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AK12 LHV

2012 Volkswagen Polo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

101,920 mi
Last recorded101,920 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Polo53,602 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 LHV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 101,920 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2025 101,916 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill. Within 30cm of seat base mounting points. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 95,044 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 88,289 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 79,513 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2021 68,790 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2020 62,298 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 58,111 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 53,264 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 50,821 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 49,607 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 43,182 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 36,857 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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AK12 LHV is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 AK12 LHV, 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 AK12 LHV registered?

AK12 LHV is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 30 March 2012.

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