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AK12 SWN

2012 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

107,651 mi
Last recorded107,651 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Polo53,602 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK12 SWN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 107,651 miles

general underbody corroded

Fail 14 Oct 2025 107,566 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

general underbody corroded

Pass 9 Oct 2024 97,200 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to wear limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. long parking brake lever travel with little reserve travel (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 90,675 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 81,517 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2022 81,296 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm inner rear bush centre pin un-bonded and bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm inn rear bush un-bonded and pulled out from arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 72,561 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2020 65,707 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 58,238 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2019 58,238 miles

Offside Rear Fuel system component leaking fuel filter area (6.1.3 (b) (i))

hand brake lever travel,border line pass.re excessive travel.

Pass 15 May 2018 45,317 miles

both rear tyres cracking between treads

Pass 17 May 2017 35,412 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2016 25,197 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 17,189 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2015 17,189 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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 SWN is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 SWN, 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 SWN registered?

AK12 SWN is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 21 May 2012.

Is AK12 SWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK12 SWN shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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