VOLKSWAGEN FT61LVG MOT History, Tax Status & Mileage

infoGeneral Information

Make	VOLKSWAGEN
Model	POLO
Colour	SILVER
Year of manufacture	2012
Fuel type	PETROL
Wheelplan	2 AXLE RIGID BODY
First registration	01 Jan 2012
Vehicle age	14 years
Type approval	M1
Date of last V5C issued	17 Jul 2026
Marked for export	No
Ownership stability	Unknown

local_gas_stationEngine & Fuel Consumption

Engine capacity	1,198 cc
Fuel type	PETROL
CO₂ emissions (official)	128 g/km
Fuel efficiency (est.)	~54 MPG
Environmental rating	7/10
ULEZ & Environmental Compliance	Likely Non-Compliant
Est. annual fuel cost	~£1,084

assignment_turned_inVehicle Status, Tax & MOT

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✓ Taxed Tax due: 01 Jul 2027

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✓ MOT Valid Expires: 19 Jan 2027

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ULEZ: Likely Non-Compliant Euro standard: Unknown

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✓ Not Marked for Export Registration: FT61LVG

MOT Expires In

185

days (19 Jan 2027)

Tax Expires In

348

days (01 Jul 2027)

Registration	FT61LVG
MOT status	✓ Valid
MOT expiry date	19 Jan 2027
MOT days remaining	185 days
Tax status	Taxed
Tax due date	01 Jul 2027
Tax days remaining	348 days
V5C last issued	17 Jul 2026
Marked for export	No
ULEZ compliance	Likely Non-Compliant
Estimated next MOT outcome	Likely to Require Attention
Service reminder	2084 miles in ~3 months

psychologyAI & Advanced Insights

AI Buyer Risk Indicator	cancelHigh Risk — Caution Recommended
Smart Buyer Recommendation	Poor MOT history with multiple failures or dangerous defects. Factor in significant repair costs, or avoid entirely.
Vehicle Condition Rating	Very Poor
Vehicle Reliability Rating	3.4 / 10
MOT Failure Risk Prediction	86% (High Risk)
Estimated Next MOT Outcome	Likely to Require Attention
Pass / Fail Trend	Worsening
vs. Class Average (72% pass rate)	Near class average
MOT History Score	30/100
Overall Vehicle Risk Score	58/100 — Medium Risk
Data Confidence Score	95%
Vehicle Transparency Score	100/100
Vehicle Usage Pattern	Standard
Est. Running & Maintenance Cost	~£1,864 / year
Est. Annual Fuel Cost	~£1,084
Est. Annual Maintenance Cost	~£780
Future Repair & Defect Prediction	No immediate defects predicted
Taxi / Commercial Use Risk	✓ No taxi use detected
Long-Term Owner Indicator	Not indicated
Est. Remaining Lifetime	~7 years (at current mileage rate)

summarizeAI Vehicle Summary

AI-Generated Summary VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2012), SILVER, PETROL, 1,198cc. Has completed 19 MOT tests, with a 63% pass rate (12 passed, 7 failed). Recorded 91,865 miles, averaging 8,336 miles/yr. 13 advisory items recorded. Vehicle health score: 34/100 (Very Poor). Poor MOT history with multiple failures or dangerous defects. Factor in significant repair costs, or avoid entirely.

historyMOT History Summary

MOT expiry date	2027-01-19
MOT pass rate	63%
Tests passed	12
Tests failed	7
Dangerous defects (total)	0
Major defects (total)	8
Minor defects (total)	3
Advisory items (total)	13
Pass / Fail trend	Worsening
vs. UK class average	Near class average

fact_checkFull MOT History (19 Tests)

MOT #19 2026-01-14 09:46

Test number: 921514812104

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 19 Jan 2027

Odometer: 91,865 MI

Items: 1

Advisory Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £100 – £400

MOT #18 2026-01-13 10:19

Test number: 949339794405

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 91,865 MI

Items: 4

Major Nearside Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))
Major Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Advisory Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
Advisory Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £260 – £1,180

MOT #17 2025-01-20 09:25

Test number: 697181266929

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 19 Jan 2026

Odometer: 86,388 MI

Items: 2

Advisory Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £160 – £580

MOT #16 2025-01-15 11:42

Test number: 877926144543

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 86,381 MI

Items: 3

Major Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Jacking point sill has a hole (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Advisory Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £310 – £980

MOT #15 2024-01-11 09:41

Test number: 221842681031

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 16 Jan 2025

Odometer: 82,886 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #14 2024-01-10 14:50

Test number: 929041370382

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 82,886 MI

Items: 3

Major Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Minor Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Advisory Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £220 – £580

MOT #13 2023-01-16 10:20

Test number: 761597001170

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 16 Jan 2024

Odometer: 81,560 MI

Items: 3

Advisory Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Advisory Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Heavy cracking both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £360 – £1,070

MOT #12 2022-01-13 12:15

Test number: 334550009997

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 16 Jan 2023

Odometer: 79,469 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #11 2022-01-13 11:42

Test number: 651311638239

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 79,469 MI

Items: 2

Major Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Major Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £100 – £600

