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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

LB12 VBXMOT history

LB12 VBX is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 77,423 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
77,423 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,003 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 VBX
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
28 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 VBX was last recorded at 77,423 miles on 16 Jun 2026, 5,028 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
72,395 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,028 miles
Average per year
6,003 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,423 miles
  • 2025 – 72,395 miles
  • 2023 – 63,079 miles
  • 2022 – 49,620 miles
  • 2021 – 43,187 miles
  • 2020 – 30,369 miles
  • 2019 – 25,751 miles
  • 2018 – 21,707 miles
  • 2017 – 18,344 miles
  • 2016 – 15,316 miles
  • 2015 – 11,766 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,423 miles
  • MinorRear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced both sides (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 9 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,423 miles (+5,028)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    77,423 miles
    Test number
    613098466300
    • MinorRear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced both sides (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass72,395 miles (+9,316)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    72,395 miles
    Test number
    983723723220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass63,079 miles (+13,459)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    63,079 miles
    Test number
    934928815182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass49,620 miles (+6,433)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    49,620 miles
    Test number
    226261184956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass43,187 miles (+1,061)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    43,187 miles
    Test number
    333077223736
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass42,126 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    42,126 miles
    Test number
    164476067171
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail42,126 miles (+11,757)2 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,126 miles
    Test number
    989651181822
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass30,369 miles (+4,618)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    30,369 miles
    Test number
    595076523455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass25,751 miles (+4,044)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    25,751 miles
    Test number
    570035622172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass21,707 miles (+3,363)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    21,707 miles
    Test number
    405628916416
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySERVICE LIGHT ON

  11. Pass18,344 miles (+3,028)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    18,344 miles
    Test number
    486786353916
    • AdvisoryNearside front and offside front and rear tyres signs of perish

  12. Pass15,316 miles (+3,550)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    15,316 miles
    Test number
    833834226463
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Pass11,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    11,766 miles
    Test number
    845030495154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail11,766 miles1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,766 miles
    Test number
    167890195198
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Questions about LB12 VBX

Does LB12 VBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 VBX is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 VBX?
The MOT on LB12 VBX 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 VBX done?
LB12 VBX was recorded at 77,423 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2026, an average of 6,003 miles a year.
Has LB12 VBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 VBX has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on LB12 VBX 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 VBX find?
LB12 VBX passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: rear position lamp light intensity obviously reduced both sides; front inner brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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