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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 53,137 miles on the clock, averaging 3,383 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cavd and component.
MOT & Mileage History for GV12 XPE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 53,137 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,936 |
| Average per year | 3,383 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GV12 XPE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About GV12 XPE
What car is GV12 XPE?
GV12 XPE is a silver Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Brighton in 2012.
What is the mileage of GV12 XPE?
The last recorded mileage for GV12 XPE was 53,137 miles, recorded on 6 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV12 XPE passed its MOT?
GV12 XPE has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Jul 2026.
Is GV12 XPE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV12 XPE 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 GV12 XPE?
GV12 XPE is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.