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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,400 cc

LB56 CHNMOT history

LB56 CHN is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 83,711 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
83,711 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,265 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 CHN
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
30 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 CHN was last recorded at 83,711 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 9,521 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Oct 2010: 9,474 miles, lower than 11,710 miles on 29 Oct 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
74,190 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
9,521 miles
Average per year
4,265 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,711 miles
  • 2025 – 74,190 miles
  • 2024 – 65,575 miles
  • 2023 – 59,400 miles
  • 2022 – 51,972 miles
  • 2021 – 44,945 miles
  • 2020 – 39,113 miles
  • 2019 – 34,395 miles
  • 2018 – 30,873 miles
  • 2017 – 25,864 miles
  • 2016 – 23,076 miles
  • 2015 – 19,622 miles
  • 2014 – 17,247 miles
  • 2013 – 14,091 miles
  • 2012 – 12,009 miles
  • 2011 – 10,659 miles
  • 2010 – 9,474 miles
  • 2009 – 11,710 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,711 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside side repeater lamp slightly dim in operation

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,711 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    83,711 miles
    Test number
    263055838950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail83,711 miles (+9,521)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,711 miles
    Test number
    107130941372
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185*60-14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass74,190 miles (+8,615)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    74,190 miles
    Test number
    896957643212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass65,575 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    65,575 miles
    Test number
    558623241291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail65,575 miles (+6,175)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,575 miles
    Test number
    227016995720
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working Built Into Wing Mirror. Wing Mirror Is Damaged (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour Excessive White Light (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass59,400 miles (+7,428)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    59,400 miles
    Test number
    949852911804
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass51,972 miles (+7,027)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    51,972 miles
    Test number
    951381867385
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass44,945 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    44,945 miles
    Test number
    848088048808
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater lamp slightly dim in operation

  9. Fail44,945 miles (+5,832)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,945 miles
    Test number
    507075866248
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside side repeater lamp slightly dim in operation

  10. Pass39,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    39,113 miles
    Test number
    880148567551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail39,113 miles (+4,718)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,113 miles
    Test number
    260385153713
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorObligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass34,395 miles (+3,522)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    34,395 miles
    Test number
    460784970124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass30,873 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    30,873 miles
    Test number
    103801191556
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2

  14. Fail30,873 miles (+5,009)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,873 miles
    Test number
    146723839580
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2

  15. Pass25,864 miles (+2,788)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    25,864 miles
    Test number
    401351642475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn

  16. Pass23,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    23,076 miles
    Test number
    420608827188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail23,076 miles (+3,454)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,076 miles
    Test number
    156467089574
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass19,622 miles (+2,375)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    19,622 miles
    Test number
    576214697757
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower wish bone rear bushes starting to perish.
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle covered.

  19. Pass17,247 miles (+3,156)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    17,247 miles
    Test number
    455508704499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass14,091 miles (+2,082)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    14,091 miles
    Test number
    396325883203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass12,009 miles (+1,350)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    12,009 miles
    Test number
    267501902301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,659 miles (+1,185)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    10,659 miles
    Test number
    555674711335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass9,474 miles (-2,236)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    9,474 miles
    Test number
    961271590220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass11,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    11,710 miles
    Test number
    441992509405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 CHN

Does LB56 CHN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 CHN is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 CHN?
The MOT on LB56 CHN is valid until 30 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 CHN done?
LB56 CHN was recorded at 83,711 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 4,265 miles a year.
Has LB56 CHN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 CHN has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 CHN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Oct 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB56 CHN find?
LB56 CHN passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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