VOLKSWAGEN NL12OTJ 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 Mar 2012
Vehicle age	14 years
Type approval	M1
Date of last V5C issued	13 Jun 2023
Marked for export	No
Ownership stability	Medium-term ownership
Estimated current ownership	3.1 years

local_gas_stationEngine & Fuel Consumption

Engine capacity	1,390 cc
Fuel type	PETROL
CO₂ emissions (official)	139 g/km
Fuel efficiency (est.)	~50 MPG
Environmental rating	2/10
ULEZ & Environmental Compliance	Likely Non-Compliant
Est. annual fuel cost	~£1,012

assignment_turned_inVehicle Status, Tax & MOT

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✓ Taxed Tax due: 01 Dec 2026

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✓ MOT Valid Expires: 08 Jun 2027

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ULEZ: Likely Non-Compliant Euro standard: Unknown

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✓ Not Marked for Export Registration: NL12OTJ

MOT Expires In

325

days (08 Jun 2027)

Tax Expires In

136

days (01 Dec 2026)

Registration	NL12OTJ
MOT status	✓ Valid
MOT expiry date	08 Jun 2027
MOT days remaining	325 days
Tax status	Taxed
Tax due date	01 Dec 2026
Tax days remaining	136 days
V5C last issued	13 Jun 2023
Marked for export	No
ULEZ compliance	Likely Non-Compliant
Estimated next MOT outcome	Likely to Require Attention
Service reminder	1946 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	80% (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	50/100
Overall Vehicle Risk Score	55/100 — Medium Risk
Data Confidence Score	95%
Vehicle Transparency Score	100/100
Vehicle Usage Pattern	Standard
Est. Running & Maintenance Cost	~£1,792 / year
Est. Annual Fuel Cost	~£1,012
Est. Annual Maintenance Cost	~£780
Future Repair & Defect Prediction	Suspension & Steering, Oil / Fluid Leaks
Taxi / Commercial Use Risk	✓ No taxi use detected
Long-Term Owner Indicator	✓ Long-term ownership
Est. Remaining Lifetime	~8.1 years (at current mileage rate)

summarizeAI Vehicle Summary

AI-Generated Summary VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2012), SILVER, PETROL, 1,390cc. Has completed 18 MOT tests, with a 72% pass rate (13 passed, 5 failed). Recorded 86,744 miles, averaging 7,785 miles/yr. 27 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	2027-06-08
MOT pass rate	72%
Tests passed	13
Tests failed	5
Dangerous defects (total)	0
Major defects (total)	5
Minor defects (total)	0
Advisory items (total)	27
Pass / Fail trend	Worsening
vs. UK class average	Near class average

fact_checkFull MOT History (18 Tests)

MOT #18 2026-05-09 13:33

Test number: 360411164253

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 08 Jun 2027

Odometer: 86,744 MI

Items: 3

Advisory Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Advisory Nearside Front 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: £560 – £2,400

MOT #17 2026-05-09 10:59

Test number: 422847822436

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 86,744 MI

Items: 5

Advisory Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Major Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Major Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Advisory Nearside Front 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: £790 – £3,000

MOT #16 2025-05-20 17:01

Test number: 667960668835

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 08 Jun 2026

Odometer: 77,145 MI

Items: 2

Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Rear exhaust rusted

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £160 – £600

MOT #15 2024-05-29 10:48

Test number: 883695810660

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 08 Jun 2025

Odometer: 68,025 MI

Items: 2

Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

MOT #14 2023-06-09 15:05

Test number: 345962465996

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 08 Jun 2024

Odometer: 61,188 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #13 2023-06-08 14:15

Test number: 104511323130

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 61,188 MI

Items: 2

Major Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Advisory Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively and rusty (1.1.14 (a) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £250 – £790

MOT #12 2022-09-20 11:28

Test number: 836137454924

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 18 Oct 2023

Odometer: 59,867 MI

Items: 2

Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £210 – £580

MOT #11 2021-10-19 09:54

Test number: 132900319338

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 18 Oct 2022

Odometer: 56,979 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #10 2021-10-16 11:13

