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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

LS12 BSVMOT history

LS12 BSV is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Mar 2012. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 73,467 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2025.

LS12 BSV blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 17 Sept 2026
Mileage
73,467 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2025
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,693 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 BSV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
18 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 BSV was last recorded at 73,467 miles on 18 Sept 2025, 2,560 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,907 miles · 6 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
2,560 miles
Average per year
4,693 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 73,467 miles
  • 2024 – 70,907 miles
  • 2023 – 61,573 miles
  • 2022 – 55,587 miles
  • 2021 – 53,491 miles
  • 2020 – 52,081 miles
  • 2019 – 48,379 miles
  • 2018 – 43,762 miles
  • 2017 – 38,190 miles
  • 2016 – 31,245 miles
  • 2015 – 24,049 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,467 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake back plate slightly wet with brake fluid. Possible leak from wheel cylinder.
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisorySigns of accident at front of vehicle. Radiator lower support missing but the radiator is still supported elsewhere. Other parts bent and broken but not dangerous.

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 9 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,467 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    73,467 miles
    Test number
    697972897860
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake back plate slightly wet with brake fluid. Possible leak from wheel cylinder.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySigns of accident at front of vehicle. Radiator lower support missing but the radiator is still supported elsewhere. Other parts bent and broken but not dangerous.

  2. Fail73,467 miles (+2,560)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,467 miles
    Test number
    103718205294
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake back plate slightly wet with brake fluid. Possible leak from wheel cylinder.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySigns of accident at front of vehicle. Radiator lower support missing but the radiator is still supported elsewhere. Other parts bent and broken but not dangerous.

  3. Pass70,907 miles (+2,521)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    70,907 miles
    Test number
    417561084619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass68,386 miles (+6,813)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    68,386 miles
    Test number
    589857559203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass61,573 miles (+5,986)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    61,573 miles
    Test number
    430128866772
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass55,587 miles (+2,096)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    55,587 miles
    Test number
    952287731707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass53,491 miles (+1,410)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    53,491 miles
    Test number
    385090839733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass52,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    52,081 miles
    Test number
    319278834342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail52,081 miles (+3,702)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,081 miles
    Test number
    401122793405
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass48,379 miles (+4,617)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    48,379 miles
    Test number
    655730734802

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass43,762 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    43,762 miles
    Test number
    627841046132
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail43,760 miles (+5,570)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,760 miles
    Test number
    905508273472
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low unable to adjust (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass38,190 miles (+6,945)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    38,190 miles
    Test number
    286057723341
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass31,245 miles (+7,196)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    31,245 miles
    Test number
    690717744243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass24,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    24,049 miles
    Test number
    568648065093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 BSV

Does LS12 BSV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS12 BSV expired on 17 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS12 BSV?
The MOT on LS12 BSV expired on 17 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS12 BSV done?
LS12 BSV was recorded at 73,467 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2025, an average of 4,693 miles a year.
Has LS12 BSV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 BSV has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LS12 BSV 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 LS12 BSV find?
LS12 BSV passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear brake back plate slightly wet with brake fluid. possible leak from wheel cylinder., and 2 more.

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