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AF12 YPO

2012 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2024
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,450 mi
Last recorded89,450 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2023
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Polo53,602 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF12 YPO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 11 Apr 2023 89,450 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2022 83,412 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2021 79,577 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 77,750 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 73,949 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 68,329 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 61,661 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2016 55,135 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 49,293 miles

both rear tyres are cracked and perished

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 YPO is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 AF12 YPO, 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 YPO registered?

AF12 YPO is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is AF12 YPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF12 YPO shows 9 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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