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AK12 SVV

2012 Volkswagen Polo

Red Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

71,314 mi
Last recorded71,314 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Polo53,602 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 SVV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 71,314 miles

Handbrake has more travel than is usual but still has reserve.

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle starting to corrode (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jan 2026 71,244 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Handbrake has more travel than is usual but still has reserve.

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle starting to corrode (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 67,683 miles

HANDBRAKE TRAVEL LONG...

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

REAR SUSPENSION BEAM RUSTY...

Fail 17 Jan 2025 67,668 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

HANDBRAKE TRAVEL LONG...

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

REAR SUSPENSION BEAM RUSTY...

Pass 24 Jan 2024 64,451 miles

hand brake has long travel

Fail 5 Jan 2024 64,449 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

HANDBRAKE TRAVEL LONG...

Pass 11 Jan 2023 60,589 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Jan 2023 60,589 miles

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Dec 2021 57,134 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 54,794 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2021 54,794 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Jun 2019 50,185 miles

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

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 35,437 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Jun 2017 32,096 miles

Front brakes out of balance

Pass 7 Jun 2016 26,911 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 19,896 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 SVV is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo in Red with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 AK12 SVV, 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 SVV registered?

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

Is AK12 SVV safe to buy?

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