BF12 LRU

2012 VOLKSWAGEN — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
VOLKSWAGEN
Year
2012
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
GREY
Engine
1198 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
5 April 2027 (291 days away)
Last recorded mileage
24,455 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 47/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2012 Volkswagen has 17 MOT tests on record with a 71% pass rate and 24,455 miles. While it has a valid MOT, the history of issues and low mileage warrants a thorough investigation.

The vehicle shows a severe mileage anomaly: 56,171 miles over 14 years, averaging only 3,938 miles per year, which is significantly below the UK average of 8,000 miles per year.

Things to check

  • Mileage significantly below UK average: 56,171 mi over 14 years (3,938 mi/yr).
  • Recurring brake disc advisories across 5 tests (Mar 2020, Mar 2021, Mar 2022, Mar 2023, Mar 2024).
  • Recurring suspension advisories across 2 tests (Feb 2016, Feb 2017).
  • Recurring tyre advisories across 2 tests (Mar 2024, Apr 2026).

Working in its favour

  • Valid MOT until April 2027, providing immediate peace of mind.
  • No major recurring failures on safety-critical systems like steering or suspension.
  • Consistent, albeit low, annual mileage suggests a well-maintained vehicle.
  • Euro NCAP safety rating of 5/5 stars (2017) indicates a safe and reliable model.

Mileage history

Feb 2015: 24,455 mi FAILFeb 2015: 24,455 mi PASSFeb 2016: 27,514 mi PASSFeb 2017: 30,647 mi PASSApr 2018: 35,672 mi FAILApr 2018: 35,672 mi PASSApr 2019: 40,018 mi PASSMar 2020: 42,993 mi FAILMar 2020: 42,993 mi PASSMar 2021: 43,388 mi FAILMar 2021: 43,388 mi PASSMar 2022: 44,137 mi PASSMar 2023: 45,510 mi PASSMar 2024: 47,331 mi PASSMar 2025: 48,317 mi FAILMar 2025: 48,318 mi PASSApr 2026: 56,171 mi PASS56k40k24kFeb 2015Apr 2026

MOT test history — 12/17 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Feb 2015 FAIL 24,455 mi
FAIL Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
FAIL Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
FAIL Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
FAIL Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
FAIL Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Feb 2015 PASS 24,455 mi None recorded
Feb 2016 PASS 27,514 mi
ADVISORY Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Feb 2017 PASS 30,647 mi None recorded
Apr 2018 FAIL 35,672 mi
PRS Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Apr 2018 PASS 35,672 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Apr 2019 PASS 40,018 mi None recorded
Mar 2020 FAIL 42,993 mi
MAJOR Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
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 Items removed from driver's view prior to test
MAJOR Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear suspension bump stop breaking up
Mar 2020 PASS 42,993 mi
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))
Mar 2021 FAIL 43,388 mi
PRS Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Rear child lock on
ADVISORY Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Driveshaft corroded
Mar 2021 PASS 43,388 mi
ADVISORY Offside Rear child lock on
ADVISORY Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Driveshaft corroded
Mar 2022 PASS 44,137 mi
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 Offside Rear suspension bump stop broken
Mar 2023 PASS 45,510 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front drive shaft corroded
Mar 2024 PASS 47,331 mi
MINOR Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Mar 2025 FAIL 48,317 mi
MAJOR Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
Mar 2025 PASS 48,318 mi None recorded
Apr 2026 PASS 56,171 mi
MINOR Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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