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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,390 cc

LB56 FAMMOT history

LB56 FAM is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Oct 2006. Its MOT expired on 5 Nov 2025 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 109,607 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Nov 2025
Mileage
109,607 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,061 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 FAM
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
28 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB56 FAM was last recorded at 109,607 miles on 23 Oct 2025, 6,858 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,749 miles · 26 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
6,858 miles
Average per year
6,061 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 109,607 miles
  • 2024 – 102,749 miles
  • 2023 – 96,250 miles
  • 2022 – 88,910 miles
  • 2021 – 82,450 miles
  • 2020 – 79,056 miles
  • 2019 – 74,532 miles
  • 2018 – 67,467 miles
  • 2017 – 64,701 miles
  • 2016 – 60,918 miles
  • 2015 – 53,101 miles
  • 2014 – 43,129 miles
  • 2013 – 34,532 miles
  • 2012 – 21,906 miles
  • 2010 – 12,523 miles
  • 2009 – 12,506 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail109,607 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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.

  • Front tyres bald on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Rear number plate starting to fade

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Slight play in nearside steering rack arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 15 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail109,607 miles (+6,858)1 dangerous4 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,607 miles
    Test number
    428708726570
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Pass102,749 miles4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    102,749 miles
    Test number
    503077049962
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre and fitted wrong
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail102,749 miles (+6,499)1 repaired4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,749 miles
    Test number
    795411498217
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre and fitted wrong
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass96,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    96,250 miles
    Test number
    224545691220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail96,250 miles (+7,340)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,250 miles
    Test number
    812986305473
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  6. Pass88,910 miles (+6,460)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    88,910 miles
    Test number
    932369348049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass82,450 miles (+3,394)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    82,450 miles
    Test number
    709106397754
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Toe in. (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass79,056 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    79,056 miles
    Test number
    601980055392
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail79,056 miles (+4,524)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,056 miles
    Test number
    297862679372
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam both side (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure damage (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass74,532 miles (+7,065)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    74,532 miles
    Test number
    450211981760
    • MinorOffside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated cv boot. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass67,467 miles (+2,766)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    67,467 miles
    Test number
    385726469547
    • AdvisoryOffside Front CV boot

  12. Pass64,701 miles (+3,783)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    64,701 miles
    Test number
    224592865467
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt CV boot (2.2.C.1c)

  13. Pass60,918 miles (+7,817)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    60,918 miles
    Test number
    451058453900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,101 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    53,101 miles
    Test number
    358784150670
    • AdvisoryFront tyres bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear number plate starting to fade
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside steering rack arm

  15. Fail53,101 miles (+9,972)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,101 miles
    Test number
    581678488429
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear number plate starting to fade
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside steering rack arm

  16. Pass43,129 miles (+8,597)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    43,129 miles
    Test number
    186892464248
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteOffside rear light lense cracked / rear number plate starting to fade /

  17. Pass34,532 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    34,532 miles
    Test number
    939983883211
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Fail34,532 miles (+12,626)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,532 miles
    Test number
    375513183439
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass21,906 miles (+9,383)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    21,906 miles
    Test number
    595778102114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass12,523 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    12,523 miles
    Test number
    364811040335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass12,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    12,506 miles
    Test number
    302978189283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 FAM

Does LB56 FAM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 FAM expired on 5 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 FAM?
The MOT on LB56 FAM expired on 5 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 FAM done?
LB56 FAM was recorded at 109,607 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2025, an average of 6,061 miles a year.
Has LB56 FAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 FAM has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 FAM 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 FAM find?
LB56 FAM failed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects, 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits, and 7 more.

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