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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

LL12 NPVMOT history

LL12 NPV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 14 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 45,472 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

LL12 NPV silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
45,472 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,481 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL12 NPV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
14 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL12 NPV was last recorded at 45,472 miles on 6 May 2026, 3,279 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,193 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,279 miles
Average per year
3,481 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,472 miles
  • 2025 – 42,193 miles
  • 2024 – 39,038 miles
  • 2023 – 35,398 miles
  • 2022 – 30,878 miles
  • 2021 – 26,544 miles
  • 2020 – 22,882 miles
  • 2019 – 20,049 miles
  • 2018 – 16,978 miles
  • 2017 – 13,888 miles
  • 2016 – 11,267 miles
  • 2015 – 7,234 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,472 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil level low

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.

  • Engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both front lower

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid section.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 12 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,472 miles (+3,279)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    45,472 miles
    Test number
    818321242023
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  2. Pass42,193 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    42,193 miles
    Test number
    875402785677
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail42,192 miles (+3,154)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,192 miles
    Test number
    909310898713
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass39,038 miles (+3,640)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2025
    Odometer
    39,038 miles
    Test number
    983720080126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass35,398 miles (+66)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    35,398 miles
    Test number
    517551098416
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid section. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail35,332 miles (+4,454)1 major2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,332 miles
    Test number
    507240361536
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid section. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass30,878 miles (+4,334)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    30,878 miles
    Test number
    710214881642
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryGearbox sweaty
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring components

  8. Pass26,544 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    26,544 miles
    Test number
    936090255553
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing both edges
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring components

  9. Fail26,543 miles (+3,661)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,543 miles
    Test number
    534778797854
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on both edges
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring components

  10. Pass22,882 miles (+2,833)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2021
    Odometer
    22,882 miles
    Test number
    233964696961
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass20,049 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    20,049 miles
    Test number
    450571363006
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

  12. Fail20,035 miles (+3,057)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,035 miles
    Test number
    521096270075
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

  13. Pass16,978 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    16,978 miles
    Test number
    425715897699
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre sidewall deteriorated
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

  14. Fail16,968 miles (+3,080)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,968 miles
    Test number
    713032484750
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre sidewall deteriorated
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

  15. Pass13,888 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    13,888 miles
    Test number
    223806341414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail13,886 miles (+2,619)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,886 miles
    Test number
    690588401915
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  17. Pass11,267 miles (+4,033)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2017
    Odometer
    11,267 miles
    Test number
    688954008820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass7,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    7,234 miles
    Test number
    689652735159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL12 NPV

Does LL12 NPV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL12 NPV is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL12 NPV?
The MOT on LL12 NPV is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL12 NPV done?
LL12 NPV was recorded at 45,472 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 3,481 miles a year.
Has LL12 NPV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL12 NPV has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LL12 NPV 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 NPV find?
LL12 NPV passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive gearbox; oil level low.

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