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AF62 MVG

2012 Volkswagen Polo

White Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

77,250 mi
Last recorded77,250 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Polo53,602 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF62 MVG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 77,250 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2025 77,250 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 68,327 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 61,177 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2023 61,167 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 57,855 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2021 54,413 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2021 54,413 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Sep 2020 50,281 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 45,631 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 39,896 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 39,896 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2017 35,944 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2016 32,294 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside front tyre slightly perished

Nearside rear tyre slightly perished

Offside front tyre slightly perished

Offside rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 1 Sep 2015 26,784 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 MVG is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MVG, 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

How do I check the history of AF62 MVG?

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What year was AF62 MVG registered?

AF62 MVG is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 3 September 2012.

Is AF62 MVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF62 MVG shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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