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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,198 cc

S12 CPOMOT history

S12 CPO is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 19 Jul 2026 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 87,033 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2025.

S12 CPO black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Jul 2026
Mileage
87,033 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2025
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,601 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 CPO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 CPO was last recorded at 87,033 miles on 24 Jun 2025, 3,741 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,292 miles · 20 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
3,741 miles
Average per year
4,601 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 87,033 miles
  • 2024 – 83,292 miles
  • 2023 – 79,422 miles
  • 2022 – 69,965 miles
  • 2021 – 66,512 miles
  • 2019 – 62,771 miles
  • 2018 – 59,487 miles
  • 2017 – 56,888 miles
  • 2016 – 54,971 miles
  • 2015 – 49,968 miles
  • 2014 – 44,281 miles
  • 2013 – 36,843 miles
  • 2012 – 29,560 miles
  • 2011 – 22,009 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,033 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension top mount rough on rotation.

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL, STRONG ADVISE.

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Head lamp adjuster slow to operate.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,033 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    87,033 miles
    Test number
    752930183365
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded

  2. Fail87,033 miles (+3,741)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,033 miles
    Test number
    265730437964
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded

  3. Pass83,292 miles (+4)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    83,292 miles
    Test number
    476403041634
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front & rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both shocks corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded

  4. Fail83,288 miles (+3,866)1 dangerous4 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,288 miles
    Test number
    310027876936
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened Trailing arm bush mount. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule STRONG ADVISE (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Head lamp adjuster slow to operate.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule STRONG ADVISE (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass79,422 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    79,422 miles
    Test number
    278869548681
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both. (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension top mount rough on rotation.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Head lamp adjuster slow to operate.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL, STRONG ADVISE. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Fittings. (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail79,422 miles (+9,457)2 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,422 miles
    Test number
    796919975686
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both. (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension top mount rough on rotation.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Head lamp adjuster slow to operate.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL, STRONG ADVISE. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Fittings. (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass69,965 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    69,965 miles
    Test number
    800370607001
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension top mount rough on rotation.
    • AdvisoryOffside Head lamp adjuster slow to operate .
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever has long travel.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL, STRONG ADVISE. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Fail69,965 miles (+3,453)1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,965 miles
    Test number
    144355000118
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension top mount rough on rotation.
    • AdvisoryOffside Head lamp adjuster slow to operate .
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever has long travel.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL, STRONG ADVISE. (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Pass66,512 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    66,512 miles
    Test number
    589364979215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front pipe deteriorating

  10. Fail66,512 miles (+3,741)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,512 miles
    Test number
    120665097983
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front pipe deteriorating

  11. Pass62,771 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    62,771 miles
    Test number
    773694084875
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail62,771 miles (+3,284)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,771 miles
    Test number
    717183503461
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass59,487 miles (+2,599)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    59,487 miles
    Test number
    968669465838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,888 miles (+1,917)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    56,888 miles
    Test number
    934443068999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,971 miles (+5,003)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    54,971 miles
    Test number
    571635066027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,968 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    49,968 miles
    Test number
    355907045150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail49,945 miles (+5,664)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,945 miles
    Test number
    255426845418
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  18. Pass44,281 miles (+7,438)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    44,281 miles
    Test number
    618810934189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • NoteFront wishbone bushes are of a different design

  19. Pass36,843 miles (+7,283)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    36,843 miles
    Test number
    688251433114
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass29,560 miles (+7,551)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    29,560 miles
    Test number
    115866222162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,009 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    22,009 miles
    Test number
    639577221156
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  22. Fail22,009 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,009 miles
    Test number
    657757021112
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Questions about S12 CPO

Does S12 CPO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S12 CPO expired on 19 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S12 CPO?
The MOT on S12 CPO expired on 19 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S12 CPO done?
S12 CPO was recorded at 87,033 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2025, an average of 4,601 miles a year.
Has S12 CPO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 CPO has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on S12 CPO 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 S12 CPO find?
S12 CPO passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front service brake binding but not excessively both sides, and 2 more.

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