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AF12 UHG

2012 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2023
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

77,591 mi
Last recorded77,591 miles
Recorded on11 May 2022
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Polo53,602 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 UHG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 May 2022 77,591 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2021 67,313 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2020 62,433 miles
Fail 26 May 2020 62,431 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 46,777 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 30,524 miles

Central Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2017 13,936 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 11,488 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 9,105 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 9 Apr 2015 9,105 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

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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AF12 UHG is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AF12 UHG, 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 AF12 UHG registered?

AF12 UHG is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is AF12 UHG safe to buy?

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