Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
BL12 VLK

2012 Volkswagen Polo · Petrol · 1198cc

Red Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
Year2012
FuelPetrol
Engine1198cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2012 Volkswagen Polo Petrol 1198cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 99,957 miles on the clock, averaging 7,743 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.

MOT & Mileage History for BL12 VLK

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
99,957
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,743

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading99,957 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,743
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BL12 VLK 20k40k60k80k100k '15'25'20

Check BL12 VLK

Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage99,957 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,957 miles
Since last MOT+9,451 miles
PASS
Mileage90,506 miles
Since last MOT+10,025 miles
PASS
Mileage80,481 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,452 miles
Since last MOT+4,887 miles
PASS
Mileage75,565 miles
Since last MOT+4,182 miles
PASS
Mileage71,383 miles
Since last MOT+7,573 miles
PASS
Mileage63,810 miles
Since last MOT+6,155 miles
PASS
Mileage57,655 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,655 miles
Since last MOT+8,568 miles
PASS
Mileage49,087 miles
Since last MOT+26,023 miles
PASS
Mileage23,064 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage23,064 miles
PASS
Mileage28,744 miles
Since last MOT+9,172 miles
PASS
Mileage19,572 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Volkswagen Polo often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

Read our Volkswagen Polo Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Volkswagen Polo

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL12 VLK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPolo
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1198cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeBL — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

More BL12 V plates

Browse all BL12 V registrations from Birmingham.

About BL12 VLK

What car is BL12 VLK?

BL12 VLK is a red Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1198cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2012.

What is the mileage of BL12 VLK?

The last recorded mileage for BL12 VLK was 99,957 miles, recorded on 15 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BL12 VLK passed its MOT?

BL12 VLK has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Dec 2025.

Is BL12 VLK ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL12 VLK is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is BL12 VLK?

BL12 VLK is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.