VOLKSWAGEN SH62GDU MOT History, Tax Status & Mileage

infoGeneral Information

Make	VOLKSWAGEN
Model	POLO
Colour	RED
Year of manufacture	2012
Fuel type	PETROL
Wheelplan	2 AXLE RIGID BODY
First registration	01 Oct 2012
Vehicle age	14 years
Type approval	M1
Date of last V5C issued	20 Aug 2026
Marked for export	No
Ownership stability	Recent acquisition
Estimated current ownership	0.1 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	~£1,129

assignment_turned_inVehicle Status, Tax & MOT

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✓ Taxed Tax due: 01 Sep 2027

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✓ MOT Valid Expires: 18 Aug 2027

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ULEZ: Likely Non-Compliant Euro standard: Unknown

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✓ Not Marked for Export Registration: SH62GDU

MOT Expires In

332

days (18 Aug 2027)

Tax Expires In

346

days (01 Sep 2027)

Registration	SH62GDU
MOT status	✓ Valid
MOT expiry date	18 Aug 2027
MOT days remaining	332 days
Tax status	Taxed
Tax due date	01 Sep 2027
Tax days remaining	346 days
V5C last issued	20 Aug 2026
Marked for export	No
ULEZ compliance	Likely Non-Compliant
Estimated next MOT outcome	Likely to Require Attention
Service reminder	2172 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	1.1 / 10
MOT Failure Risk Prediction	81% (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	60/100
Overall Vehicle Risk Score	78/100 — High Risk
Data Confidence Score	95%
Vehicle Transparency Score	100/100
Vehicle Usage Pattern	Standard
Est. Running & Maintenance Cost	~£1,909 / year
Est. Annual Fuel Cost	~£1,129
Est. Annual Maintenance Cost	~£780
Future Repair & Defect Prediction	Exhaust System, Oil / Fluid Leaks
Taxi / Commercial Use Risk	✓ No taxi use detected
Long-Term Owner Indicator	Not indicated
Est. Remaining Lifetime	~6.3 years (at current mileage rate)

summarizeAI Vehicle Summary

AI-Generated Summary VOLKSWAGEN POLO (2012), RED, PETROL, 1,198cc. Has completed 16 MOT tests, with a 75% pass rate (12 passed, 4 failed). Recorded 94,933 miles, averaging 8,686 miles/yr. 3 dangerous defects recorded across all tests. 28 advisory items recorded. Vehicle health score: 11/100 (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	2027-08-18
MOT pass rate	75%
Tests passed	12
Tests failed	4
Dangerous defects (total)	3
Major defects (total)	7
Minor defects (total)	2
Advisory items (total)	28
Pass / Fail trend	Stable
vs. UK class average	Above class average

fact_checkFull MOT History (16 Tests)

MOT #16 2026-07-24 10:34

Test number: 927273818937

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 18 Aug 2027

Odometer: 94,933 MI

Items: 2

Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Advisory under sealant coated

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £130 – £700

MOT #15 2025-08-06 12:44

Test number: 872601835611

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 18 Aug 2026

Odometer: 88,971 MI

Items: 5

Advisory Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Advisory Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £380 – £1,260

MOT #14 2024-08-19 10:18

Test number: 475390874285

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 18 Aug 2025

Odometer: 83,610 MI

Items: 5

Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Minor Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £420 – £1,200

MOT #13 2023-08-03 14:23

Test number: 156083166152

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 18 Aug 2024

Odometer: 77,802 MI

Items: 3

Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Tail silencer very corroded (6.1.2 (a))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £200 – £760

MOT #12 2023-08-03 09:45

Test number: 298956957853

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 77,801 MI

Items: 6

Major Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
Major Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Tail silencer very corroded (6.1.2 (a))
Dangerous Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £370 – £1,360

MOT #11 2022-08-04 13:59

Test number: 721240169796

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 18 Aug 2023

Odometer: 70,295 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #10 2022-08-03 13:33

