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AK62 OMF

2012 Volkswagen Polo

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

73,700 mi
Last recorded73,700 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2012 Volkswagen Polo53,602 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK62 OMF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 73,700 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2024 67,528 miles
Fail 1 May 2024 67,510 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2023 63,400 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 58,080 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2020 50,035 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2020 50,035 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 45,159 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 39,101 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2017 33,300 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2016 27,749 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 21,004 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 21,004 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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AK62 OMF is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 OMF, 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 OMF registered?

AK62 OMF is a 2012 Volkswagen Polo, first registered on 29 September 2012.

Is AK62 OMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK62 OMF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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