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AF62 LUB

2012 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

57,504 mi
Last recorded57,504 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Polo53,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 LUB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 57,504 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 55,067 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2023 53,182 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2022 51,070 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 48,494 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 45,409 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2020 45,409 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2019 42,324 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 37,023 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 33,041 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 27,459 miles

Airbag light on

Pass 23 Oct 2015 20,951 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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AF62 LUB is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo in Red 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 AF62 LUB, 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.

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What year was AF62 LUB registered?

AF62 LUB is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 26 October 2012.

Is AF62 LUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 LUB 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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