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AF12 WEX

2012 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

55,958 mi
Last recorded55,958 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Polo53,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 WEX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 55,958 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 52,042 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 47,144 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2023 47,143 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 42,519 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 39,248 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 33,047 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 30,998 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 27,384 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 26,159 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 22,797 miles

o/s/front tyre low tread on inner and outer edges.

Pass 12 Aug 2015 19,057 miles

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 WEX is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 WEX, 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 WEX registered?

AF12 WEX is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 24 April 2012.

Is AF12 WEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 WEX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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