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Beige · Petrol · 2006 · 1,984 cc

LB56 OVFMOT history

LB56 OVF is a beige petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 4 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 2 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 27,356 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Nov 2026
Mileage
27,356 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2025
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,162 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 OVF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
4 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 OVF was last recorded at 27,356 miles on 3 Nov 2025, 160 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
27,196 miles · 24 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
160 miles
Average per year
1,162 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 27,356 miles
  • 2023 – 27,196 miles
  • 2022 – 26,891 miles
  • 2020 – 26,485 miles
  • 2019 – 25,362 miles
  • 2018 – 24,136 miles
  • 2017 – 23,134 miles
  • 2016 – 21,725 miles
  • 2015 – 20,030 miles
  • 2014 – 18,203 miles
  • 2013 – 16,424 miles
  • 2012 – 14,110 miles
  • 2011 – 11,672 miles
  • 2010 – 9,396 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass27,356 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 21 May 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass27,356 miles (+160)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    27,356 miles
    Test number
    602367816339
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass27,196 miles (+305)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    27,196 miles
    Test number
    176571422661
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass26,891 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    26,891 miles
    Test number
    531588963495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail26,891 miles (+406)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,891 miles
    Test number
    618969384828
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  5. Pass26,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    26,485 miles
    Test number
    614835961348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail26,485 miles (+1,123)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,485 miles
    Test number
    134147332853
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass25,362 miles (+1,226)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    25,362 miles
    Test number
    325042236740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass24,136 miles (+1,002)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    24,136 miles
    Test number
    204893400132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass23,134 miles (+1,409)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    23,134 miles
    Test number
    895537427635
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  10. Pass21,725 miles (+1,695)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    21,725 miles
    Test number
    236418503851
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% (3.7.B.5b)

  11. Pass20,030 miles (+1,827)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    20,030 miles
    Test number
    625571845184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass18,203 miles (+1,779)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    18,203 miles
    Test number
    958423844131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass16,424 miles (+2,314)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    16,424 miles
    Test number
    978055733155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass14,110 miles (+2,438)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    14,110 miles
    Test number
    335825042161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass11,672 miles (+2,276)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    11,672 miles
    Test number
    545697731120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass9,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    9,396 miles
    Test number
    303181040147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 OVF

Does LB56 OVF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 OVF is valid until 2 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB56 OVF?
The MOT on LB56 OVF is valid until 2 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 OVF done?
LB56 OVF was recorded at 27,356 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2025, an average of 1,162 miles a year.
Has LB56 OVF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 OVF has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LB56 OVF 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 OVF find?
LB56 OVF passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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