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AK12 RMX

2012 Volkswagen Polo

Orange Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,180 mi
Last recorded95,180 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Polo53,602 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 RMX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2012
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2026 95,180 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 3 Jun 2025 88,283 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low- wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear tyre- wearing uneven inner edge

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low- wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 86,121 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low- wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge getting low- wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 82,671 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 78,129 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2021 68,456 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2020 65,025 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2019 47,024 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone/ sat nav holder on windscreen

minor stone chips across windscreen

service light on

Pass 31 Mar 2018 37,534 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 30,446 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 24,133 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 18,476 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 RMX is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo in Orange with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RMX, 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 RMX registered?

AK12 RMX is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is AK12 RMX safe to buy?

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