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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

LB12 UFUMOT history

LB12 UFU is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Jul 2012. Its MOT expired on 2 Sept 2026 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 71,863 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Sept 2026
Mileage
71,863 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2025
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,166 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 UFU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 UFU was last recorded at 71,863 miles on 3 Sept 2025, 7,354 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,509 miles · 20 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
7,354 miles
Average per year
6,166 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 71,863 miles
  • 2024 – 64,509 miles
  • 2023 – 52,428 miles
  • 2021 – 36,259 miles
  • 2020 – 27,937 miles
  • 2019 – 20,775 miles
  • 2018 – 19,137 miles
  • 2016 – 12,765 miles
  • 2015 – 8,628 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,863 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both, (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine, (8.4.1 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 2 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,863 miles (+7,354)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    71,863 miles
    Test number
    975019048856
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both, (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine, (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass64,509 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    64,509 miles
    Test number
    123204301327
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bushing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bushing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine, sump seal, need more investigation. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail64,508 miles (+12,080)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,508 miles
    Test number
    980240144589
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bushing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bushing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine, sump seal, need more investigation. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass52,428 miles (+270)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    52,428 miles
    Test number
    738788920628
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail52,158 miles (+15,899)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,158 miles
    Test number
    872386430878
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords within tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords within tread 185 60 15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass36,259 miles (+8,322)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    36,259 miles
    Test number
    981478956799
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass27,937 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    27,937 miles
    Test number
    265719732620
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail27,936 miles (+7,161)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,936 miles
    Test number
    970143986045
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass20,775 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    20,775 miles
    Test number
    154322582754
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail20,773 miles (+1,636)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,773 miles
    Test number
    711750723669
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin borderline (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass19,137 miles (+6,372)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    19,137 miles
    Test number
    643148693327
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass12,765 miles (+4,137)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    12,765 miles
    Test number
    935820291940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass8,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    8,628 miles
    Test number
    557763555183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail8,628 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,628 miles
    Test number
    857883355167
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Questions about LB12 UFU

Does LB12 UFU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB12 UFU expired on 2 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB12 UFU?
The MOT on LB12 UFU expired on 2 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB12 UFU done?
LB12 UFU was recorded at 71,863 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2025, an average of 6,166 miles a year.
Has LB12 UFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 UFU has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LB12 UFU 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 UFU find?
LB12 UFU passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2025 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both,; front coolant leak; front inner tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both,, and 1 more.

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