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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,198 cc

LB06 EFKMOT history

LB06 EFK is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 9 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 67,216 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
67,216 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,136 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB06 EFK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
9 May 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB06 EFK was last recorded at 67,216 miles on 28 Aug 2026, 5,177 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,039 miles · 19 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,177 miles
Average per year
3,136 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,216 miles
  • 2025 – 62,039 miles
  • 2024 – 58,208 miles
  • 2023 – 55,297 miles
  • 2022 – 50,857 miles
  • 2021 – 50,527 miles
  • 2020 – 47,436 miles
  • 2019 – 45,063 miles
  • 2017 – 44,006 miles
  • 2016 – 41,313 miles
  • 2015 – 37,613 miles
  • 2014 – 31,664 miles
  • 2013 – 27,116 miles
  • 2012 – 25,050 miles
  • 2011 – 21,262 miles
  • 2010 – 18,327 miles
  • 2009 – 12,938 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,216 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both headlamps (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front exhaust flexible section (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor6 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor6 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Soft pedal & more travel than expected

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 8 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,216 miles (+5,177)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    67,216 miles
    Test number
    701959201132
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both headlamps (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front exhaust flexible section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass62,039 miles5 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    62,039 miles
    Test number
    503098243404
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner & outer boots (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge starting to wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail62,039 miles (+3,831)1 repaired5 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,039 miles
    Test number
    929602905198
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner & outer boots (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge starting to wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass58,208 miles (+2,911)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    58,208 miles
    Test number
    331318319217
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass55,297 miles (+4,440)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    55,297 miles
    Test number
    920473437274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass50,857 miles (+330)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    50,857 miles
    Test number
    815271029591
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMinor stone chips to windscreen.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass50,527 miles3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    50,527 miles
    Test number
    624000149981
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail50,527 miles (+3,091)1 repaired3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,527 miles
    Test number
    413033694427
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass47,436 miles (+17)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    47,436 miles
    Test number
    720878609306
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Soft pedal & more travel than expected (1.2.1 (c))

  10. Fail47,419 miles (+2,356)2 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,419 miles
    Test number
    601607349529
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Soft pedal & more travel than expected (1.2.1 (c))

  11. Pass45,063 miles (+1,057)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    45,063 miles
    Test number
    876477297991
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass44,006 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    44,006 miles
    Test number
    856889943192
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail44,006 miles (+2,693)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,006 miles
    Test number
    627670147574
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront passenger door pillar deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass41,313 miles (+3,700)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    41,313 miles
    Test number
    884402356204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,613 miles (+5,949)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    37,613 miles
    Test number
    776807995169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,664 miles (+4,548)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    31,664 miles
    Test number
    305473404466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,116 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    27,116 miles
    Test number
    947275763125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail27,116 miles (+2,066)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,116 miles
    Test number
    266314663481
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass25,050 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    25,050 miles
    Test number
    958653862125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail25,050 miles (+3,788)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,050 miles
    Test number
    548213062173
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  21. Pass21,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    21,262 miles
    Test number
    485617331107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail21,262 miles (+2,935)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,262 miles
    Test number
    777239321159
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass18,327 miles (+5,389)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2011
    Odometer
    18,327 miles
    Test number
    773995020185
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteDamage to nearside rear quarter panel
    • NoteNearside and offside door mirror glasses cracked

  24. Pass12,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2010
    Odometer
    12,938 miles
    Test number
    923418629192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB06 EFK

Does LB06 EFK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB06 EFK is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB06 EFK?
The MOT on LB06 EFK is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB06 EFK done?
LB06 EFK was recorded at 67,216 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2026, an average of 3,136 miles a year.
Has LB06 EFK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB06 EFK has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LB06 EFK ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB06 EFK find?
LB06 EFK passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with 4 minor defects and 4 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both headlamps; nearside direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning, and 5 more.

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