WN12WVB

VOLKSWAGEN POLO

2012 · White · Petrol · 1,198 cc

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MOT

Valid

Expires 13 Oct 2026 (13 days overdue)

Tax

Taxed

Due 01 Oct 2026 (25 days overdue)

Mileage

137,537 mi

At MOT on 15 Sep 2025

About WN12WVB

Registration WN12WVB is a 2012 white VOLKSWAGEN POLO with a 1,198cc petrol engine. The vehicle is approximately 14 years old and therefore requires an annual MOT test.

The MOT for WN12WVB expired on 13 October 2026, 13 days ago. The vehicle cannot legally be driven on public roads except to a pre-booked MOT appointment.

The vehicle has 16 MOT tests on record, including 11 passes and 5 failures, with 56 defects or advisories noted across the history.

Latest recorded mileage was 137,537 miles on 15 September 2025. The vehicle has covered an average of 7,738 miles per year across its MOT history, which is in line with the UK average.

CO₂ emissions are rated at 128 g/km.

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MOT History 16 tests

Recorded mileage and result at each MOT test Pass Fail

MOT test number: 330095440983
Expiry date: 13 Oct 2026
Mileage recorded: 137,537 MI
Registration at time of test: WN12WVB
Data source: DVSA

ADVISORY Items removed from driver's view prior to test

MINOR Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

ADVISORY Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge SIDEWALL DAMAGE 215/45/16 (5.2.3 (e))

ADVISORY Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

MOT test number: 381587096766
Mileage recorded: 137,537 MI
Registration at time of test: WN12WVB
Data source: DVSA

ADVISORY Items removed from driver's view prior to test

MAJOR Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

MAJOR Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

MINOR Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

ADVISORY Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge SIDEWALL DAMAGE 215/45/16 (5.2.3 (e))

ADVISORY Nearside Rear Nail in tyre 215/45/16

ADVISORY Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

MAJOR Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

MOT test number: 276371602112
Expiry date: 13 Oct 2025
Mileage recorded: 128,970 MI
Registration at time of test: WN12WVB
Data source: DVSA

ADVISORY Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

MOT test number: 786164886778
Mileage recorded: 128,970 MI
Registration at time of test: WN12WVB
Data source: DVSA

MAJOR Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

MAJOR Offside Front Seat belt buckle damaged INCOMPLETE (7.1.2 (d))

MAJOR Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

ADVISORY Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords 215/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

DANGEROUS Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))

MAJOR Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

MOT test number: 646825774474
Mileage recorded: 120,888 MI
Registration at time of test: WN12WVB
Data source: DVSA

PRS Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

ADVISORY Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

MOT test number: 247765014718
Mileage recorded: 120,878 MI
Registration at time of test: WN12WVB
Data source: DVSA

MAJOR Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid motor fault (3.5 (a))

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

MAJOR Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

MAJOR Offside Rear Position lamp not working side light bulb (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

MAJOR Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps rear number plate lights (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

MAJOR Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play track rod end and steering rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))

ADVISORY brakes to be checked all round

ADVISORY off side front tyre to be rechecked in 1000 miles

ADVISORY travel on hand brake

MOT test number: 138212113275
Expiry date: 12 Oct 2023
Mileage recorded: 110,386 MI
Registration at time of test: WN12WVB
Data source: DVSA

ADVISORY vehicle has been road tested , possible suspension rattle detected from front suspension , recommend a further servicer inspection .

ADVISORY steering rack , tie bar rods worn allowing movement , recommend a further service inspection .

ADVISORY door mirror casing damaged

ADVISORY one rear number plate light bulb not working

ADVISORY recommend , steering rack tie bar rods be replaced within 30 days . recommend suspension be reassessed within 30 days to determine rattle .

MOT test number: 679875027700
Mileage recorded: 110,386 MI
Registration at time of test: WN12WVB
Data source: DVSA

MAJOR Track rod end ball joint has excessive play near side and off side (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

DANGEROUS Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick front pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

MAJOR Offside Front Position lamp not working head light bulb (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

MAJOR Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

MOT test number: 580769691782
Expiry date: 27 Nov 2018
Mileage recorded: 82,321 MI
Registration at time of test: WN12WVB
Data source: DVSA

ADVISORY both rear tyre valves slight perishing

ADVISORY Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

ADVISORY Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Vehicle specifications

Model: POLO
Doors: 3 doors
Fuel Type: PETROL
Engine Size: 1,198 cc
First Registered: May 2012
First Used on Road: 31 May 2012
CO2 Emissions: 128 g/km
Wheelplan: 2 AXLE RIGID BODY
Revenue Weight: 1,550 kg
Type Approval: M1
Last V5C Issued: 25 Mar 2026
Safety Recall: Unknown
Export Marker: No

Tyre Size

Standard fitment 195/55R15

Wheel size 15" 16"

All four wheels 15" wheel

195/55R15 Q 85

Fitted to front and rear

Width

195 mm

Tread width

Profile

55%

Sidewall

Wheel

15"

Rim

Speed Q

99 mph

Max speed

Load 85

515 kg

Per tyre

All four wheels 16" wheel

215/45R16 Q 86

Fitted to front and rear

Width

215 mm

Tread width

Profile

45%

Sidewall

Wheel

16"

Rim

Speed Q

99 mph

Max speed

Load 86

530 kg

Per tyre

What do these numbers mean?

Take 225/45R18 W 91 as an example:

225 is the tread width in millimetres.
45 is the profile: the sidewall height is 45% of the width.
R18 means a radial tyre on an 18 inch wheel.
W is the speed rating (the fastest the tyre is rated for, 168 mph here).
91 is the load index (the most weight one tyre can carry, 615 kg here).

Manufacturer standard (OE) tyre sizes for this vehicle. Always check the sizes printed on your existing tyres or the sticker inside the driver's door before buying, as fitments can vary by trim and wheel option.

What this Volkswagen costs to run

Based on live UK average petrol (e10) prices and the official CO2 figure.

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Fuel economy: 51.0 mpg; From 128 g/km CO2
Cost per mile: 15.4p; At 173.2p/litre
Fill-up: £69.26; Approx. 40L tank
Yearly fuel: £1,142; At 7,400 miles/year

Estimates use the official CO2 figure with a real-world correction. Fuel price is the UK average from 8015 forecourts via the GOV.UK Fuel Finder scheme. Real-world MPG can vary by 10-15%.

Data from DVLA & DVSA. For personal use only, always verify independently before purchase decisions. Last updated 27 Jul 2026 at 22:00.