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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

LL12 LKUMOT history

LL12 LKU is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 25 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 54,021 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

LL12 LKU grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
54,021 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,572 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL12 LKU
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
25 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL12 LKU was last recorded at 54,021 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 1,968 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
52,053 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,968 miles
Average per year
2,572 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,021 miles
  • 2025 – 52,053 miles
  • 2024 – 50,283 miles
  • 2023 – 49,361 miles
  • 2022 – 48,679 miles
  • 2021 – 48,234 miles
  • 2020 – 46,905 miles
  • 2019 – 44,526 miles
  • 2018 – 40,729 miles
  • 2017 – 34,737 miles
  • 2016 – 29,788 miles
  • 2015 – 26,418 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,021 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,021 miles (+1,968)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    54,021 miles
    Test number
    719920311148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass52,053 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    52,053 miles
    Test number
    199883023876
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Fail52,053 miles (+1,770)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,053 miles
    Test number
    741692045253
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass50,283 miles (+922)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    50,283 miles
    Test number
    426746679760
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass49,361 miles (+682)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    49,361 miles
    Test number
    340072577498
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass48,679 miles (+445)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    48,679 miles
    Test number
    501455464480
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted
    • AdvisoryHand brake slightly high
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass48,234 miles (+1,329)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    48,234 miles
    Test number
    665988935988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass46,905 miles (+2,379)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    46,905 miles
    Test number
    274555772547
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass44,526 miles (+3,797)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    44,526 miles
    Test number
    178271650838
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass40,729 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    40,729 miles
    Test number
    241416384939
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail40,729 miles (+5,992)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,729 miles
    Test number
    514239110480
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring insecure incorrectly seated (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass34,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    34,737 miles
    Test number
    386873205509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail34,737 miles (+4,949)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,737 miles
    Test number
    590992790761
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass29,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    29,788 miles
    Test number
    467366509721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail29,788 miles (+3,370)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,788 miles
    Test number
    729610584145
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass26,418 miles (+1,024)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    26,418 miles
    Test number
    789421715211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass25,394 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    25,394 miles
    Test number
    996616245134
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Questions about LL12 LKU

Does LL12 LKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL12 LKU is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL12 LKU?
The MOT on LL12 LKU is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL12 LKU done?
LL12 LKU was recorded at 54,021 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 2,572 miles a year.
Has LL12 LKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL12 LKU has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LL12 LKU 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 LL12 LKU find?
LL12 LKU passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear outer tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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