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AK12 NVP

2012 Volkswagen Polo

White Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

46,303 mi
Last recorded46,303 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Polo53,602 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 NVP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 46,303 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2026 46,303 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Fail 31 Mar 2026 46,303 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 46,171 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 46,107 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2023 46,005 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 45,657 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 45,171 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 41,196 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 37,883 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2018 36,159 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 33,671 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 30,604 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 26,096 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 NVP is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AK12 NVP, 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 AK12 NVP registered?

AK12 NVP is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 13 April 2012.

Is AK12 NVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 NVP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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