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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

LP12 LGVMOT history

LP12 LGV is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 97,035 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

LP12 LGV black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
97,035 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,709 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 LGV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
28 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 LGV was last recorded at 97,035 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 11,497 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,538 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
11,497 miles
Average per year
7,709 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,035 miles
  • 2025 – 85,538 miles
  • 2024 – 69,913 miles
  • 2023 – 62,073 miles
  • 2022 – 51,242 miles
  • 2021 – 38,728 miles
  • 2020 – 38,186 miles
  • 2019 – 31,678 miles
  • 2018 – 25,896 miles
  • 2017 – 21,056 miles
  • 2016 – 17,527 miles
  • 2015 – 13,605 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,035 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Child seat fitted to NSR.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

16 tests since 13 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,035 miles (+11,497)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    97,035 miles
    Test number
    535138392780
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass85,538 miles (+15,625)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    85,538 miles
    Test number
    419947257222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass69,913 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    69,913 miles
    Test number
    519330377741
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail69,903 miles (+7,830)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,903 miles
    Test number
    910671915610
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass62,073 miles (+10,831)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    62,073 miles
    Test number
    681392225336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass51,242 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    51,242 miles
    Test number
    210125399938
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail51,242 miles (+12,514)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,242 miles
    Test number
    241737370529
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass38,728 miles (+542)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    38,728 miles
    Test number
    632411251533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass38,186 miles (+6,508)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    38,186 miles
    Test number
    310221617616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass31,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    31,678 miles
    Test number
    662311428579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail31,678 miles (+5,782)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,678 miles
    Test number
    503774438111
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass25,896 miles (+4,840)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    25,896 miles
    Test number
    914267640120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass21,056 miles (+3,529)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    21,056 miles
    Test number
    330089343650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass17,527 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    17,527 miles
    Test number
    357481733629
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to NSR.

  15. Fail17,527 miles (+3,922)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,527 miles
    Test number
    542684090848
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to NSR.

  16. Pass13,605 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    13,605 miles
    Test number
    398174165121
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LP12 LGV

Does LP12 LGV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP12 LGV is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP12 LGV?
The MOT on LP12 LGV is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP12 LGV done?
LP12 LGV was recorded at 97,035 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 7,709 miles a year.
Has LP12 LGV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 LGV has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LP12 LGV 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 LGV find?
LP12 LGV passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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