2012 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Match 5dr — £6,999 Listing Review
Reviewed by Car-Search.ai | 5 April 2026 | Reading
£6,999
52,000 miles | Petrol | Manual | Hatchback
Listing Quality
48/100
Average
vs Market Average
-1%
Fair Price
Value Retention
45/100
Moderate Depreciation
Our Verdict
48
/100
This 2012 Volkswagen Polo 1.4L Match 5dr is listed at £6,999 by TransAuto in Reading. It has 52,000 miles on the clock. Priced in line with the market average of £7,077 based on 24 comparable listings. Our depreciation analysis shows this vehicle is losing approximately £1,750/year in value. The listing quality is average — it could benefit from more photos or detailed specifications.
Year
2012
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Trim
1.4L Match 5dr
Body Style
Hatchback
Colour
White
Fuel Type
Petrol
Gearbox
Manual
Mileage
52,000 miles
Engine
1.4L
Doors
5
Seats
5
CO2
139 g/km
Euro Status
Euro 5
ULEZ Compliant
Yes
Road Tax
£195/yr
Monthly Payment
£146.63/mo
All Features & Equipment (76)
12V Socket with Cover15in Alloy Wheels - CastilleABS - Anti-Lock Braking SystemAir Conditioning - ManualAir Vent Surrounds - Matt ChromeAirbags - DriverAirbags - Front PassengerAirbags - Side Head and Thorax for Front PassengerAnti-Theft Wheel BoltsASR - Anti Slip RegulationAux-In SocketBluetooth Connection - Touch Phone KitBody Coloured BumpersBody Coloured Door HandlesBody Coloured Side SillsBody-Coloured Door Mirrors with Integrated IndicatorsCentral Locking - Remote with 2 Remote KeysCentre Console with Open Storage CompartmentCup Holders - Front x2DAB+ - Digital Radio ReceptionDash-mounted MP3 Compatible CD PlayerDaytime Running LightsDifferential Lock - ElectronicDigital ClockDoor Mirrors - Electrically Adjustable and HeatedDust and Pollen FilterElectric Windows - FrontElectric Windows - Front and RearElectronic Engine ImmobiliserESP - Electronic Stability ProgrammeFront Fog LightsFront Seat Back Storage PocketsFuel and Temperature GaugeGalvanised BodyGloveboxGrab Handles - Front x2 Rear x2 with Coat HooksHBA - Hydraulic Brake AssistHead Restraints - Front Whiplash OptimisedHeadlights - Halogen Clear - Range AdjustableHeated Rear Windscreen - Automatically Switches OffHeight 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 LightLuggage Compartment with Variable Load FloorMatt Chrome - Gear Lever Gaiter SurroundMatt Chrome - Handbrake Grip ButtonMatt Chrome - Internal Door HandlesMDI - Multi Device Interface with USB - iPod Connection CablesMultifunction Computer - includes Visual Gear Change RecommendationNote Pad Holder - Pen Holder - Coin Holder in GloveboxPermanent Running LightsPower Assisted Steering - Speed SensitiveRadiator Grille - Gloss Black with Matt Chrome LouvresRCD 310 Radio - MP3 Compatible CD PlayerReading Lights - Front x2 & Rear x1Rear Wash Wipe with Interval DelaySeatbelt ReminderSeats - Height Adjustment - FrontSpare Wheel - Space Saver SteelSpeakers x6Split Folding Rear Backrests 60-40Storage Compartment in Rear DoorsStorage Compartment LightStorage Compartments in Front DoorsSun Visors - Illuminated MirrorsTCS - Traction Control SystemThree Rear Head RestraintsThree-Spoke Steering WheelTinted Glass - Heat Insulating Rear 65 Percent Light Absorbing from B Pillar BackwardsTyre Pressure Indicator
At MarketListed at £6,999 vs market average of £7,077 (-1%)
Market Low
£3,595
Market Average
£7,077
Market High
£11,568
Comparables
24 listings
Based on 24 comparable Volkswagen Polo listings.
Age Depreciation
Slow Depreciation
£918/year
Mileage Impact
Slow Depreciation
£416/5k mi
Combined (10k mi/yr)
Moderate Depreciation
£1,750/yr
This Vehicle vs Model
Age-predicted: £6,255 (+£744)
Mileage-predicted: £10,644 (£-3,645)
Scenarios: 5k mi/yr £-1,334/yr | 10k mi/yr £-1,750/yr | 15k mi/yr £-2,167/yr
Based on 389 comparable listings. Slopes from smoothed depreciation curves.
48
Overall Listing Quality
Average — some areas could be improved.
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