2012 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L S 3dr — £3,990 Listing Review
Reviewed by Car-Search.ai | 5 April 2026 | Haulgh, Bolton
£3,990
79,000 miles | Petrol | Manual | Hatchback
Listing Quality
50/100
Average
vs Market Average
-32%
Below Market
Value Retention
45/100
Moderate Depreciation
Our Verdict
50
/100
This 2012 Volkswagen Polo 1.2L S 3dr is listed at £3,990 by Fishmotors in Haulgh. It has 79,000 miles on the clock. At 32% below the market average of £5,911, this looks competitively priced based on 28 comparable listings. Our depreciation analysis shows this vehicle is losing approximately £1,578/year in value. The listing quality is average — it could benefit from more photos or detailed specifications.
Year
2012
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Trim
1.2L S 3dr
Body Style
Hatchback
Colour
Red
Fuel Type
Petrol
Gearbox
Manual
Mileage
79,000 miles
Engine
1.2L
Doors
3
Seats
5
CO2
128 g/km
Euro Status
Euro 5
ULEZ Compliant
Yes
Road Tax
£165/yr
Monthly Payment
£79.33/mo
All Features & Equipment (65)
12V Socket with Cover14in Steel WheelsABS - Anti-Lock Braking SystemAir RecirculationAir Vents with High Gloss Black TrimAirbags - DriverAirbags - Front PassengerAirbags - Side Head and Thorax for Front PassengerASR - Anti Slip RegulationAux-In SocketBlack Door Mirrors with Integrated IndicatorsBluetooth Connection - Touch Phone KitBody Coloured BumpersBody Coloured Side SillsBody-Coloured Door Mirrors with Integrated IndicatorsCentral LockingCentre Console with Open Storage CompartmentCup Holders - Front x2DAB+ - Digital Radio ReceptionDaytime Running LightsDifferential Lock - ElectronicDigital ClockDoor Handles - BlackDrivers Seat Height AdjustmentDust and Pollen FilterElectric Windows - FrontElectronic Engine ImmobiliserESP - Electronic Stability ProgrammeFuel and Temperature GaugeFull Size Steel Spare WheelGalvanised BodyGear Lever Gaiter in High Gloss Black TrimGloveboxGrab Handles - Front x2 Rear x2 with Coat HooksHandbrake Grip Button in High Gloss BlackHBA - Hydraulic Brake AssistHead Restraints - Front Whiplash OptimisedHeadlights - Halogen Clear - Range AdjustableHeated Rear Windscreen - Automatically Switches OffHeating and Ventilation System with 4 Speed FanHeight and Reach Adjustable Steering ColumnHigh Gloss Black Decorative InsertsHigh Level 3rd Brake LightInstrument Lighting - White Adjustable Panel IlluminationInterior Lighting DelayISOFIX Child Seat Preparation for 2 Rear SeatsLoad Lip Protective ShieldLuggage Compartment Cover - RemovableLuggage Compartment LightNote Pad Holder - Pen Holder - Coin Holder in GloveboxPermanent Running LightsPower Assisted Steering - Speed SensitiveRadiator Grille - BlackRCD 310 Radio - MP3 Compatible CD PlayerRear Wash Wipe with Interval DelaySeatbelt ReminderSeats - Folding Rear BackrestSpare Wheel - Space Saver SteelSpeakers x6Storage Compartment LightStorage Compartments in Front DoorsTCS - Traction Control SystemThree Rear Head RestraintsThree-Spoke Steering WheelTinted Glass - Heat Insulating
Below MarketListed at £3,990 vs market average of £5,911 (-32%)
Market Low
£2,195
Market Average
£5,911
Market High
£8,995
Comparables
28 listings
Based on 28 comparable Volkswagen Polo listings.
Age Depreciation
Slow Depreciation
£918/year
Mileage Impact
Slow Depreciation
£330/5k mi
Combined (10k mi/yr)
Moderate Depreciation
£1,578/yr
This Vehicle vs Model
Age-predicted: £6,255 (£-2,265)
Mileage-predicted: £8,574 (£-4,584)
Scenarios: 5k mi/yr £-1,248/yr | 10k mi/yr £-1,578/yr | 15k mi/yr £-1,908/yr
Based on 389 comparable listings. Slopes from smoothed depreciation curves.
50
Overall Listing Quality
Average — some areas could be improved.
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