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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,390 cc

LS12 PFJMOT history

LS12 PFJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 69,229 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

LS12 PFJ black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
69,229 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,340 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 PFJ
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
20 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 PFJ was last recorded at 69,229 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 2,934 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,295 miles · 22 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,934 miles
Average per year
4,340 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,229 miles
  • 2025 – 66,295 miles
  • 2024 – 64,085 miles
  • 2023 – 62,306 miles
  • 2022 – 61,340 miles
  • 2021 – 60,364 miles
  • 2020 – 50,305 miles
  • 2019 – 45,992 miles
  • 2018 – 42,171 miles
  • 2017 – 36,484 miles
  • 2016 – 27,382 miles
  • 2015 – 20,155 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,229 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front track rod end rubber cracking
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust box rustyRecorded 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 Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front tyre worn from edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 14 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,229 miles (+2,934)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    69,229 miles
    Test number
    533447507194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front track rod end rubber cracking
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box rusty
  2. Pass66,295 miles (+2,210)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    66,295 miles
    Test number
    309666052874
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box rusty
  3. Pass64,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    64,085 miles
    Test number
    821613648405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail64,085 miles (+1,779)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,085 miles
    Test number
    290045925268
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  5. Pass62,306 miles (+966)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    62,306 miles
    Test number
    482508129980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass61,340 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    61,340 miles
    Test number
    249362811880
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Fail61,339 miles (+975)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,339 miles
    Test number
    148897972065
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass60,364 miles (+10,059)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    60,364 miles
    Test number
    798224609485
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  9. Pass50,305 miles (+4,313)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    50,305 miles
    Test number
    282317015265
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass45,992 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    45,992 miles
    Test number
    670076944197
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  11. Fail45,992 miles (+3,821)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,992 miles
    Test number
    364288548901
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  12. Pass42,171 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    42,171 miles
    Test number
    726586984904
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn from edges
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  13. Fail42,171 miles (+5,687)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,171 miles
    Test number
    903359124206
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high head lamp unit brakets broken (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn from edges
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Pass36,484 miles (+9,102)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    36,484 miles
    Test number
    876313970736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,382 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    27,382 miles
    Test number
    236554855278
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  16. Fail27,382 miles (+7,227)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,382 miles
    Test number
    660487203929
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Pass20,155 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    20,155 miles
    Test number
    208334805434
    • NoteOffside front tyre cut on sidewall cords not showing.

Questions about LS12 PFJ

Does LS12 PFJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 PFJ is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 PFJ?
The MOT on LS12 PFJ is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 PFJ done?
LS12 PFJ was recorded at 69,229 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 4,340 miles a year.
Has LS12 PFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 PFJ has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LS12 PFJ 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 PFJ find?
LS12 PFJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front track rod end rubber cracking; rear exhaust box rusty.

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