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AK62 FFB

2012 Volkswagen Polo

Black Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,638 mi
Last recorded94,638 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Polo53,602 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 FFB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2025 94,638 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 91,424 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2021 86,935 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin can't see inner pads? (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt near side and off side, unable to check center seat belt ()

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

Pass 12 Dec 2020 78,040 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both seats ()

Pass 12 Dec 2019 72,750 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Dec 2018 65,809 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 56,921 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 51,711 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 44,947 miles

under trays fitted

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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AK62 FFB is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo in Black with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 AK62 FFB, 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 AK62 FFB registered?

AK62 FFB is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is AK62 FFB safe to buy?

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