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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

LS12 MKUMOT history

LS12 MKU is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jun 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 105,375 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

LS12 MKU white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jun 2027
Mileage
105,375 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,688 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 MKU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
22 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 MKU was last recorded at 105,375 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 15,760 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
89,615 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
15,760 miles
Average per year
7,688 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,375 miles
  • 2025 – 89,615 miles
  • 2024 – 77,870 miles
  • 2023 – 68,376 miles
  • 2022 – 60,209 miles
  • 2021 – 55,041 miles
  • 2020 – 52,945 miles
  • 2019 – 46,585 miles
  • 2018 – 39,142 miles
  • 2017 – 31,891 miles
  • 2016 – 22,551 miles
  • 2015 – 18,907 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,375 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bumper damaged
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 6 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,375 miles (+15,760)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    105,375 miles
    Test number
    394135496422
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass89,615 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    89,615 miles
    Test number
    924567776760
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail89,614 miles (+11,744)1 dangerous1 major2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,614 miles
    Test number
    204733759750
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm rear bush worn (both sides) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass77,870 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    77,870 miles
    Test number
    312494674860
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail77,870 miles (+9,494)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,870 miles
    Test number
    581864078467
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass68,376 miles (+8,167)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    68,376 miles
    Test number
    743641433773
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Sill corroded

  7. Pass60,209 miles (+5,168)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    60,209 miles
    Test number
    742468617210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass55,041 miles (+2,096)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    55,041 miles
    Test number
    695074331774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass52,945 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    52,945 miles
    Test number
    966860944211
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn off (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail52,945 miles (+6,360)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,945 miles
    Test number
    973560608554
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn off (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass46,585 miles (+7,443)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    46,585 miles
    Test number
    362424395831
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and perishing, also starting to get low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryStone chip to front screen

  12. Pass39,142 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    39,142 miles
    Test number
    507172631833
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearsider and offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder body shields fitted obscuring some components from inspection

  13. Fail39,142 miles (+7,251)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,142 miles
    Test number
    288111914072
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearsider and offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder body shields fitted obscuring some components from inspection

  14. Pass31,891 miles (+9,340)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    31,891 miles
    Test number
    820143002819
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  15. Pass22,551 miles (+3,644)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    22,551 miles
    Test number
    391105438754
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm inner and outer treads (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner and outer treads 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass18,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    18,907 miles
    Test number
    127391275465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,907 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    18,907 miles
    Test number
    979195365077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS12 MKU

Does LS12 MKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 MKU is valid until 11 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 MKU?
The MOT on LS12 MKU is valid until 11 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 MKU done?
LS12 MKU was recorded at 105,375 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 7,688 miles a year.
Has LS12 MKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 MKU has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LS12 MKU 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 MKU find?
LS12 MKU passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front lower bumper damaged; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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