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AK12 MRY

2012 Volkswagen Polo

Grey Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

57,544 mi
Last recorded57,544 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Polo53,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 MRY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 57,544 miles

front exhaust flexi minor damage

Pass 8 Aug 2024 52,115 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 48,782 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2023 47,050 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2022 42,249 miles

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

Fail 1 Feb 2022 42,249 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 42,158 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2021 42,144 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2020 42,116 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 39,654 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 36,384 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 31,944 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 31,944 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 27,324 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 21,327 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 MRY is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo in Grey with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MRY, 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 MRY registered?

AK12 MRY is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 31 March 2012.

Is AK12 MRY safe to buy?

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