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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,984 cc

LB56 GYSMOT history

LB56 GYS is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 6 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 81,961 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jul 2027
Mileage
81,961 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,988 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 GYS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
6 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 GYS was last recorded at 81,961 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 4,161 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,800 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,161 miles
Average per year
3,988 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,961 miles
  • 2025 – 77,800 miles
  • 2024 – 71,579 miles
  • 2023 – 60,950 miles
  • 2021 – 50,648 miles
  • 2020 – 45,939 miles
  • 2014 – 36,557 miles
  • 2013 – 33,887 miles
  • 2012 – 28,037 miles
  • 2011 – 22,132 miles
  • 2010 – 17,484 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,961 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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

14 tests since 13 May 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    81,961 miles
    Test number
    502583727005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail81,961 miles (+4,161)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,961 miles
    Test number
    593578693005
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass77,800 miles (+6,221)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    77,800 miles
    Test number
    511968255242
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass71,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    71,579 miles
    Test number
    774460062567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail71,579 miles (+10,629)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,579 miles
    Test number
    250590309717
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  6. Pass60,950 miles (+10,302)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    60,950 miles
    Test number
    380850827436
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass50,648 miles (+4,709)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    50,648 miles
    Test number
    547634755112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass45,939 miles (+9,382)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    45,939 miles
    Test number
    757455539750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass36,557 miles (+2,670)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    36,557 miles
    Test number
    976215544003
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall cracking and damaged

  10. Pass33,887 miles (+5,850)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    33,887 miles
    Test number
    727461443170
    • NoteCoolant leak

  11. Pass28,037 miles (+5,905)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    28,037 miles
    Test number
    827905742194
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass22,132 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    22,132 miles
    Test number
    886098431122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail22,121 miles (+4,637)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,121 miles
    Test number
    786344531108
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass17,484 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    17,484 miles
    Test number
    110603630129
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB56 GYS

Does LB56 GYS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 GYS is valid until 30 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 GYS?
The MOT on LB56 GYS is valid until 30 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 GYS done?
LB56 GYS was recorded at 81,961 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 3,988 miles a year.
Has LB56 GYS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 GYS has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 GYS 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 GYS find?
LB56 GYS passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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