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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

LS12 DXJMOT history

LS12 DXJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 48,275 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

LS12 DXJ black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
48,275 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,085 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 DXJ
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
21 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 DXJ was last recorded at 48,275 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 3,097 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
45,178 miles · 25 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,097 miles
Average per year
3,085 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,275 miles
  • 2024 – 45,178 miles
  • 2023 – 42,050 miles
  • 2022 – 38,541 miles
  • 2021 – 33,835 miles
  • 2019 – 28,375 miles
  • 2018 – 23,199 miles
  • 2017 – 20,692 miles
  • 2016 – 17,896 miles
  • 2015 – 15,340 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,275 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • 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))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass48,275 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    48,275 miles
    Test number
    566969051041
    • 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))

  2. Fail48,275 miles (+3,097)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,275 miles
    Test number
    627952178746
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  3. Pass45,178 miles (+3,128)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    45,178 miles
    Test number
    193227315230
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  4. Pass42,050 miles (+3,509)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    42,050 miles
    Test number
    284408166320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass38,541 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    38,541 miles
    Test number
    498000118474
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail38,541 miles (+4,706)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,541 miles
    Test number
    844217066305
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass33,835 miles (+5,460)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    33,835 miles
    Test number
    432969151145
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass28,375 miles (+5,176)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    28,375 miles
    Test number
    951722857273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass23,199 miles (+2,507)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    23,199 miles
    Test number
    523564968570
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass20,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    20,692 miles
    Test number
    292104876991

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail20,692 miles (+2,796)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,692 miles
    Test number
    448043272169
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  12. Pass17,896 miles (+2,556)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    17,896 miles
    Test number
    544268230037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass15,340 miles (+578)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    15,340 miles
    Test number
    828788025183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass14,762 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    14,762 miles
    Test number
    106729675005
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing low on inner edge.

Questions about LS12 DXJ

Does LS12 DXJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 DXJ is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 DXJ?
The MOT on LS12 DXJ is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 DXJ done?
LS12 DXJ was recorded at 48,275 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 3,085 miles a year.
Has LS12 DXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 DXJ has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 DXJ 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 DXJ find?
LS12 DXJ passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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