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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

LS12 MKKMOT history

LS12 MKK is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 149,791 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

LS12 MKK black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
149,791 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,828 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 MKK
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
22 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 MKK was last recorded at 149,791 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 51 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,740 miles · 22 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
51 miles
Average per year
9,828 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,791 miles
  • 2025 – 148,386 miles
  • 2024 – 140,270 miles
  • 2022 – 127,815 miles
  • 2021 – 112,437 miles
  • 2020 – 104,314 miles
  • 2019 – 101,584 miles
  • 2018 – 84,222 miles
  • 2017 – 68,802 miles
  • 2016 – 54,289 miles
  • 2015 – 40,811 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,791 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 23 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,791 miles (+51)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    149,791 miles
    Test number
    862126382006
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail149,740 miles (+1,354)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,740 miles
    Test number
    838212255136
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass148,386 miles (+8,116)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    148,386 miles
    Test number
    713948925572
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass140,270 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    140,270 miles
    Test number
    398046936608
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail140,268 miles (+12,453)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,268 miles
    Test number
    708876311889
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective Can't open (3.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass127,815 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    127,815 miles
    Test number
    329099107961
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail127,815 miles (+15,378)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,815 miles
    Test number
    651096254697
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass112,437 miles (+8,123)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    112,437 miles
    Test number
    355190410602
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass104,314 miles (+2,730)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    104,314 miles
    Test number
    386386169893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass101,584 miles (+2,543)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    101,584 miles
    Test number
    236214615240
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass99,041 miles (+14,819)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    99,041 miles
    Test number
    318833682196
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  12. Pass84,222 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    84,222 miles
    Test number
    831129801614
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted are obscuring some components
  13. Fail84,210 miles (+15,408)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,210 miles
    Test number
    478716782075
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner and outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer sill slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted are obscuring some components
  14. Pass68,802 miles (+111)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    68,802 miles
    Test number
    921640008200
    • AdvisoryAdvise engine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Fail68,691 miles (+14,402)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,691 miles
    Test number
    709188258710
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryAdvise engine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass54,289 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    54,289 miles
    Test number
    173109016990
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components
  17. Fail54,289 miles (+13,478)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,289 miles
    Test number
    513925192429
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays and engine covers fitted obscuring some components
  18. Pass40,811 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    40,811 miles
    Test number
    608372885096
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about LS12 MKK

Does LS12 MKK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 MKK is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 MKK?
The MOT on LS12 MKK is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 MKK done?
LS12 MKK was recorded at 149,791 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 9,828 miles a year.
Has LS12 MKK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 MKK has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 MKK 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 MKK find?
LS12 MKK passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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