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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

LS12 OTYMOT history

LS12 OTY is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 48,372 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

LS12 OTY grey Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
48,372 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,768 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 OTY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
16 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 OTY was last recorded at 48,372 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 1,554 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
46,818 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,554 miles
Average per year
2,768 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,372 miles
  • 2025 – 46,818 miles
  • 2024 – 45,527 miles
  • 2023 – 42,484 miles
  • 2022 – 37,355 miles
  • 2021 – 33,172 miles
  • 2020 – 27,787 miles
  • 2019 – 25,226 miles
  • 2018 – 23,527 miles
  • 2017 – 22,256 miles
  • 2016 – 20,204 miles
  • 2015 – 18,063 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,372 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 21 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    48,372 miles
    Test number
    708724051828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail48,371 miles (+1,553)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,371 miles
    Test number
    851352020107
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass46,818 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    46,818 miles
    Test number
    572857771386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake adjustment required to remove free play on the take up of operation
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer casing corroding through / starting to break up - not leaking yet

  4. Fail46,818 miles (+1,291)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,818 miles
    Test number
    618325904352
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake adjustment required to remove free play on the take up of operation
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer outer casing corroding through / starting to break up - not leaking yet

  5. Pass45,527 miles (+3,043)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    45,527 miles
    Test number
    790670224719
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass42,484 miles (+5,129)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    42,484 miles
    Test number
    555282306938
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.5mm - wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm - wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake adjustment advised to remove slight free play

  7. Pass37,355 miles (+4,183)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    37,355 miles
    Test number
    863848949014
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass33,172 miles (+5,385)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    33,172 miles
    Test number
    819543652519
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass27,787 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    27,787 miles
    Test number
    487733515230
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail27,787 miles (+2,561)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,787 miles
    Test number
    854471761269
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass25,226 miles (+1,699)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    25,226 miles
    Test number
    899901363510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass23,527 miles (+1,271)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    23,527 miles
    Test number
    172032747113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass22,256 miles (+2,052)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    22,256 miles
    Test number
    657676011962
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass20,204 miles (+2,141)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    20,204 miles
    Test number
    412036523488
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass18,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    18,063 miles
    Test number
    185941515160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS12 OTY

Does LS12 OTY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 OTY is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 OTY?
The MOT on LS12 OTY is valid until 20 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 OTY done?
LS12 OTY was recorded at 48,372 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 2,768 miles a year.
Has LS12 OTY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 OTY has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 OTY 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 OTY find?
LS12 OTY passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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