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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,198 cc

LB56 NLVMOT history

LB56 NLV is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 22 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 110,993 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jun 2027
Mileage
110,993 mi
At MOT on 12 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,738 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 NLV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
22 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 NLV was last recorded at 110,993 miles on 12 Jun 2026, 5,719 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
105,274 miles · 13 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
5,719 miles
Average per year
5,738 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,993 miles
  • 2025 – 105,274 miles
  • 2024 – 94,419 miles
  • 2023 – 83,764 miles
  • 2022 – 77,773 miles
  • 2021 – 70,607 miles
  • 2020 – 58,025 miles
  • 2019 – 51,966 miles
  • 2018 – 46,642 miles
  • 2017 – 43,532 miles
  • 2016 – 43,053 miles
  • 2014 – 37,999 miles
  • 2012 – 23,868 miles
  • 2010 – 15,209 miles
  • 2008 – 10,148 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,993 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 14 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    110,993 miles
    Test number
    806047034325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail110,990 miles (+5,716)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,990 miles
    Test number
    720027280495
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  3. Pass105,274 miles (+10,855)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    105,274 miles
    Test number
    124154990434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  4. Pass94,419 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    94,419 miles
    Test number
    611743163659
    • AdvisoryFront Both front tyres worn on the edges
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Fail94,419 miles (+10,655)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,419 miles
    Test number
    620415629322
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Both front tyres worn on the edges
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass83,764 miles (+5,991)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    83,764 miles
    Test number
    148072873732
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  7. Pass77,773 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    77,773 miles
    Test number
    168418231958
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail77,773 miles (+7,166)2 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,773 miles
    Test number
    125685318283
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass70,607 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2022
    Odometer
    70,607 miles
    Test number
    184843306803
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel slightly deformed
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  10. Fail70,607 miles (+12,582)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,607 miles
    Test number
    706936279506
    • MajorFront Direction indicator incorrect colour Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel slightly deformed
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  11. Pass58,025 miles (+6,059)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    58,025 miles
    Test number
    102701638060
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
  12. Pass51,966 miles (+5,324)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    51,966 miles
    Test number
    356983000323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,642 miles (+3,110)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    46,642 miles
    Test number
    797371631769
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass43,532 miles (+479)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    43,532 miles
    Test number
    791180306397
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass43,053 miles (+5,054)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    43,053 miles
    Test number
    747310921297
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass37,999 miles (+5,239)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    37,999 miles
    Test number
    485609934392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,760 miles (+8,892)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    32,760 miles
    Test number
    417778104010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass23,868 miles (+8,659)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    23,868 miles
    Test number
    668593802085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass15,209 miles (+5,061)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    15,209 miles
    Test number
    770244200091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass10,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    10,148 miles
    Test number
    882659218391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 NLV

Does LB56 NLV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 NLV is valid until 12 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 NLV?
The MOT on LB56 NLV is valid until 12 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 NLV done?
LB56 NLV was recorded at 110,993 miles at its MOT on 12 Jun 2026, an average of 5,738 miles a year.
Has LB56 NLV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 NLV has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 NLV 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 NLV find?
LB56 NLV passed its latest MOT on 12 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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