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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,390 cc

LB06 SYHMOT history

LB06 SYH is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 156,033 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
156,033 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,622 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB06 SYH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 May 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB06 SYH was last recorded at 156,033 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,033 miles · 12 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,622 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,033 miles
  • 2025 – 150,756 miles
  • 2024 – 142,622 miles
  • 2023 – 140,910 miles
  • 2022 – 138,911 miles
  • 2021 – 135,736 miles
  • 2020 – 134,747 miles
  • 2019 – 131,229 miles
  • 2018 – 125,041 miles
  • 2017 – 118,934 miles
  • 2016 – 116,078 miles
  • 2014 – 110,018 miles
  • 2013 – 103,449 miles
  • 2012 – 97,246 miles
  • 2011 – 91,885 miles
  • 2010 – 84,670 miles
  • 2009 – 76,415 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,033 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Hand brake long

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 22 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,033 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    156,033 miles
    Test number
    715698462051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail156,033 miles (+5,277)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,033 miles
    Test number
    921107928678
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass150,756 miles (+344)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    150,756 miles
    Test number
    897290227358
    • AdvisoryGenaral corrosion

  4. Fail150,412 miles (+7,790)1 dangerous12 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,412 miles
    Test number
    753729454109
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop link. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  5. Pass142,622 miles (+1,712)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    142,622 miles
    Test number
    575418582296
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted

  6. Pass140,910 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    140,910 miles
    Test number
    886416242814
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFull underbody covers fitted n/a/a

  7. Fail140,905 miles (+1,994)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,905 miles
    Test number
    485217608775
    • MajorDriver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed engine misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid leaking under bonnett (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFull underbody covers fitted n/a/a

  8. Pass138,911 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    138,911 miles
    Test number
    852015993901
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front and middle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryHand brake long

  9. Fail138,911 miles (+3,175)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,911 miles
    Test number
    764936302035
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front and middle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryHand brake long

  10. Pass135,736 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    135,736 miles
    Test number
    849398983421
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryHand brake long

  11. Fail135,736 miles (+989)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,736 miles
    Test number
    137297402678
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass134,747 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    134,747 miles
    Test number
    389422585053
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryLong handbrake travel

  13. Fail134,743 miles (+3,514)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,743 miles
    Test number
    709060654470
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryLong handbrake travel

  14. Pass131,229 miles (+6,188)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    131,229 miles
    Test number
    370973869378
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated long travel (1.1.6 (d))

  15. Pass125,041 miles (+6,107)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    125,041 miles
    Test number
    733960233439
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass118,934 miles (+2,856)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    118,934 miles
    Test number
    933976656141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass116,078 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    116,078 miles
    Test number
    954635585310
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  18. Fail116,077 miles (+6,059)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,077 miles
    Test number
    770670544406
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front pipe (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage mirror casing missing cousing sharp edges (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  19. Pass110,018 miles (+6,569)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    110,018 miles
    Test number
    976017904379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass103,449 miles (+6,203)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    103,449 miles
    Test number
    977758913329
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass97,246 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    97,246 miles
    Test number
    477834132304
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail97,246 miles (+5,361)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,246 miles
    Test number
    459484332411
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass91,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    91,885 miles
    Test number
    525148921317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail91,884 miles (+7,214)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,884 miles
    Test number
    756298521360
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass84,670 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    84,670 miles
    Test number
    864495650144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail84,670 miles (+8,255)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,670 miles
    Test number
    484455550114
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth front anti roll bar linkage slight movement
    • NoteBoth front wishbone rear bush slight movement

  27. Pass76,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    76,415 miles
    Test number
    171982249184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail76,415 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,415 miles
    Test number
    470222349197
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LB06 SYH

Does LB06 SYH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB06 SYH is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB06 SYH?
The MOT on LB06 SYH is valid until 12 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 SYH done?
LB06 SYH was recorded at 156,033 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 4,622 miles a year.
Has LB06 SYH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB06 SYH has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB06 SYH 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 SYH find?
LB06 SYH passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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