Test number: 417051129945

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 70,295 MI

Items: 3

Dangerous Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Dangerous Offside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £180 – £540

MOT #9 2021-07-29 11:33

Test number: 123155535297

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 18 Aug 2022

Odometer: 54,426 MI

Items: 1

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

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

MOT #8 2021-07-27 09:09

Test number: 711775941079

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 54,416 MI

Items: 3

Major Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Minor Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Advisory Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £180 – £550

MOT #7 2020-08-10 10:24

Test number: 934810542228

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 18 Aug 2021

Odometer: 46,373 MI

Items: 3

Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is wearing on inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))
Advisory Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Advisory Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £160 – £780

MOT #6 2019-07-31 18:02

Test number: 989869572823

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 18 Aug 2020

Odometer: 42,566 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #5 2019-07-31 09:58

Test number: 843158693625

Result: ✗ Failed

Odometer: 42,566 MI

Items: 9

Major Exhaust system insecure middle section support sleeve is broken. (6.1.2 (a))
Major Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Major Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Major Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Advisory Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads are very low. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Advisory Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin pads are very low. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Advisory Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Advisory Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is on 2mm tread. (5.2.3 (e))

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £920 – £3,000

MOT #4 2018-07-25 10:02

Test number: 155680316379

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 18 Aug 2019

Odometer: 37,836 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #3 2017-07-28 13:15

Test number: 416427775793

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 18 Aug 2018

Odometer: 30,721 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #2 2016-07-30 11:22

Test number: 997845734381

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 18 Aug 2017

Odometer: 23,920 MI

Items: 0

No defects or advisories recorded.

MOT #1 2015-08-19 11:27

Test number: 209281135265

Result: ✓ Passed

Next expiry date: 18 Aug 2016

Odometer: 19,074 MI

Items: 1

Advisory nearside wiper blade beginning to smear screen slight

account_balance_wallet AI Estimated repair cost for this test: £15 – £60

speedMileage Check

Odometer unit	miles
Mileage registrations	16
First registration	2015-08-19
Last registration	2026-07-24
Latest reading	94,933 miles
Annual avg (est.)	8,686 mi/yr
vs UK average	Above average
% of UK avg	122%
Mileage growth trend	Consistent use
Wear level	66% — High Wear
Odometer consistency	✓ Consistent

Registration #1	2015-08-19	19,074 miles
Registration #2	2016-07-30	23,920 miles
Registration #3	2017-07-28	30,721 miles
Registration #4	2018-07-25	37,836 miles
Registration #5	2019-07-31	42,566 miles
Registration #6	2019-07-31	42,566 miles
Registration #7	2020-08-10	46,373 miles
Registration #8	2021-07-27	54,416 miles
Registration #9	2021-07-29	54,426 miles
Registration #10	2022-08-03	70,295 miles
Registration #11	2022-08-04	70,295 miles
Registration #12	2023-08-03	77,801 miles
Registration #13	2023-08-03	77,802 miles
Registration #14	2024-08-19	83,610 miles
Registration #15	2025-08-06	88,971 miles
Registration #16	2026-07-24	94,933 miles

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

list_altMost Common Defects & Advisories

⚠ Top Defects (Failures)
Handbrake	×2
Tyre Tread	×2
Coil Spring	×1
Exhaust System	×1
ℹ Top Advisories
Tyres	×10
Exhaust System	×4
Coil Spring	×4
Brake Discs	×3
Lighting	×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_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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Dangerous Defects

£180 – £510

3 defects found

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Major Defects

£420 – £1,950

7 defects found

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Minor Defects

£40 – £300

2 items found

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Advisory Items

£2,380 – £7,590

28 items noted

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All-Time Total Est.

£3,035 – £10,410

Across all MOT tests

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Latest MOT Est.

£130 – £700

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

£550

Based on age, mileage & condition

Annual Depreciation

£74

~14% per year

Running Cost / yr

£1,909

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.