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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,198 cc

LB06 LXJMOT history

LB06 LXJ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 98,191 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
98,191 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,907 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB06 LXJ
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
23 May 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB06 LXJ was last recorded at 98,191 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 9,099 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,092 miles · 4 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
9,099 miles
Average per year
3,907 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,191 miles
  • 2025 – 89,092 miles
  • 2024 – 85,531 miles
  • 2023 – 80,513 miles
  • 2022 – 77,830 miles
  • 2021 – 72,950 miles
  • 2020 – 67,575 miles
  • 2019 – 59,293 miles
  • 2018 – 55,884 miles
  • 2017 – 50,162 miles
  • 2016 – 48,927 miles
  • 2015 – 47,571 miles
  • 2014 – 46,697 miles
  • 2013 – 45,933 miles
  • 2012 – 45,161 miles
  • 2011 – 43,432 miles
  • 2010 – 36,902 miles
  • 2009 – 29,981 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail98,191 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

What MOT failures 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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front WASHER PIPE LEAKING

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail98,191 miles (+9,099)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,191 miles
    Test number
    157930408690
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Pass89,092 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    89,092 miles
    Test number
    943179106374
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail89,092 miles (+3,561)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,092 miles
    Test number
    475543127260
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass85,531 miles (+151)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    85,531 miles
    Test number
    553923221864
    • AdvisoryFront WASHER PIPE LEAKING

  5. Fail85,380 miles (+4,867)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,380 miles
    Test number
    316305191678
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront WASHER PIPE LEAKING

  6. Pass80,513 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    80,513 miles
    Test number
    401752498439
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail80,513 miles (+2,683)4 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,513 miles
    Test number
    820624560331
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass77,830 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    77,830 miles
    Test number
    741510796093
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail77,830 miles (+4,880)1 repaired3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,830 miles
    Test number
    164933764410
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass72,950 miles (+1)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    72,950 miles
    Test number
    175715153274
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail72,949 miles (+5,374)2 dangerous4 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,949 miles
    Test number
    726193308603
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective Servo Vacuum Pipe Badly Split (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass67,575 miles (+8,282)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    67,575 miles
    Test number
    289477185692
    • AdvisoryBrake Servo Vacuum Pipe Split
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass59,293 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    59,293 miles
    Test number
    141557314643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail59,293 miles (+3,409)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,293 miles
    Test number
    403749144299
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass55,884 miles (+5,722)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    55,884 miles
    Test number
    142333201294
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass50,162 miles (+1,235)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    50,162 miles
    Test number
    954064622723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,927 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    48,927 miles
    Test number
    346798654752
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front Tyres wearing low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged

  18. Fail48,927 miles (+1,356)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,927 miles
    Test number
    161214105087
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front Tyres wearing low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront number plate damaged

  19. Pass47,571 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    47,571 miles
    Test number
    427379935119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail47,571 miles (+874)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,571 miles
    Test number
    805889435109
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass46,697 miles (+764)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    46,697 miles
    Test number
    549927544139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass45,933 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    45,933 miles
    Test number
    686269913138
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  23. Fail45,933 miles (+772)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,933 miles
    Test number
    697469813184
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  24. Fail45,161 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,161 miles
    Test number
    896194702150
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside windscreen wiper starting to smear.

  25. Pass45,161 miles (+1,729)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    45,161 miles
    Test number
    955024102183
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside windscreen wiper starting to smear.

  26. Pass43,432 miles (+6,530)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    43,432 miles
    Test number
    989803801196
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass36,902 miles (+6,921)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    36,902 miles
    Test number
    941560410110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass29,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2010
    Odometer
    29,981 miles
    Test number
    411517119116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB06 LXJ

Does LB06 LXJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB06 LXJ is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB06 LXJ?
The MOT on LB06 LXJ is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB06 LXJ done?
LB06 LXJ was recorded at 98,191 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 3,907 miles a year.
Has LB06 LXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB06 LXJ has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LB06 LXJ 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 LXJ find?
LB06 LXJ failed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; offside front brake hose ferrule excessively corroded, and 5 more.

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