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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

LS12 LNCMOT history

LS12 LNC is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 27 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 76,545 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

LS12 LNC blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
76,545 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,390 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 LNC
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
27 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 LNC was last recorded at 76,545 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,541 miles · 25 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
4,390 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,545 miles
  • 2025 – 73,544 miles
  • 2024 – 69,980 miles
  • 2023 – 66,412 miles
  • 2022 – 64,042 miles
  • 2021 – 61,331 miles
  • 2020 – 59,038 miles
  • 2019 – 54,169 miles
  • 2018 – 50,336 miles
  • 2017 – 46,257 miles
  • 2016 – 37,216 miles
  • 2015 – 28,179 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,545 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXI STRONG ADVICE (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect N/S + O/S (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement STRONG ADVICE (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect N/S + O/S (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 25 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,545 miles (+4)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    76,545 miles
    Test number
    133360464905
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXI STRONG ADVICE (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect N/S + O/S (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement STRONG ADVICE (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect N/S + O/S (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Fail76,541 miles (+2,997)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,541 miles
    Test number
    157105016363
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXI STRONG ADVICE (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect N/S + O/S (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement STRONG ADVICE (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect N/S + O/S (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Pass73,544 miles (+3,564)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    73,544 miles
    Test number
    132475307994
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass69,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    69,980 miles
    Test number
    478316621424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail69,980 miles (+3,568)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,980 miles
    Test number
    925268057495
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass66,412 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    66,412 miles
    Test number
    451497972608
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail66,412 miles (+2,370)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,412 miles
    Test number
    947564333970
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass64,042 miles (+2,711)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    64,042 miles
    Test number
    798703951494
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass61,331 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    61,331 miles
    Test number
    505892595970
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Fail61,331 miles (+2,293)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,331 miles
    Test number
    463292974318
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185/60r15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass59,038 miles (+4,869)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    59,038 miles
    Test number
    934245959558
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass54,169 miles (+3,833)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    54,169 miles
    Test number
    278288356513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,336 miles (+4,079)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    50,336 miles
    Test number
    453185394299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass46,257 miles (+9,041)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    46,257 miles
    Test number
    594366440267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,216 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    37,216 miles
    Test number
    720912212637
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail37,216 miles (+9,037)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,216 miles
    Test number
    813972411033
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail28,179 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,179 miles
    Test number
    278834985017
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass28,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    28,179 miles
    Test number
    956794985019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 LNC

Does LS12 LNC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 LNC is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 LNC?
The MOT on LS12 LNC is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 LNC done?
LS12 LNC was recorded at 76,545 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 4,390 miles a year.
Has LS12 LNC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 LNC has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 LNC 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 LNC find?
LS12 LNC passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 7 advisories: front lower exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi strong advice; front oil leak, but not excessive; front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s + o/s, and 4 more.

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