The road tax status for FW12 COU is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for FW12 COU?

The MOT for FW12 COU is valid and due for renewal on or before 1 April 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of FW12 COU?

The recorded mileage for FW12 COU is 89,586 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is FW12 COU ULEZ compliant?

Yes, FW12 COU (VOLKSWAGEN POLO) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

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2012 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L Petrol · FW12 COU

FW12 COU

2012 Volkswagen Polo (1.2L, petrol). First registered 20/07/2012. Recorded mileage 89,586 miles. MOT valid until 01/04/2027.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin: 2012 · Lincoln
MOT Status: Valid until 01/04/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 89,586 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 89,586 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2012
Engine: 1198cc

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FW12 COU Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 10/03/2026
89,586 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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FW12 COU Mileage History

15/03/202480,158 mi
14/03/202584,393 mi+4,235 mi
14/03/202584,394 mi+1 mi
10/03/202689,586 mi+5,192 mi
10/03/202689,586 mi

Average of roughly 4,749 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

FW12 COU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Jul 2026, 08:29

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volkswagen Polo (FW12 COU) between March 2024 and March 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 10 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Steering (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 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 Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))”; “Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.

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