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Volkswagen Polo

White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,198 cc

LT12 XMCMOT history

LT12 XMC is a white petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 8 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 20 MOT tests, with 86,367 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

LT12 XMC white Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
86,367 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
11 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,350 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT12 XMC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
8 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT12 XMC was last recorded at 86,367 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,365 miles · 10 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,350 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,367 miles
  • 2025 – 83,279 miles
  • 2024 – 78,049 miles
  • 2023 – 71,788 miles
  • 2022 – 66,951 miles
  • 2021 – 59,039 miles
  • 2019 – 48,314 miles
  • 2018 – 38,613 miles
  • 2017 – 32,937 miles
  • 2016 – 29,926 miles
  • 2015 – 29,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,367 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front ABS wire not secure in shock absorber bracketRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose not secure in shock absorber bracketRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp inoperativeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge feathered (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front spot light inop

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Tpms light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass86,367 miles (+2)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    86,367 miles
    Test number
    474085560106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front ABS wire not secure in shock absorber bracket
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose not secure in shock absorber bracket
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge feathered (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  2. Fail86,365 miles (+3,086)1 dangerous2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,365 miles
    Test number
    878860727681
    • DangerousOffside Front Steering arm deformed to the extent that steering is affected (2.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front ABS wire not secure in shock absorber bracket
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose not secure in shock absorber bracket
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge feathered (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  3. Pass83,279 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    83,279 miles
    Test number
    334167468363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail83,279 miles (+5,230)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,279 miles
    Test number
    175474941909
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass78,049 miles (+228)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    78,049 miles
    Test number
    414838329118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front spot light inop
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  6. Fail77,821 miles (+6,033)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,821 miles
    Test number
    572407398375
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front spot light inop
    • AdvisoryHeatshield insecure
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  7. Pass71,788 miles (+4,837)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    71,788 miles
    Test number
    728387009930
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeatshield insecure

  8. Pass66,951 miles (+59)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    66,951 miles
    Test number
    147058524118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bumper slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Fail66,892 miles (+7,853)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,892 miles
    Test number
    756892566202
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bumper slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Pass59,039 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    59,039 miles
    Test number
    152594705040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  11. Fail59,038 miles (+10,724)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,038 miles
    Test number
    499412291896
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  12. Pass48,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    48,314 miles
    Test number
    726521660463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail48,314 miles (+9,701)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,314 miles
    Test number
    418550887259
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  14. Pass38,613 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    38,613 miles
    Test number
    926257348776
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel has curb damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel has curb damage
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Fail38,613 miles (+5,676)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,613 miles
    Test number
    545783011721
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system inoperative (5.2.3 (h) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel has curb damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel has curb damage
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  16. Pass32,937 miles (+3,011)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    32,937 miles
    Test number
    818568535823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,926 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    29,926 miles
    Test number
    975984648640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail29,926 miles (+317)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,926 miles
    Test number
    317964596419
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low both side front (1.8)

  19. Pass29,609 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    29,609 miles
    Test number
    607177695105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Fail29,609 miles4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,609 miles
    Test number
    769917295128
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about LT12 XMC

Does LT12 XMC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT12 XMC is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT12 XMC?
The MOT on LT12 XMC is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT12 XMC done?
LT12 XMC was recorded at 86,367 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 5,350 miles a year.
Has LT12 XMC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT12 XMC has failed 9 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LT12 XMC 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 LT12 XMC find?
LT12 XMC passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 10 advisories: nearside front abs wire not secure in shock absorber bracket; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front brake hose not secure in shock absorber bracket, and 7 more.

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