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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,390 cc

LB56 BNVMOT history

LB56 BNV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 21 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 5 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 141,071 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Sept 2027
Mileage
141,071 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,392 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 BNV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
21 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 BNV was last recorded at 141,071 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 68 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,003 miles · 27 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
68 miles
Average per year
6,392 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,071 miles
  • 2025 – 137,587 miles
  • 2024 – 134,149 miles
  • 2023 – 129,170 miles
  • 2022 – 124,476 miles
  • 2021 – 118,739 miles
  • 2020 – 115,469 miles
  • 2019 – 111,815 miles
  • 2018 – 106,395 miles
  • 2017 – 101,629 miles
  • 2016 – 96,636 miles
  • 2015 – 90,772 miles
  • 2014 – 80,307 miles
  • 2013 – 70,879 miles
  • 2012 – 60,810 miles
  • 2011 – 51,675 miles
  • 2010 – 44,059 miles
  • 2009 – 32,842 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,071 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + perishing/cracking (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + perishing/cracking (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 12 MOTs since 2018

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 Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Side repeater not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass141,071 miles (+68)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    141,071 miles
    Test number
    142505659108
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + perishing/cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + perishing/cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail141,003 miles (+3,416)1 dangerous4 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,003 miles
    Test number
    427412870568
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + perishing/cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + perishing/cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass137,587 miles (+3)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    137,587 miles
    Test number
    598463461547
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail137,584 miles (+3,435)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,584 miles
    Test number
    982183097551
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass134,149 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    134,149 miles
    Test number
    370940112786
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail134,149 miles (+4,979)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,149 miles
    Test number
    934638231964
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass129,170 miles (+4,694)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    129,170 miles
    Test number
    605814921761
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass124,476 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    124,476 miles
    Test number
    818829900021
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail124,475 miles (+5,736)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,475 miles
    Test number
    934562510663
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass118,739 miles (+3,270)4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    118,739 miles
    Test number
    264629896255
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass115,469 miles (+3,654)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    115,469 miles
    Test number
    962950668595
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass111,815 miles (+5,420)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    111,815 miles
    Test number
    427767990452
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass106,395 miles (+4,766)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    106,395 miles
    Test number
    895762065703
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass101,629 miles (+4,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    101,629 miles
    Test number
    212928469856
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass96,636 miles (+5,864)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    96,636 miles
    Test number
    423870377379
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass90,772 miles (+706)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    90,772 miles
    Test number
    442503069687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail90,066 miles (+9,759)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,066 miles
    Test number
    203999527150
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass80,307 miles (+9,428)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    80,307 miles
    Test number
    606431624309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,879 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    70,879 miles
    Test number
    755428933310
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteGearbox mounting defective
    • NoteEcu light on
    • NoteFront suspension squeaks
    • NoteO/s/f tyre slightly worn on inner edge

  20. Fail70,879 miles (+10,069)2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,879 miles
    Test number
    167448633334
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteGearbox mounting defective
    • NoteEcu light on
    • NoteFront suspension squeaks
    • NoteO/s/f tyre slightly worn on inner edge

  21. Pass60,810 miles (+9,135)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    60,810 miles
    Test number
    666157422360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass51,675 miles (+7,616)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    51,675 miles
    Test number
    818737441317
    • NoteFlat spot nearside rear tyre.

  23. Pass44,059 miles (+11,217)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    44,059 miles
    Test number
    644575200333
    • NoteBoth front & nearside rear tyres are all worn to 3mm tread depth
    • NoteBoth front brake discs are worn

  24. Pass32,842 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    32,842 miles
    Test number
    102761579251
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about LB56 BNV

Does LB56 BNV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 BNV is valid until 5 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 BNV?
The MOT on LB56 BNV is valid until 5 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 BNV done?
LB56 BNV was recorded at 141,071 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 6,392 miles a year.
Has LB56 BNV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 BNV has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 BNV 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 LB56 BNV find?
LB56 BNV passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front shock absorbers has light misting of oil both, and 5 more.

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