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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

LB12 YKMMOT history

LB12 YKM is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 3 Aug 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 121,376 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
121,376 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,467 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 YKM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
3 Aug 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 YKM was last recorded at 121,376 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,363 miles · 30 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
8,467 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,376 miles
  • 2025 – 102,363 miles
  • 2024 – 96,745 miles
  • 2023 – 89,315 miles
  • 2022 – 82,626 miles
  • 2021 – 75,589 miles
  • 2020 – 69,092 miles
  • 2019 – 61,656 miles
  • 2018 – 54,010 miles
  • 2017 – 44,069 miles
  • 2016 – 35,461 miles
  • 2015 – 28,166 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,376 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 3 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,376 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    121,376 miles
    Test number
    561004281098
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail121,363 miles (+19,000)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,363 miles
    Test number
    254658087210
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass102,363 miles (+5,618)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    102,363 miles
    Test number
    881422298000
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass96,745 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    96,745 miles
    Test number
    778078494220
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  5. Fail96,745 miles (+7,430)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,745 miles
    Test number
    958206191681
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  6. Pass89,315 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    89,315 miles
    Test number
    370170890696
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Fail89,315 miles (+6,689)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,315 miles
    Test number
    985184090875
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Pass82,626 miles (+6)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    82,626 miles
    Test number
    211055684921
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail82,620 miles (+7,031)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,620 miles
    Test number
    652776591387
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  10. Pass75,589 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    75,589 miles
    Test number
    500564559542
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm 185/60 x 15 84 h (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail75,589 miles (+6,497)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,589 miles
    Test number
    962749518854
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm 185/60 x 15 84 h (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass69,092 miles (+7,436)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    69,092 miles
    Test number
    994526969160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,656 miles (+7,646)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    61,656 miles
    Test number
    883025609478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass54,010 miles (+9,941)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    54,010 miles
    Test number
    689629517784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    44,069 miles
    Test number
    821401283670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail44,069 miles (+8,608)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,069 miles
    Test number
    381508227851
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass35,461 miles (+7,295)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    35,461 miles
    Test number
    348443176400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    28,166 miles
    Test number
    855925710242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail28,166 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,166 miles
    Test number
    523570913113
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LB12 YKM

Does LB12 YKM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 YKM is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 YKM?
The MOT on LB12 YKM is valid until 6 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 YKM done?
LB12 YKM was recorded at 121,376 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 8,467 miles a year.
Has LB12 YKM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 YKM has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 YKM 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 YKM find?
LB12 YKM passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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