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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

LP12 ZCNMOT history

LP12 ZCN is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 95,512 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LP12 ZCN black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Oct 2027
Mileage
95,512 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,510 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 ZCN
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
31 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 ZCN was last recorded at 95,512 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 6,333 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,179 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,333 miles
Average per year
7,510 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,512 miles
  • 2025 – 89,179 miles
  • 2024 – 83,105 miles
  • 2023 – 79,414 miles
  • 2022 – 70,721 miles
  • 2021 – 64,794 miles
  • 2019 – 52,666 miles
  • 2018 – 39,919 miles
  • 2017 – 25,929 miles
  • 2016 – 17,831 miles
  • 2015 – 10,141 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,512 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 20 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,512 miles (+6,333)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    95,512 miles
    Test number
    852108855710
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass89,179 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    89,179 miles
    Test number
    757090526096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail89,179 miles (+6,074)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,179 miles
    Test number
    840104671104
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass83,105 miles (+3,691)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    83,105 miles
    Test number
    182052200749
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass79,414 miles (+8,693)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    79,414 miles
    Test number
    490942942537
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass70,721 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    70,721 miles
    Test number
    983474708460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail70,720 miles (+5,926)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,720 miles
    Test number
    500406336083
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass64,794 miles (+12,128)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    64,794 miles
    Test number
    984140309952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass52,666 miles (+12,747)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    52,666 miles
    Test number
    977248086261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass39,919 miles (+13,990)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    39,919 miles
    Test number
    159987296022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass25,929 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    25,929 miles
    Test number
    672831004038
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront no.plate damaged but not likely to be misread
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  12. Fail25,929 miles (+8,098)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,929 miles
    Test number
    222502312708
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront no.plate damaged but not likely to be misread
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  13. Pass17,831 miles (+7,690)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    17,831 miles
    Test number
    974961332640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass10,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    10,141 miles
    Test number
    609200945160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP12 ZCN

Does LP12 ZCN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP12 ZCN is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP12 ZCN?
The MOT on LP12 ZCN is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP12 ZCN done?
LP12 ZCN was recorded at 95,512 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 7,510 miles a year.
Has LP12 ZCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 ZCN has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LP12 ZCN 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 ZCN find?
LP12 ZCN passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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