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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,400 cc

LB06 XWRMOT history

LB06 XWR is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 23 Jun 2006. Its MOT expired on 29 Jan 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 97,334 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jan 2026
Mileage
97,334 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,613 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB06 XWR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
23 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB06 XWR was last recorded at 97,334 miles on 30 Jan 2025, 6,395 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,939 miles · 30 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
6,395 miles
Average per year
4,613 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,334 miles
  • 2023 – 90,939 miles
  • 2022 – 81,483 miles
  • 2021 – 71,525 miles
  • 2020 – 67,611 miles
  • 2019 – 66,142 miles
  • 2018 – 64,891 miles
  • 2017 – 63,491 miles
  • 2016 – 61,699 miles
  • 2015 – 59,256 miles
  • 2014 – 55,574 miles
  • 2013 – 51,193 miles
  • 2012 – 46,594 miles
  • 2011 – 38,639 miles
  • 2010 – 32,390 miles
  • 2009 – 25,063 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,334 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Corrosion on rear suspension coil springs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 1 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,334 miles (+6,395)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    97,334 miles
    Test number
    871143579779
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass90,939 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    90,939 miles
    Test number
    643059460467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail90,904 miles (+9,421)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,904 miles
    Test number
    288288095642
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass81,483 miles (+9,958)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    81,483 miles
    Test number
    694164766821
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass71,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    71,525 miles
    Test number
    132679084015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail71,525 miles (+3,914)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,525 miles
    Test number
    921182512191
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass67,611 miles (+1,469)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    67,611 miles
    Test number
    491498818042
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass66,142 miles (+1,251)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    66,142 miles
    Test number
    859825278729
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass64,891 miles (+1,400)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    64,891 miles
    Test number
    484634664902
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear suspension coil springs

  10. Pass63,491 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    63,491 miles
    Test number
    171051861363
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear suspension coil springs

  11. Fail63,491 miles (+1,792)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,491 miles
    Test number
    821409790631
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear suspension coil springs

  12. Pass61,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    61,699 miles
    Test number
    724838675622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail61,699 miles (+2,443)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,699 miles
    Test number
    410386769316
    • Repaired at testRear position lamp(s) not working os (1.1.A.3b)

  14. Pass59,256 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    59,256 miles
    Test number
    635173575189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail59,256 miles (+3,682)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,256 miles
    Test number
    689273775192
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass55,574 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    55,574 miles
    Test number
    256112074471
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail55,574 miles (+4,381)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,574 miles
    Test number
    488212074130
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass51,193 miles (+4,599)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    51,193 miles
    Test number
    717305343195
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass46,594 miles (+7,955)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,594 miles
    Test number
    506931372176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass38,639 miles (+6,249)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    38,639 miles
    Test number
    299798161466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,390 miles (+7,327)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    32,390 miles
    Test number
    493312670159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    25,063 miles
    Test number
    623122759119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB06 XWR

Does LB06 XWR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB06 XWR expired on 29 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB06 XWR?
The MOT on LB06 XWR expired on 29 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB06 XWR done?
LB06 XWR was recorded at 97,334 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2025, an average of 4,613 miles a year.
Has LB06 XWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB06 XWR has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB06 XWR 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 XWR find?
LB06 XWR passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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