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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 44,032 miles on the clock, averaging 2,782 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 MW12 VST
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 44,032 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,343 |
| Average per year | 2,782 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Volkswagen Polo
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MW12 VST |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About MW12 VST
What car is MW12 VST?
MW12 VST is an grey Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Manchester in 2012.
What is the mileage of MW12 VST?
The last recorded mileage for MW12 VST was 44,032 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW12 VST passed its MOT?
MW12 VST has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2025.
Is MW12 VST ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW12 VST 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 MW12 VST?
MW12 VST is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.