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Beige · Petrol · 2006 · 1,398 cc

LB56 OUUMOT history

LB56 OUU is a beige petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 30 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 30 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 51,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 May 2027
Mileage
51,640 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,909 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 OUU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 OUU was last recorded at 51,640 miles on 18 May 2026, 3,262 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,378 miles · 9 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,262 miles
Average per year
2,909 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,640 miles
  • 2025 – 48,378 miles
  • 2024 – 36,987 miles
  • 2023 – 29,172 miles
  • 2021 – 25,867 miles
  • 2020 – 19,720 miles
  • 2019 – 12,269 miles
  • 2018 – 9,907 miles
  • 2017 – 9,028 miles
  • 2016 – 8,712 miles
  • 2015 – 7,601 miles
  • 2014 – 6,713 miles
  • 2013 – 5,894 miles
  • 2012 – 5,389 miles
  • 2011 – 4,765 miles
  • 2010 – 4,323 miles
  • 2009 – 3,586 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,640 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Central Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 9 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,640 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2027
    Odometer
    51,640 miles
    Test number
    133283387909
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail51,640 miles (+3,262)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,640 miles
    Test number
    315744479077
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass48,378 miles (+11,391)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    48,378 miles
    Test number
    477131734931
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner faces pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass36,987 miles (+7,815)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    36,987 miles
    Test number
    443720355582
    • AdvisoryExhaust system rusty/corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front and rear. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass29,172 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    29,172 miles
    Test number
    264881049060
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail29,172 miles (+3,305)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,172 miles
    Test number
    656489854919
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass25,867 miles (+6,147)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    25,867 miles
    Test number
    247439067642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass19,720 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    19,720 miles
    Test number
    484433706458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail19,720 miles (+7,451)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,720 miles
    Test number
    533463549417
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass12,269 miles (+2,362)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    12,269 miles
    Test number
    735145157097
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener

  11. Pass9,907 miles (+879)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    9,907 miles
    Test number
    806804794828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass9,028 miles (+316)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    9,028 miles
    Test number
    492754637311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass8,712 miles (+1,111)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    8,712 miles
    Test number
    571460302615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass7,601 miles (+888)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    7,601 miles
    Test number
    112823533833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass6,713 miles (+819)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    6,713 miles
    Test number
    439050734391
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass5,894 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    5,894 miles
    Test number
    238612223302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail5,890 miles (+501)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,890 miles
    Test number
    469347213393
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

  18. Pass5,389 miles (+624)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    5,389 miles
    Test number
    386621622327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass4,765 miles (+442)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    4,765 miles
    Test number
    568305621336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass4,323 miles (+737)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    4,323 miles
    Test number
    284443020360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass3,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    3,586 miles
    Test number
    421623819486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 OUU

Does LB56 OUU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 OUU is valid until 30 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 OUU?
The MOT on LB56 OUU is valid until 30 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 OUU done?
LB56 OUU was recorded at 51,640 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 2,909 miles a year.
Has LB56 OUU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 OUU has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 OUU 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 OUU find?
LB56 OUU passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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