MOT #10 2021-01-15 09:06

Test number: 824965780753

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 16 Jan 2022

Odometer: 76,298 MI

Items: 1

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

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £20 – £150

MOT #9 2021-01-14 09:41

Test number: 195071591338

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 76,298 MI

Items: 2

Major Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
Minor Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £70 – £450

MOT #8 2020-01-07 15:25

Test number: 924340288695

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 16 Jan 2021

Odometer: 75,143 MI

Items: 2

Advisory slight play in o/s front hub assy
Advisory rotational noise from both rear drum/hub areas(suspect brakes)

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £100 – £600

MOT #7 2019-01-09 12:43

Test number: 116055882015

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 16 Jan 2020

Odometer: 66,053 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #6 2019-01-09 09:09

Test number: 541868170167

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 66,051 MI

Items: 1

Major Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £50 – £300

MOT #5 2018-01-11 10:58

Test number: 600555999592

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 16 Jan 2019

Odometer: 56,992 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #4 2017-01-13 12:46

Test number: 207970949388

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 16 Jan 2018

Odometer: 49,109 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #3 2017-01-12 14:53

Test number: 414640064238

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 49,109 MI

Items: 2

Fail Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (4.1.D.1b)
Fail Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer side wall (4.1.D.1b)

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £120 – £360

MOT #2 2016-01-12 11:08

Test number: 438178995783

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 16 Jan 2017

Odometer: 40,841 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #1 2015-01-07 11:12

Test number: 547447005093

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 16 Jan 2016

Odometer: 33,036 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

speedMileage Check

Odometer unit	miles
Mileage registrations	19
First registration	2015-01-07
Last registration	2026-01-14
Latest reading	91,865 miles
Annual avg (est.)	8,336 mi/yr
vs UK average	Above average
% of UK avg	117%
Mileage growth trend	Decreasing use
Wear level	65% — High Wear
Odometer consistency	✓ Consistent

Registration #1	2015-01-07	33,036 miles
Registration #2	2016-01-12	40,841 miles
Registration #3	2017-01-12	49,109 miles
Registration #4	2017-01-13	49,109 miles
Registration #5	2018-01-11	56,992 miles
Registration #6	2019-01-09	66,051 miles
Registration #7	2019-01-09	66,053 miles
Registration #8	2020-01-07	75,143 miles
Registration #9	2021-01-14	76,298 miles
Registration #10	2021-01-15	76,298 miles
Registration #11	2022-01-13	79,469 miles
Registration #12	2022-01-13	79,469 miles
Registration #13	2023-01-16	81,560 miles
Registration #14	2024-01-10	82,886 miles
Registration #15	2024-01-11	82,886 miles
Registration #16	2025-01-15	86,381 miles
Registration #17	2025-01-20	86,388 miles
Registration #18	2026-01-13	91,865 miles
Registration #19	2026-01-14	91,865 miles

infoMileage shows a consistent upward trend — no anomalies suggesting odometer tampering.

list_altMost Common Defects & Advisories

⚠ Top Defects (Failures)
Headlight	×2
Suspension	×1
Ball Joint	×1
ℹ Top Advisories
Steering System	×5
Tyres	×5
Lighting	×2
Ball Joint	×1
Brake Discs	×1

handymanAI Maintenance Suggestions

arrow_forwardInspect brake pads, discs and calipers — recurring brake-related items noted.
arrow_forwardCheck tyre tread depth and condition; replacement may be needed.
arrow_forwardSuspension components (bushes, shocks, ball joints) should be inspected.
arrow_forwardCorrosion noted — inspect underbody, sills, and structural areas.
arrow_forwardAt 14 years old, a full service including timing belt/chain check is recommended.

checklistMOT Preparation Advice

arrow_forwardHave brakes checked by a mechanic before the MOT.
arrow_forwardCheck tyre tread (min 1.6mm) and tyre pressures.
arrow_forwardCheck suspension and steering for play or noise.
arrow_forwardEnsure all lights are working (headlights, brake lights, indicators).
arrow_forwardCheck windscreen wipers and washer fluid.
arrow_forwardCheck for underbody corrosion on sills and chassis.

build_circleEstimated Repair Costs by Defect Severity

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Major Defects

£530 – £2,400

8 defects found

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Minor Defects

£120 – £500

3 items found

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Advisory Items

£1,100 – £3,990

13 items noted

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All-Time Total Est.

£1,870 – £7,250

Across all MOT tests

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Latest MOT Est.

£100 – £400

Most recent test

info Cost estimates are indicative based on UK average repair prices for each defect type. Actual costs may vary by region, vehicle age, and garage. Always obtain multiple quotes.

trending_downEstimated Market Value & Depreciation

Est. Market Value

£750

Based on age, mileage & condition

Annual Depreciation

£101

~14% per year

Running Cost / yr

£1,864

Fuel + maintenance est.

Vehicle Age

years old

info Disclaimer: This valuation is an algorithmic estimate based on public DVLA/DVSA data (age, mileage, and MOT history). It does not account for specific trim levels, optional extras, physical condition, or service history. Always conduct your own market research before buying or selling a vehicle.