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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

LS12 XACMOT history

LS12 XAC is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 17 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 115,518 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

LS12 XAC black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
115,518 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,497 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 XAC
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
17 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 XAC was last recorded at 115,518 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,518 miles · 21 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,497 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,518 miles
  • 2025 – 112,435 miles
  • 2024 – 110,447 miles
  • 2023 – 105,364 miles
  • 2022 – 98,703 miles
  • 2021 – 91,924 miles
  • 2020 – 86,072 miles
  • 2019 – 79,527 miles
  • 2018 – 69,727 miles
  • 2017 – 58,019 miles
  • 2016 – 46,312 miles
  • 2015 – 34,334 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,518 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongyRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2026

Full MOT history

16 tests since 26 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,518 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    115,518 miles
    Test number
    678620515459
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongy

  2. Fail115,518 miles (+3,083)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,518 miles
    Test number
    532890826629
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongy

  3. Pass112,435 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    112,435 miles
    Test number
    196818348837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail112,429 miles (+1,982)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,429 miles
    Test number
    754690674710
    • MajorFront Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt BOTH SIDES (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  5. Pass110,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    110,447 miles
    Test number
    324407921806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail110,446 miles (+5,082)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,446 miles
    Test number
    273923762935
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass105,364 miles (+6,661)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    105,364 miles
    Test number
    331102687010
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass98,703 miles (+6,779)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    98,703 miles
    Test number
    790174260868
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass91,924 miles (+5,852)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    91,924 miles
    Test number
    647364191676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,072 miles (+6,545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    86,072 miles
    Test number
    659047339587
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass79,527 miles (+9,800)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    79,527 miles
    Test number
    832472467296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,727 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    69,727 miles
    Test number
    856368641414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail69,727 miles (+11,708)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,727 miles
    Test number
    411025491566
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass58,019 miles (+11,707)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    58,019 miles
    Test number
    948698327121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,312 miles (+11,978)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    46,312 miles
    Test number
    407846766682
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of all items

  16. Pass34,334 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    34,334 miles
    Test number
    848655785093
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS12 XAC

Does LS12 XAC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 XAC is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 XAC?
The MOT on LS12 XAC is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 XAC done?
LS12 XAC was recorded at 115,518 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 7,497 miles a year.
Has LS12 XAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 XAC has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 XAC 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 XAC find?
LS12 XAC passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and worn outer edge; brake pedal spongy.

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