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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

LS12 LNDMOT history

LS12 LND is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 24 May 2012. Its MOT expired on 19 Oct 2026 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 122,502 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2025.

LS12 LND grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Oct 2026
Mileage
122,502 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2025
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,510 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 LND
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
24 May 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 LND was last recorded at 122,502 miles on 20 Oct 2025, 41 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,461 miles · 8 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
41 miles
Average per year
8,510 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,502 miles
  • 2024 – 116,301 miles
  • 2023 – 108,680 miles
  • 2022 – 99,387 miles
  • 2021 – 91,643 miles
  • 2020 – 86,633 miles
  • 2019 – 75,686 miles
  • 2018 – 64,129 miles
  • 2017 – 53,584 miles
  • 2016 – 43,314 miles
  • 2015 – 33,667 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,502 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Park brake lever has minimal reserve travel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible coupling

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 13 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,502 miles (+41)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    122,502 miles
    Test number
    317126948230
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail122,461 miles (+6,160)4 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,461 miles
    Test number
    364946446156
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass116,301 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    116,301 miles
    Test number
    766174858150
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexible coupling deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever has minimal reserve travel
  4. Fail116,301 miles (+7,621)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,301 miles
    Test number
    958473910668
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working Both (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexible coupling deteriorated
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever has minimal reserve travel
  5. Pass108,680 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    108,680 miles
    Test number
    320480704271
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible coupling (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  6. Fail108,680 miles (+9,293)4 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,680 miles
    Test number
    298991387792
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested Dipped beam inoperative (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexible coupling (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  7. Pass99,387 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    99,387 miles
    Test number
    437106780758
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever has minimal reserve travel
  8. Fail99,387 miles (+7,744)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,387 miles
    Test number
    506670979823
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever has minimal reserve travel
  9. Pass91,643 miles (+5,010)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    91,643 miles
    Test number
    179255057230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,633 miles (+10,947)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    86,633 miles
    Test number
    949685409420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    75,686 miles
    Test number
    919501208515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail75,685 miles (+11,556)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,685 miles
    Test number
    111574297207
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  13. Pass64,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    64,129 miles
    Test number
    956696741885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail64,129 miles (+10,545)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,129 miles
    Test number
    906952375042
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  15. Pass53,584 miles (+10,270)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    53,584 miles
    Test number
    928494445474
    • AdvisoryCentral Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
  16. Pass43,314 miles (+9,647)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    43,314 miles
    Test number
    528910930386
    • AdvisoryBoth front and n/s/r tyres worn low.fronts worn badly on inner edges
  17. Pass33,667 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2016
    Odometer
    33,667 miles
    Test number
    887173435165
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
  18. Fail33,667 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,667 miles
    Test number
    767093535113
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Questions about LS12 LND

Does LS12 LND currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS12 LND expired on 19 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS12 LND?
The MOT on LS12 LND expired on 19 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS12 LND done?
LS12 LND was recorded at 122,502 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2025, an average of 8,510 miles a year.
Has LS12 LND ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 LND has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LS12 LND 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 LND find?
LS12 LND passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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