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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

LS12 VKBMOT history

LS12 VKB is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Mar 2012. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2025 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 101,117 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2024.

LS12 VKB black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Sept 2025
Mileage
101,117 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2024
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,970 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 VKB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 VKB was last recorded at 101,117 miles on 18 Sept 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,117 miles · 17 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,970 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 101,117 miles
  • 2023 – 92,443 miles
  • 2022 – 85,949 miles
  • 2020 – 70,832 miles
  • 2019 – 66,808 miles
  • 2018 – 58,409 miles
  • 2017 – 47,729 miles
  • 2016 – 38,799 miles
  • 2015 – 29,175 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,117 miles

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.

  • Engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 9 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    101,117 miles
    Test number
    377015597958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail101,117 miles (+155)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,117 miles
    Test number
    473186660605
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTpms warning light on

  3. Fail100,962 miles (+8,519)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,962 miles
    Test number
    389099948874
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Pass92,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    92,443 miles
    Test number
    346303128396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail92,443 miles (+6,494)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,443 miles
    Test number
    349041865299
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Pass85,949 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    85,949 miles
    Test number
    819720447774
    • AdvisoryService light on

  7. Fail85,949 miles (+6,019)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,949 miles
    Test number
    774755380756
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryService light on

  8. Pass79,930 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    79,930 miles
    Test number
    725204638632
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components

  9. Fail79,930 miles (+9,098)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,930 miles
    Test number
    515171743356
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryNearside front headlamp damage
    • AdvisoryTps warning light staying on

  10. Pass70,832 miles (+4,024)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    70,832 miles
    Test number
    946985785254
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185 / 60 r 15 84 h rapid (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryOffside front under tray damage

  11. Pass66,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    66,808 miles
    Test number
    238479183007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail66,808 miles (+8,399)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,808 miles
    Test number
    105780225279
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low o/s/f and n/s/f (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  13. Pass58,409 miles (+10,680)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    58,409 miles
    Test number
    721905058991
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryFront number plate faded

  14. Pass47,729 miles (+8,930)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    47,729 miles
    Test number
    689604535716
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner tread
    • AdvisorySpare tyre flat

  15. Pass38,799 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    38,799 miles
    Test number
    241232180476
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on inner and outer tread

  16. Fail38,799 miles (+9,624)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,799 miles
    Test number
    171436011893
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on inner and outer tread

  17. Pass29,175 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    29,175 miles
    Test number
    454279513417
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

Questions about LS12 VKB

Does LS12 VKB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS12 VKB expired on 17 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS12 VKB?
The MOT on LS12 VKB expired on 17 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS12 VKB done?
LS12 VKB was recorded at 101,117 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2024, an average of 7,970 miles a year.
Has LS12 VKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 VKB has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LS12 VKB 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 VKB find?
LS12 VKB passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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