BR08 KAY

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
DIESEL
Colour
GREY
Engine
1598 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 22 May 2026
Last recorded mileage
33,451 mi

AI verdict AVOID 49/100

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 14 MOT tests on record with a 79% pass rate and 33,451 miles. The vehicle's MOT status is currently 'Not valid' with an expiry date of 2026-05-22, which is highly irregular and prevents proper assessment.

The mileage trajectory shows a suspiciously low 400 miles/year from 2012 to 2021, followed by normal usage, with a significant drop in usage between May 2022 and May 2023.

Things to check

  • MOT currently 'Not valid' with expiry 2026-05-22 — highly irregular for a 2012 vehicle.
  • Recurring major failures: Engine MIL (May 2022), Anti-roll bar (Feb 2020), Coil spring (May 2022).
  • Recurring advisories: Tyres (8 advisories), Anti-roll bar link (4 advisories), Shock absorber (3 advisories).
  • Suspiciously low mileage recorded before Apr 2021 (400 mi/yr equivalent).

Working in its favour

  • Euro NCAP safety rating of 5/5 stars (2017) — excellent safety credentials.
  • Consistent annual mileage post-2021 (11,410 mi/yr), indicating regular use.
  • No recent MOT failures or advisories since May 2025, suggesting current roadworthiness.
  • No evidence of Cat N/S write-off or outstanding finance (HPI check needed).

Mileage history

Feb 2015: 33,451 mi PASSFeb 2016: 50,184 mi PASSMar 2017: 67,626 mi PASSMar 2018: 84,400 mi PASSMar 2019: 90,235 mi PASSFeb 2020: 94,253 mi PASSApr 2021: 94,715 mi PASSMay 2022: 104,050 mi FAILMay 2022: 104,077 mi PASSMay 2023: 123,381 mi FAILMay 2023: 123,626 mi PASSMay 2024: 142,371 mi FAILMay 2024: 142,372 mi PASSMay 2025: 152,902 mi PASS153k93k33kFeb 2015May 2025

MOT test history — 11/14 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Feb 2015 PASS 33,451 mi None recorded
Feb 2016 PASS 50,184 mi
ADVISORY Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)
Mar 2017 PASS 67,626 mi
ADVISORY brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
ADVISORY both front tyre inner edges worn
Mar 2018 PASS 84,400 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
ADVISORY Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
ADVISORY Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)
Mar 2019 PASS 90,235 mi
ADVISORY Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Feb 2020 PASS 94,253 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY engine cover and undertrays fitted
Apr 2021 PASS 94,715 mi None recorded
May 2022 FAIL 104,050 mi
MAJOR Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
MAJOR Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
ADVISORY Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
MAJOR Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
ADVISORY D.P.F/coil warning lights on
ADVISORY Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
MAJOR Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
MAJOR Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Offside Front outer sill damaged
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
May 2022 PASS 104,077 mi
ADVISORY Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
ADVISORY Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Offside Front outer sill damaged
ADVISORY Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
May 2023 FAIL 123,381 mi
ADVISORY Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both Sides
ADVISORY Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides Wearing Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
MAJOR Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
May 2023 PASS 123,626 mi
ADVISORY Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both Sides
ADVISORY Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides Wearing Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
ADVISORY Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
May 2024 FAIL 142,371 mi
MAJOR Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Front Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE OIL (8.4.1 (a) (i))
MAJOR Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
ADVISORY Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REAR TYRES N/S O/S (5.2.3 (e))
May 2024 PASS 142,372 mi
ADVISORY Front Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE OIL (8.4.1 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH REAR TYRES N/S O/S (5.2.3 (e))
May 2025 PASS 152,902 mi
ADVISORY Front Oil leak, but not excessive ENGINE OIL (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BR08 KAY, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.