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Volkswagen Polo

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,390 cc

LB56 MBFMOT history

LB56 MBF is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 48,170 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jul 2027
Mileage
48,170 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,357 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 MBF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
29 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 MBF was last recorded at 48,170 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 2,327 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,843 miles · 15 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,327 miles
Average per year
2,357 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,170 miles
  • 2025 – 45,843 miles
  • 2024 – 42,911 miles
  • 2023 – 39,853 miles
  • 2022 – 36,407 miles
  • 2021 – 31,991 miles
  • 2020 – 31,163 miles
  • 2019 – 30,601 miles
  • 2018 – 29,499 miles
  • 2017 – 27,231 miles
  • 2016 – 25,396 miles
  • 2015 – 23,702 miles
  • 2014 – 21,707 miles
  • 2013 – 19,661 miles
  • 2012 – 17,811 miles
  • 2011 – 15,239 miles
  • 2010 – 11,355 miles
  • 2009 – 8,938 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,170 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine / gearbox

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread clear protective cover missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass48,170 miles (+2,327)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    48,170 miles
    Test number
    408043251542
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass45,843 miles (+2,932)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    45,843 miles
    Test number
    890001065933

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass42,911 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    42,911 miles
    Test number
    797201327912
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine / gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread clear protective cover missing (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail42,902 miles (+3,049)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,902 miles
    Test number
    457279548498
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine / gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread clear protective cover missing (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass39,853 miles (+3,446)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    39,853 miles
    Test number
    887631275841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass36,407 miles (+4,416)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    36,407 miles
    Test number
    830609448943
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished and cracked (2006) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perished and cracked (2006) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass31,991 miles (+828)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    31,991 miles
    Test number
    740759053093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass31,163 miles (+562)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    31,163 miles
    Test number
    868717853766
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass30,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    30,601 miles
    Test number
    249634150718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail30,601 miles (+1,102)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,601 miles
    Test number
    833478260700
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass29,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    29,499 miles
    Test number
    985275177221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail29,499 miles (+2,268)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,499 miles
    Test number
    185453774534
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass27,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    27,231 miles
    Test number
    883231389131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail27,231 miles (+1,835)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,231 miles
    Test number
    563134377355
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  15. Pass25,396 miles (+1,694)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    25,396 miles
    Test number
    253799780868
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass23,702 miles (+1,995)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    23,702 miles
    Test number
    228404725220
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass21,707 miles (+2,046)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    21,707 miles
    Test number
    577387524259
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass19,661 miles (+1,850)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    19,661 miles
    Test number
    177619313297
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass17,811 miles (+2,572)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    17,811 miles
    Test number
    355871622494
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass15,239 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    15,239 miles
    Test number
    369351121423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail15,239 miles (+3,884)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,239 miles
    Test number
    565780621288
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass11,355 miles (+2,417)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    11,355 miles
    Test number
    462000430270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass8,938 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    8,938 miles
    Test number
    952314229366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 MBF

Does LB56 MBF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 MBF is valid until 17 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 MBF?
The MOT on LB56 MBF is valid until 17 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 MBF done?
LB56 MBF was recorded at 48,170 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 2,357 miles a year.
Has LB56 MBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 MBF has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LB56 MBF 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 MBF find?
LB56 MBF passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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