,241 miles · 17 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,247 miles
Average per year
6,832 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,488 miles
  • 2025 – 96,241 miles
  • 2024 – 92,522 miles
  • 2023 – 87,991 miles
  • 2022 – 83,692 miles
  • 2021 – 81,979 miles
  • 2019 – 73,161 miles
  • 2018 – 60,867 miles
  • 2017 – 48,149 miles
  • 2016 – 41,655 miles
  • 2015 – 23,087 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,488 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

13 tests since 12 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,488 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    98,488 miles
    Test number
    997653783612
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  2. Fail98,488 miles (+2,247)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,488 miles
    Test number
    703615349273
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  3. Pass96,241 miles (+3,719)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    96,241 miles
    Test number
    543480012014
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass92,522 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    92,522 miles
    Test number
    385546548277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail92,522 miles (+4,531)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,522 miles
    Test number
    629369021271
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass87,991 miles (+4,299)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    87,991 miles
    Test number
    269843685984
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass83,692 miles (+1,713)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    83,692 miles
    Test number
    716156470041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass81,979 miles (+8,818)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    81,979 miles
    Test number
    116727084877
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass73,161 miles (+12,294)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    73,161 miles
    Test number
    792355471993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass60,867 miles (+12,718)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    60,867 miles
    Test number
    214806029950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass48,149 miles (+6,494)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    48,149 miles
    Test number
    487430769585
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass41,655 miles (+18,568)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    41,655 miles
    Test number
    211673153388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass23,087 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    23,087 miles
    Test number
    705593645011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 RXJ

Does LB12 RXJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 RXJ is valid until 18 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 RXJ?
The MOT on LB12 RXJ is valid until 18 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 RXJ done?
LB12 RXJ was recorded at 98,488 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 6,832 miles a year.
Has LB12 RXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 RXJ has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 RXJ 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 RXJ find?
LB12 RXJ passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 5 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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