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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

LB12 VBPMOT history

LB12 VBP is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 62,566 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
62,566 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,504 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 VBP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
24 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 VBP was last recorded at 62,566 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,560 miles · 29 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
3,504 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,566 miles
  • 2025 – 61,610 miles
  • 2024 – 61,032 miles
  • 2023 – 60,483 miles
  • 2022 – 58,868 miles
  • 2020 – 52,360 miles
  • 2019 – 51,343 miles
  • 2018 – 50,373 miles
  • 2017 – 46,980 miles
  • 2016 – 35,367 miles
  • 2015 – 25,281 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,566 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wing slightly damage but no sharp edges
  • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. feel bit sponge but locking on roller (1.2.2 (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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front wing damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 3.0 mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 7 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,566 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    62,566 miles
    Test number
    213483033205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing slightly damage but no sharp edges
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. feel bit sponge but locking on roller (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  2. Fail62,560 miles (+950)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,560 miles
    Test number
    913069112536
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake lagging in operation pedal spongy (1.2.1 (d))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing damaged

  3. Pass61,610 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    61,610 miles
    Test number
    681602385681
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal slightly spongy but does not travel to floor and brake reading requirements met
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wing damaged

  4. Fail61,610 miles (+578)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,610 miles
    Test number
    683018480527
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal slightly spongy but does not travel to floor and brake reading requirements met
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wing damaged

  5. Pass61,032 miles (+549)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    61,032 miles
    Test number
    857139431571
    • AdvisoryFront Spongy brake pedal
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  6. Pass60,483 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    60,483 miles
    Test number
    372580127997
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail60,483 miles (+1,615)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,483 miles
    Test number
    127181813833
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass58,868 miles (+6,508)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    58,868 miles
    Test number
    572276724455
    • AdvisoryDRIVER SIDE WING DAMAGE BUT NO SHARP EDGE

  9. Pass52,360 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    52,360 miles
    Test number
    485543899171
    • AdvisoryFront Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt (both sides)

  10. Fail52,360 miles (+1,017)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,360 miles
    Test number
    671347081359
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt (both sides)

  11. Pass51,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    51,343 miles
    Test number
    253127293505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail51,343 miles (+970)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,343 miles
    Test number
    319926530514
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Pass50,373 miles (+3,393)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    50,373 miles
    Test number
    743414781434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass46,980 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    46,980 miles
    Test number
    853411017958
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 3.0 mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail46,978 miles (+925)1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,978 miles
    Test number
    677666052926
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 185/60 x 15 84 h (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no pump (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 3.0 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  16. Fail46,053 miles (+10,686)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,053 miles
    Test number
    593583937738
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light is on

  17. Pass35,367 miles (+10,086)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    35,367 miles
    Test number
    918845704994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    25,281 miles
    Test number
    326518185160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail25,281 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,281 miles
    Test number
    217878485459
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Questions about LB12 VBP

Does LB12 VBP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 VBP is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 VBP?
The MOT on LB12 VBP is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 VBP done?
LB12 VBP was recorded at 62,566 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 3,504 miles a year.
Has LB12 VBP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 VBP has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 VBP 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 VBP find?
LB12 VBP passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front wing slightly damage but no sharp edges, and 1 more.

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