VOLKSWAGEN LC12PHN MOT History, Tax Status & Mileage

infoGeneral Information

Make	VOLKSWAGEN
Model	POLO
Colour	BLACK
Year of manufacture	2012
Fuel type	PETROL
Wheelplan	2 AXLE RIGID BODY
First registration	01 May 2012
Vehicle age	14 years
Type approval	M1
Date of last V5C issued	03 Sep 2025
Marked for export	No
Ownership stability	Recent acquisition
Estimated current ownership	1.1 years

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	~£1,184

assignment_turned_inVehicle Status, Tax & MOT

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✓ Taxed Tax due: 01 May 2027

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✗ MOT Expired Expires: 11 Jun 2026

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ULEZ: Likely Non-Compliant Euro standard: Unknown

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✓ Not Marked for Export Registration: LC12PHN

MOT Expires In

0

days (11 Jun 2026)

Tax Expires In

205

days (01 May 2027)

Registration	LC12PHN
MOT status	✗ Expired
MOT expiry date	11 Jun 2026
MOT days remaining	0 days
Tax status	Taxed
Tax due date	01 May 2027
Tax days remaining	205 days
V5C last issued	03 Sep 2025
Marked for export	No
ULEZ compliance	Likely Non-Compliant
Estimated next MOT outcome	Likely to Require Attention
Service reminder	2276 miles in ~3 months

psychologyAI & Advanced Insights

AI Buyer Risk Indicator	cancelHigh Risk — Caution Recommended
Smart Buyer Recommendation	Mileage rollback detected — this is a serious red flag. Do not buy without full provenance investigation.
Vehicle Condition Rating	Poor
Vehicle Reliability Rating	4.7 / 10
MOT Failure Risk Prediction	75% (High Risk)
Estimated Next MOT Outcome	Likely to Require Attention
Pass / Fail Trend	Stable
vs. Class Average (72% pass rate)	Above class average
MOT History Score	80/100
Overall Vehicle Risk Score	65/100 — High Risk
Data Confidence Score	95%
Vehicle Transparency Score	75/100
Vehicle Usage Pattern	Standard
Est. Running & Maintenance Cost	~£1,964 / year
Est. Annual Fuel Cost	~£1,184
Est. Annual Maintenance Cost	~£780
Future Repair & Defect Prediction	Brakes, Suspension & Steering, Oil / Fluid Leaks, Lighting / Electrical
Taxi / Commercial Use Risk	✓ No taxi use detected
Long-Term Owner Indicator	Not indicated
Est. Remaining Lifetime	~6.4 years (at current mileage rate)

summarizeAI Vehicle Summary

AI-Generated Summary VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2012), BLACK, PETROL, 1,198cc. Has completed 13 MOT tests, with a 85% pass rate (11 passed, 2 failed). Recorded 91,550 miles, averaging 9,104 miles/yr. 32 advisory items recorded. Vehicle health score: 47/100 (Poor). Mileage rollback detected — this is a serious red flag. Do not buy without full provenance investigation.

historyMOT History Summary

MOT expiry date	2026-06-11
MOT pass rate	85%
Tests passed	11
Tests failed	2
Dangerous defects (total)	0
Major defects (total)	7
Minor defects (total)	1
Advisory items (total)	32
Pass / Fail trend	Stable
vs. UK class average	Above class average

fact_checkFull MOT History (13 Tests)

MOT #13 2025-06-10 10:07

Test number: 373676358992

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 11 Jun 2026

Odometer: 91,550 MI

Items: 4

Advisory Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Advisory Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £460 – £1,190

MOT #12 2024-05-21 10:20

Test number: 654711466916

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 11 Jun 2025

Odometer: 83,603 MI

Items: 4

Advisory Items removed from driver's view prior to test
Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £260 – £1,000

MOT #11 2023-06-08 11:34

Test number: 886023063084

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 11 Jun 2024

Odometer: 77,435 MI

Items: 8

Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Advisory Items removed from driver's view prior to test
Advisory Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Advisory Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Advisory both outer sills damaged.
Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £520 – £2,080

MOT #10 2023-06-07 11:18

Test number: 598625193729

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 77,431 MI

Items: 13

Major Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
Major Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Minor Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Advisory Items removed from driver's view prior to test
Advisory Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Major Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Advisory Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Advisory both outer sills damaged.
Advisory handbrake lever has lots of travel.
Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £850 – £3,480

MOT #9 2022-06-06 16:16

Test number: 921534058539

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 11 Jun 2023

Odometer: 67,967 MI

Items: 5

Advisory Items removed from driver's view prior to test
Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Nearside Outer sill damaged.
Advisory Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Advisory Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £280 – £1,400

MOT #8 2021-06-09 10:38

Test number: 105162808955

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 11 Jun 2022

Odometer: 63,206 MI

Items: 2

Advisory Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f lower arm rear bush starting to split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/f lower arm rear bush some cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £300 – £800

MOT #7 2020-06-12 09:45

Test number: 478943042126

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 11 Jun 2021

Odometer: 68,973 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #6 2019-05-17 13:25

Test number: 998144299157

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 30 Nov 2020

Odometer: 54,628 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #5 2019-05-17 09:47

Test number: 600620914800

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 54,628 MI

Items: 4

Major Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
Major Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Major Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Major Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £300 – £1,400

MOT #4 2018-05-18 08:35

Test number: 624997998153

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 31 May 2019

Odometer: 39,844 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #3 2017-05-18 08:44

Test number: 965017747859

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 31 May 2018

Odometer: 33,273 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #2 2016-05-26 15:27

Test number: 847762834081

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 31 May 2017

Odometer: 26,814 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #1 2015-05-21 16:58

Test number: 136881745193

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 31 May 2016

Odometer: 20,491 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

speedMileage Check

Odometer unit	miles
Mileage registrations	13
First registration	2015-05-21
Last registration	2025-06-10
Latest reading	91,550 miles
Annual avg (est.)	9,104 mi/yr
vs UK average	Above average
% of UK avg	128%
Mileage growth trend	Decreasing use
Wear level	65% — High Wear
Odometer consistency	⚠ Rollback Detected

Registration #1	2015-05-21	20,491 miles
Registration #2	2016-05-26	26,814 miles
Registration #3	2017-05-18	33,273 miles
Registration #4	2018-05-18	39,844 miles
Registration #5	2019-05-17	54,628 miles
Registration #6	2019-05-17	54,628 miles
Registration #7	2020-06-12	68,973 miles
Registration #8	2021-06-09	63,206 miles
Registration #9	2022-06-06	67,967 miles
Registration #10	2023-06-07	77,431 miles
Registration #11	2023-06-08	77,435 miles
Registration #12	2024-05-21	83,603 miles
Registration #13	2025-06-10	91,550 miles

warning⚠ Mileage Rollback Detected: The odometer reading decreased between tests. This may indicate clocking (tampering). Investigate thoroughly before purchasing.

list_altMost Common Defects & Advisories

⚠ Top Defects (Failures)
Windscreen	×4
Headlight	×1
ℹ Top Advisories
Coil Spring	×9
Shock Absorber	×3
Tyre Tread	×2
Suspension	×2
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_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

£550 – £2,500

7 defects found

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Minor Defects

£20 – £150

1 item found

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Advisory Items

£2,400 – £8,700

32 items noted

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All-Time Total Est.

£2,970 – £11,350

Across all MOT tests

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Latest MOT Est.

£460 – £1,190

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

£500

Based on age, mileage & condition

Annual Depreciation

£68

~14% per year

Running Cost / yr

£1,964

Fuel + maintenance est.

Vehicle Age

14

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.