Vehicle summary
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 1390cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 165,941 miles on the clock, averaging 12,485 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cavd and component.
MOT & Mileage History for DA12 DWG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,941 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,485 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DA12 DWG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About DA12 DWG
What car is DA12 DWG?
DA12 DWG is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Chester in 2012.
What is the mileage of DA12 DWG?
The last recorded mileage for DA12 DWG was 165,941 miles, recorded on 14 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA12 DWG passed its MOT?
DA12 DWG has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 14 Nov 2025.
Is DA12 DWG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA12 DWG 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 DA12 DWG?
DA12 DWG is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.