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A21 LUF

2012 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,058 mi
Last recorded85,058 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Polo53,602 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA21 LUF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 15 Apr 2026 85,058 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 78,562 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm, worn on both edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm, worn on the inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 72,108 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 69,004 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 64,750 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 60,589 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 50,255 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 44,914 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 41,001 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (stepped tread) (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 30,774 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 21,248 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Polo?

Based on 14,598,296 MOT tests across 1,156,928 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
5,193
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
1,156,928
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 467,706
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 196,870
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 190,697
Stop lamp not working 181,097
position lamp(s) not working 168,944
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A21 LUF is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Volkswagen Polo models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 53,602 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Polo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 467,706 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A21 LUF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Polo typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 14 years old, this Volkswagen Polo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A21 LUF registered?

A21 LUF is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 June 2012.

Is A21 LUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A21 LUF shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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