Test number: 128644935233

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 56,964 MI

Items: 8

Advisory TPMS light illuminated
Advisory Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake discs corroded on inside faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Major Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rearmost bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Advisory Nearside Rear shock absorber cover insecure
Advisory Offside Rear shock absorber cover insecure
Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracked dot 12 (185/60R15) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Advisory Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged damage to side wall, tyre appears to be run flat (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Advisory Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £740 – £2,300

MOT #9 2020-08-05 09:40

Test number: 880739599442

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 29 Aug 2021

Odometer: 53,148 MI

Items: 2

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

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

MOT #8 2019-08-15 08:25

Test number: 957272172404

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 29 Aug 2020

Odometer: 49,970 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #7 2019-08-14 09:21

Test number: 761542479591

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 49,970 MI

Items: 1

Major Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £80 – £200

MOT #6 2018-08-17 13:01

Test number: 560366616029

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 29 Aug 2019

Odometer: 45,515 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #5 2017-08-30 12:48

Test number: 243533271679

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 29 Aug 2018

Odometer: 41,450 MI

Items: 2

Advisory Nearside Rear Nail in tyre
Advisory Offside Rear tyre cracking on sidewall

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

MOT #4 2017-03-22 14:51

Test number: 546373387295

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 25 Mar 2018

Odometer: 40,169 MI

Items: 1

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

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £115 – £270

MOT #3 2016-03-21 14:04

Test number: 445746173175

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 25 Mar 2017

Odometer: 37,351 MI

Items: 1

Advisory Offside Rear Tyre has cracks

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £60 – £180

MOT #2 2016-03-21 12:24

Test number: 957912225358

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 37,351 MI

Items: 3

Fail Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Fail Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Advisory Offside Rear Tyre has cracks

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £180 – £510

MOT #1 2015-03-18 14:42

Test number: 517877675094

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 25 Mar 2016

Odometer: 34,968 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

speedMileage Check

Odometer unit	miles
Mileage registrations	18
First registration	2015-03-18
Last registration	2026-05-09
Latest reading	86,744 miles
Annual avg (est.)	7,785 mi/yr
vs UK average	Average
% of UK avg	110%
Mileage growth trend	Increasing use
Wear level	63% — High Wear
Odometer consistency	✓ Consistent

Registration #1	2015-03-18	34,968 miles
Registration #2	2016-03-21	37,351 miles
Registration #3	2016-03-21	37,351 miles
Registration #4	2017-03-22	40,169 miles
Registration #5	2017-08-30	41,450 miles
Registration #6	2018-08-17	45,515 miles
Registration #7	2019-08-14	49,970 miles
Registration #8	2019-08-15	49,970 miles
Registration #9	2020-08-05	53,148 miles
Registration #10	2021-10-16	56,964 miles
Registration #11	2021-10-19	56,979 miles
Registration #12	2022-09-20	59,867 miles
Registration #13	2023-06-08	61,188 miles
Registration #14	2023-06-09	61,188 miles
Registration #15	2024-05-29	68,025 miles
Registration #16	2025-05-20	77,145 miles
Registration #17	2026-05-09	86,744 miles
Registration #18	2026-05-09	86,744 miles

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

list_altMost Common Defects & Advisories

⚠ Top Defects (Failures)
Suspension	×2
Ball Joint	×1
Coil Spring	×1
ℹ Top Advisories
Tyres	×8
Coil Spring	×5
Chassis Work	×2
Brake Discs	×2
Shock Absorber	×2

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

£510 – £1,500

5 defects found

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Advisory Items

£2,855 – £10,320

27 items noted

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All-Time Total Est.

£3,485 – £12,150

Across all MOT tests

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Latest MOT Est.

£560 – £2,400

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

£1,050

Based on age, mileage & condition

Annual Depreciation

£142

~14% per year

Running Cost / yr

£1,792

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.