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2012 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Petrol · HW61 KAU

HW61 KAU

2012 Volkswagen Polo (1.4L, petrol). First registered 20/01/2012. Recorded mileage 106,276 miles. MOT valid until 26/11/2026.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN POLO
Year / Origin
2012 · Portsmouth
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 26/11/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
106,276 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 26/11/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2012
Engine
1390cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle is currently road‑worthy, having passed the most recent MOT on 12 November 2025 at 106,276 miles with no recorded defects. The record shows two isolated failures in November 2024 and November 2023, each followed by a pass a few days later and both without any defects logged, indicating an overall stable maintenance pattern rather than a deteriorating one. Mileage has risen from 84,349 miles in November 2023 to 106,276 miles in November 2025, averaging roughly 10,000 miles per year. This progression aligns with the typical usage for a fourteen‑year‑old Polo and reveals no abrupt spikes or long periods of inactivity. The incremental increase suggests regular, moderate use rather than excessive strain on the drivetrain or suspension. A prospective buyer should focus on the usual wear items: inspect tyre tread depth and uniformity, verify brake pad and disc condition, and feel for any play in the front and rear suspension bushes or coil springs. A visual check for surface rust, especially around wheel arches and undercarriage, will confirm the absence of structural corrosion. Confirm that the administrative failures recorded in 2023 and 2024 were correctly resolved, and ensure that all service documentation aligns with the MOT history.

HW61 KAU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 12/11/2025
  • 106,276 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
70
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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HW61 KAU Mileage History

  1. 23/11/202384,349 mi
  2. 27/11/202384,421 mi+72 mi
  3. 12/11/202495,764 mi+11,343 mi
  4. 19/11/202495,768 mi+4 mi
  5. 12/11/2025106,276 mi+10,508 mi

Average of roughly 11,124 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

HW61 KAU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 16 May 2026, 02:04
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Volkswagen Polo (HW61 KAU) between November 2023 and November 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 12 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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