2012 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · BS52 BGS
2012 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 07 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 111,269 miles. MOT expired on 15 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN POLO
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 111,269 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
BS52 BGS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 26/08/2026
- 111,269 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Digital Service History
Access verified franchised dealer maintenance records for BS52BGS.
Unlock Manufacturer Digital Service Records
Check franchised dealer maintenance history for BS52BGS. Our direct integration verifies routine service events, workshop operations, recorded mileage, and technician logs.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
BS52 BGS Mileage History
- 14/08/202487,337 mi
- 15/08/202487,337 mi
- 12/08/202598,497 mi+11,160 mi
- 12/08/202598,497 mi
- 26/08/2026111,269 mi+12,772 mi
Average of roughly 11,781 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BS52 BGS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volkswagen Polo (BS52 BGS) between August 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 26 August 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (14 issues), Lighting (10 issues), Steering (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 25 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly r”; “Offside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly re”; “Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))”.
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (BS52 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as BS52BGS.
TOYOTA
MR2
AUDI
A5
VOLKSWAGEN
GOLF GTI TSI S-A
MERCEDES-BENZ
E
TOYOTA
IQ
TOYOTA
RAV4
FORD
TRANSIT
HYUNDAI
IONIQ 6 PREMIUM EV
VAUXHALL
MOKKA ULTIMATE TURBO AUTO
ROVER
25
FORD
MONDEO
BMW
118
VOLKSWAGEN POLO Model Intelligence & Reliability
Verified MOT failure trends, buying advice, and technical directory specifications.
Owner-reported defects, recurring MOT failure points, and estimated repair costs.
Browse production generations, registration statistics, and trim variants.
Historical MOT pass rates and DVLA records for 2012 model year cars.
Regional DVLA Registration Directory
Vehicles and registration batches issued by regional DVLA offices across the UK.
Recently Checked UK Vehicles
Live vehicle history checks and MOT records recently queried by UK car buyers.