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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

LB12 YKFMOT history

LB12 YKF is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 23 Oct 2026 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 110,248 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Oct 2026
Mileage
110,248 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2025
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,460 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 YKF
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
27 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 YKF was last recorded at 110,248 miles on 18 Oct 2025, 4,728 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,520 miles · 24 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,728 miles
Average per year
6,460 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 110,248 miles
  • 2024 – 105,520 miles
  • 2023 – 100,155 miles
  • 2022 – 95,256 miles
  • 2021 – 89,676 miles
  • 2020 – 85,682 miles
  • 2019 – 80,532 miles
  • 2018 – 70,799 miles
  • 2017 – 56,607 miles
  • 2016 – 53,175 miles
  • 2015 – 44,837 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,248 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass110,248 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    110,248 miles
    Test number
    308231953464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail110,248 miles (+4,728)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,248 miles
    Test number
    948351702856
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass105,520 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    105,520 miles
    Test number
    570934010685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail105,520 miles (+5,365)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,520 miles
    Test number
    172600687054
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  5. Pass100,155 miles (+4,899)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    100,155 miles
    Test number
    660140519932
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass95,256 miles (+5,580)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    95,256 miles
    Test number
    207558131042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass89,676 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    89,676 miles
    Test number
    850767276165
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail89,676 miles (+3,994)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,676 miles
    Test number
    858220026380
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass85,682 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    85,682 miles
    Test number
    603737500410
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail85,682 miles (+5,150)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,682 miles
    Test number
    952754934642
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass80,532 miles (+9,076)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    80,532 miles
    Test number
    870275029200
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass71,456 miles (+657)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    71,456 miles
    Test number
    389546650231
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront number plate cracked

  13. Fail70,799 miles (+14,192)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,799 miles
    Test number
    803078141646
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers and shields fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Cracking in tread pattern (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass56,607 miles (+3,432)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    56,607 miles
    Test number
    633004479288
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  15. Pass53,175 miles (+8,338)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    53,175 miles
    Test number
    667603400428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,837 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    44,837 miles
    Test number
    328459305249
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNSF wing damaged.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail44,837 miles (+911)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,837 miles
    Test number
    349228705402
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNSF wing damaged.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail43,926 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,926 miles
    Test number
    417054595127
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about LB12 YKF

Does LB12 YKF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 YKF is valid until 23 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB12 YKF?
The MOT on LB12 YKF is valid until 23 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 YKF done?
LB12 YKF was recorded at 110,248 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2025, an average of 6,460 miles a year.
Has LB12 YKF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 YKF has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 YKF 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 YKF find?
LB12 YKF passed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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