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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 78,778 miles on the clock, averaging 5,180 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TSI engine is known for cavd and component.
MOT & Mileage History for RE12 LWP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 78,778 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 5,180 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RE12 LWP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Polo |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1390cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About RE12 LWP
What car is RE12 LWP?
RE12 LWP is an blue Volkswagen Polo, petrol (1390cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.
What is the mileage of RE12 LWP?
The last recorded mileage for RE12 LWP was 78,778 miles, recorded on 26 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE12 LWP passed its MOT?
RE12 LWP has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 26 May 2026.
Is RE12 LWP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE12 LWP 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 RE12 LWP?
RE12 LWP is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.