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AK62 MBF

2012 Volkswagen Polo

White Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

132,238 mi
Last recorded132,238 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Polo53,602 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 MBF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 132,238 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2025 132,238 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 123,904 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 118,392 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2022 114,315 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2021 106,417 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2020 99,444 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 97,441 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 93,145 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 85,133 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 83,922 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 62,849 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 MBF is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo in White with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 AK62 MBF, 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 AK62 MBF registered?

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

Is AK62 MBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK62 MBF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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