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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

LB12 VGCMOT history

LB12 VGC is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 119,187 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
119,187 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,939 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 VGC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
21 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 VGC was last recorded at 119,187 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 18,837 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,350 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
18,837 miles
Average per year
8,939 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,187 miles
  • 2025 – 100,350 miles
  • 2024 – 93,625 miles
  • 2022 – 81,199 miles
  • 2021 – 64,066 miles
  • 2020 – 56,575 miles
  • 2019 – 50,227 miles
  • 2018 – 44,389 miles
  • 2017 – 35,396 miles
  • 2016 – 28,344 miles
  • 2015 – 23,378 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,187 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryHandbrake has travel
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (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.

  • Central Front Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front headlamp mounting slight damage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 21 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,187 miles (+18,837)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    119,187 miles
    Test number
    246856112128
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has travel
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  2. Pass100,350 miles (+6,725)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    100,350 miles
    Test number
    683419601608
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass93,625 miles (+4)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    93,625 miles
    Test number
    344070886655
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp mounting slight damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drivers door sill corroded through
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  4. Fail93,621 miles (+12,422)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,621 miles
    Test number
    252949738364
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp mounting slight damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drivers door sill corroded through
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  5. Pass81,199 miles (+164)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    81,199 miles
    Test number
    439656967593
    • AdvisoryTPMS Indicates low tyre pressure
  6. Fail81,035 miles (+16,969)3 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,035 miles
    Test number
    647451930771
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTPMS Indicates low tyre pressure
  7. Pass64,066 miles (+7,491)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    64,066 miles
    Test number
    723872396759
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  8. Pass56,575 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    56,575 miles
    Test number
    739114561876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail56,575 miles (+6,348)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,575 miles
    Test number
    246284543448
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  10. Pass50,227 miles (+5,838)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    50,227 miles
    Test number
    178891353032
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  11. Pass44,389 miles (+8,993)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    44,389 miles
    Test number
    968087565235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass35,396 miles (+7,052)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    35,396 miles
    Test number
    558118362108
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass28,344 miles (+4,966)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    28,344 miles
    Test number
    780454129899
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass23,378 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    23,378 miles
    Test number
    886192605203
    • NoteO/S/R shock absorber leaking but not considered excesssive

Questions about LB12 VGC

Does LB12 VGC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 VGC is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 VGC?
The MOT on LB12 VGC is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 VGC done?
LB12 VGC was recorded at 119,187 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 8,939 miles a year.
Has LB12 VGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 VGC has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LB12 VGC 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 VGC find?
LB12 VGC passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi; handbrake has travel; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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