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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

LB12 YLAMOT history

LB12 YLA is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Aug 2012. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 88,121 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
88,121 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,116 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 YLA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
21 Aug 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 YLA was last recorded at 88,121 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 23,311 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,810 miles · 13 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
23,311 miles
Average per year
7,116 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,121 miles
  • 2025 – 64,810 miles
  • 2024 – 59,650 miles
  • 2023 – 53,274 miles
  • 2022 – 46,281 miles
  • 2021 – 39,319 miles
  • 2020 – 34,302 miles
  • 2019 – 28,653 miles
  • 2018 – 23,799 miles
  • 2017 – 18,931 miles
  • 2016 – 14,229 miles
  • 2015 – 10,030 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,121 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm back bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,121 miles (+23,311)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    88,121 miles
    Test number
    752762469541
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass64,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    64,810 miles
    Test number
    691503022929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail64,810 miles (+5,160)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,810 miles
    Test number
    489134732335
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  4. Pass59,650 miles (+6,376)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    59,650 miles
    Test number
    490679339372
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass53,274 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    53,274 miles
    Test number
    482155857249
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail53,274 miles (+6,993)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,274 miles
    Test number
    112215257279
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass46,281 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    46,281 miles
    Test number
    360439011472
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail46,281 miles (+6,962)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,281 miles
    Test number
    234828996638
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass39,319 miles (+5,017)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    39,319 miles
    Test number
    842194130176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass34,302 miles (+5,649)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    34,302 miles
    Test number
    542429978516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass28,653 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    28,653 miles
    Test number
    239131008195
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail28,651 miles (+4,852)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,651 miles
    Test number
    705483821828
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass23,799 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    23,799 miles
    Test number
    182697895140
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Fail23,799 miles (+4,868)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,799 miles
    Test number
    836711548692
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass18,931 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    18,931 miles
    Test number
    165811609050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail18,931 miles (+4,702)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,931 miles
    Test number
    809508818698
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

  17. Pass14,229 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    14,229 miles
    Test number
    988680893535
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted

  18. Fail14,229 miles (+4,199)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,229 miles
    Test number
    710041084625
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted

  19. Pass10,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    10,030 miles
    Test number
    131425370099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 YLA

Does LB12 YLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 YLA is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 YLA?
The MOT on LB12 YLA is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 YLA done?
LB12 YLA was recorded at 88,121 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 7,116 miles a year.
Has LB12 YLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 YLA has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 YLA 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 YLA find?
LB12 YLA passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres.

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