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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,400 cc

LB56 LZMMOT history

LB56 LZM is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 4 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 50,199 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Mar 2027
Mileage
50,199 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,974 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 LZM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
16 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 LZM was last recorded at 50,199 miles on 5 Mar 2026, 47 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,152 miles · 26 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
47 miles
Average per year
1,974 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,199 miles
  • 2025 – 47,050 miles
  • 2024 – 44,272 miles
  • 2023 – 43,426 miles
  • 2022 – 41,783 miles
  • 2021 – 40,960 miles
  • 2020 – 39,593 miles
  • 2019 – 36,977 miles
  • 2017 – 34,439 miles
  • 2016 – 32,439 miles
  • 2015 – 30,541 miles
  • 2014 – 28,455 miles
  • 2013 – 26,409 miles
  • 2012 – 24,481 miles
  • 2011 – 22,856 miles
  • 2010 – 21,102 miles
  • 2009 – 18,552 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,199 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2023

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 both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,199 miles (+47)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    50,199 miles
    Test number
    456520113146
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Fail50,152 miles (+3,102)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,152 miles
    Test number
    242272240199
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass47,050 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    47,050 miles
    Test number
    221864323841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail47,040 miles (+2,768)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,040 miles
    Test number
    933245752446
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass44,272 miles (+846)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    44,272 miles
    Test number
    726928817684
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass43,426 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    43,426 miles
    Test number
    580483822727
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail43,424 miles (+1,641)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,424 miles
    Test number
    758901944850
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass41,783 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    41,783 miles
    Test number
    628780425549
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail41,782 miles (+822)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,782 miles
    Test number
    892404523490
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass40,960 miles (+1,367)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    40,960 miles
    Test number
    588391371906
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass39,593 miles (+2,616)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    39,593 miles
    Test number
    284940846445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass36,977 miles (+2,538)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    36,977 miles
    Test number
    538435191375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass34,439 miles (+2,000)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    34,439 miles
    Test number
    295362099382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,439 miles (+1,898)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    32,439 miles
    Test number
    425208057010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,541 miles (+2,086)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    30,541 miles
    Test number
    922932779008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  16. Pass28,455 miles (+2,046)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    28,455 miles
    Test number
    738339544307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,409 miles (+1,928)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    26,409 miles
    Test number
    905913943348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,481 miles (+1,625)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    24,481 miles
    Test number
    648172732358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,856 miles (+1,754)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    22,856 miles
    Test number
    298772431397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,102 miles (+2,550)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    21,102 miles
    Test number
    373615030363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,552 miles (+664)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    18,552 miles
    Test number
    540258059341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,888 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    17,888 miles
    Test number
    753873299227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail17,888 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,888 miles
    Test number
    892253499234
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about LB56 LZM

Does LB56 LZM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 LZM is valid until 4 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 LZM?
The MOT on LB56 LZM is valid until 4 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 LZM done?
LB56 LZM was recorded at 50,199 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2026, an average of 1,974 miles a year.
Has LB56 LZM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 LZM has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 LZM 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 LZM find?
LB56 LZM passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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