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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

LP12 LGKMOT history

LP12 LGK is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 10 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 31 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 83,316 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

LP12 LGK black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Jul 2027
Mileage
83,316 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,055 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 LGK
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
10 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 LGK was last recorded at 83,316 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 4,809 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,507 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,809 miles
Average per year
5,055 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,316 miles
  • 2025 – 78,507 miles
  • 2024 – 72,604 miles
  • 2023 – 66,020 miles
  • 2022 – 58,336 miles
  • 2021 – 51,352 miles
  • 2020 – 49,381 miles
  • 2019 – 48,093 miles
  • 2018 – 45,038 miles
  • 2017 – 38,268 miles
  • 2016 – 30,960 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,316 miles

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Under-trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

13 tests since 7 Mar 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,316 miles (+4,809)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    83,316 miles
    Test number
    284542402005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass78,507 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    78,507 miles
    Test number
    153501246036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail78,506 miles (+5,902)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,506 miles
    Test number
    725231756341
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  4. Pass72,604 miles (+6,584)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    72,604 miles
    Test number
    688950880637

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass66,020 miles (+7,684)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    66,020 miles
    Test number
    194237230649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass58,336 miles (+6,984)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    58,336 miles
    Test number
    104262524114
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
  7. Pass51,352 miles (+1,971)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    51,352 miles
    Test number
    944759808961
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass49,381 miles (+1,288)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    49,381 miles
    Test number
    376804339823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass48,093 miles (+3,055)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    48,093 miles
    Test number
    268554826792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass45,038 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    45,038 miles
    Test number
    852027998969
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted
  11. Fail45,038 miles (+6,770)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,038 miles
    Test number
    146033680913
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearings not tested
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted
  12. Pass38,268 miles (+7,308)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    38,268 miles
    Test number
    989549610140
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass30,960 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    30,960 miles
    Test number
    180974522475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LP12 LGK

Does LP12 LGK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP12 LGK is valid until 31 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP12 LGK?
The MOT on LP12 LGK is valid until 31 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP12 LGK done?
LP12 LGK was recorded at 83,316 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 5,055 miles a year.
Has LP12 LGK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 LGK has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LP12 LGK 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 LP12 LGK find?
LP12 LGK passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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