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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

LP12 VCZMOT history

LP12 VCZ is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 50,396 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

LP12 VCZ grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
50,396 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,347 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 VCZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 VCZ was last recorded at 50,396 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 2,275 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,121 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,275 miles
Average per year
3,347 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,396 miles
  • 2025 – 48,121 miles
  • 2024 – 45,920 miles
  • 2023 – 44,086 miles
  • 2022 – 42,444 miles
  • 2021 – 36,331 miles
  • 2020 – 33,217 miles
  • 2019 – 30,324 miles
  • 2018 – 25,681 miles
  • 2017 – 19,768 miles
  • 2016 – 17,042 miles
  • 2015 – 14,985 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,396 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both side (1.1.13 (a) (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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 21 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,396 miles (+2,275)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    50,396 miles
    Test number
    171145700446
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass48,121 miles (+2,201)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    48,121 miles
    Test number
    234652039710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass45,920 miles (+1,834)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    45,920 miles
    Test number
    438198471182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass44,086 miles (+1,642)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    44,086 miles
    Test number
    568970283110
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass42,444 miles (+6,113)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    42,444 miles
    Test number
    497649888162
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass36,331 miles (+3,114)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    36,331 miles
    Test number
    812491965214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass33,217 miles (+2,893)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    33,217 miles
    Test number
    158240859712
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass30,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    30,324 miles
    Test number
    122114336740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail30,324 miles (+4,643)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,324 miles
    Test number
    141345684785
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass25,681 miles (+5,913)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    25,681 miles
    Test number
    367544011173
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres 3mm and wearing on edges
  11. Pass19,768 miles (+2,726)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    19,768 miles
    Test number
    980490936949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass17,042 miles (+2,057)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    17,042 miles
    Test number
    254955660783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass14,985 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    14,985 miles
    Test number
    129402305228
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  14. Fail14,985 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,985 miles
    Test number
    478792305289
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Questions about LP12 VCZ

Does LP12 VCZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP12 VCZ is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP12 VCZ?
The MOT on LP12 VCZ is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP12 VCZ done?
LP12 VCZ was recorded at 50,396 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 3,347 miles a year.
Has LP12 VCZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 VCZ has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Mar 2019.
Has the mileage on LP12 VCZ 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 VCZ find?
LP12 VCZ passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side; front brake pad(s) wearing thin both side.

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