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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,390 cc

LB56 MBXMOT history

LB56 MBX is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 24 Jul 2024 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 129,179 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Jul 2024
Mileage
129,179 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2023
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,963 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 MBX
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
30 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 MBX was last recorded at 129,179 miles on 26 Jun 2023, 7,541 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,638 miles · 16 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
7,541 miles
Average per year
6,963 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 129,179 miles
  • 2022 – 121,638 miles
  • 2021 – 111,283 miles
  • 2020 – 102,215 miles
  • 2019 – 95,619 miles
  • 2018 – 85,106 miles
  • 2017 – 72,649 miles
  • 2016 – 67,379 miles
  • 2015 – 57,237 miles
  • 2014 – 54,597 miles
  • 2013 – 49,439 miles
  • 2011 – 45,887 miles
  • 2010 – 41,580 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,179 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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust badly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    129,179 miles
    Test number
    982933327455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail129,179 miles (+7,541)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,179 miles
    Test number
    801258552534
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass121,638 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    121,638 miles
    Test number
    728537523293
    • AdvisoryADVISE EXHAUST BADLY DETERIOATED

  4. Fail121,638 miles (+10,355)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,638 miles
    Test number
    324676465636
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryADVISE EXHAUST BADLY DETERIOATED

  5. Pass111,283 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    111,283 miles
    Test number
    338614517608
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust badly corroded

  6. Fail111,283 miles (+9,068)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,283 miles
    Test number
    211933386150
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust badly corroded

  7. Pass102,215 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    102,215 miles
    Test number
    539447210315
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise o/s front tyre wearing on inside edge

  8. Fail102,215 miles (+6,596)1 major1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,215 miles
    Test number
    954875926728
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise o/s front tyre wearing on inside edge

  9. Pass95,619 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    95,619 miles
    Test number
    419138382393
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Fail95,617 miles (+10,511)1 dangerous6 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,617 miles
    Test number
    559548999654
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 185/60/14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass85,106 miles (+12,457)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    85,106 miles
    Test number
    956419134435
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass72,649 miles (+5,270)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    72,649 miles
    Test number
    744242456611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,379 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    67,379 miles
    Test number
    605848788082
    • AdvisoryFRONT EXHAUST FLEX WORN

  14. Fail67,379 miles (+10,142)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,379 miles
    Test number
    191452684428
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisorySlight play in front drop links

  15. Pass57,237 miles (+2,640)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    57,237 miles
    Test number
    250308062219
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear tyres cracking (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass54,597 miles (+2,040)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    54,597 miles
    Test number
    415672934382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,557 miles (+3,118)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    52,557 miles
    Test number
    445491414077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass49,439 miles (+3,552)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    49,439 miles
    Test number
    148137503024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass45,887 miles (+4,307)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    45,887 miles
    Test number
    326103951390
    • NoteFront suspension arm bushes worn slightly.

  20. Pass41,580 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    41,580 miles
    Test number
    820845250392
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail41,580 miles (+6,188)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,580 miles
    Test number
    893815850331
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass35,392 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    35,392 miles
    Test number
    411395900095
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about LB56 MBX

Does LB56 MBX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 MBX expired on 24 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 MBX?
The MOT on LB56 MBX expired on 24 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 MBX done?
LB56 MBX was recorded at 129,179 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2023, an average of 6,963 miles a year.
Has LB56 MBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 MBX has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LB56 MBX 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 MBX find?
LB56 MBX passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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