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Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,596 cc

LB56 TWVMOT history

LB56 TWV is a grey petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 20 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 103,003 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
103,003 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,978 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 TWV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
20 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 TWV was last recorded at 103,003 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 1,848 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,155 miles · 22 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,848 miles
Average per year
4,978 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,003 miles
  • 2024 – 101,155 miles
  • 2023 – 98,039 miles
  • 2021 – 93,010 miles
  • 2020 – 85,285 miles
  • 2019 – 84,302 miles
  • 2018 – 79,919 miles
  • 2017 – 73,386 miles
  • 2016 – 65,008 miles
  • 2015 – 56,006 miles
  • 2014 – 49,636 miles
  • 2013 – 43,542 miles
  • 2012 – 37,891 miles
  • 2011 – 32,086 miles
  • 2010 – 25,606 miles
  • 2009 – 21,066 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,003 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass103,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    103,003 miles
    Test number
    638948609502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail103,003 miles (+1,848)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,003 miles
    Test number
    461048964530
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass101,155 miles (+3,116)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    101,155 miles
    Test number
    635644029964
    • 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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass98,039 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    98,039 miles
    Test number
    862686593010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail98,039 miles (+5,029)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,039 miles
    Test number
    689638207847
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass93,010 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    93,010 miles
    Test number
    742331065959
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  7. Fail93,010 miles (+2,178)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,010 miles
    Test number
    521141371766
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  8. Pass90,832 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    90,832 miles
    Test number
    992762724389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail90,820 miles (+5,535)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,820 miles
    Test number
    959971026451
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  10. Pass85,285 miles (+983)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    85,285 miles
    Test number
    305388837364
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/S AND O/S (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass84,302 miles (+4,383)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    84,302 miles
    Test number
    662197241457
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass79,919 miles (+6,533)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    79,919 miles
    Test number
    460913045640
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass73,386 miles (+8,378)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    73,386 miles
    Test number
    389753476194
    • AdvisoryEngine manager light on dash
    • AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear tyres worn inner edges
    • AdvisoryN/s front tyre worn outer edge
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads getting low

  14. Pass65,008 miles (+9,002)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    65,008 miles
    Test number
    508792218288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,006 miles (+6,370)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    56,006 miles
    Test number
    486678358007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,636 miles (+6,094)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    49,636 miles
    Test number
    775342904337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,542 miles (+90)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    43,542 miles
    Test number
    985876793224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres sidewalls perished
    • NoteExhaust backbox support weld cracked

  18. Fail43,452 miles (+5,561)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,452 miles
    Test number
    519238483281
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres sidewalls perished
    • NoteExhaust backbox support weld cracked

  19. Pass37,891 miles (+5,805)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    37,891 miles
    Test number
    157416882202
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass32,086 miles (+6,480)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    32,086 miles
    Test number
    716576981244
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking in side walls

  21. Pass25,606 miles (+4,540)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    25,606 miles
    Test number
    361920980213
    • 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. Pass21,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    21,066 miles
    Test number
    104132089222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 TWV

Does LB56 TWV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 TWV is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 TWV?
The MOT on LB56 TWV is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 TWV done?
LB56 TWV was recorded at 103,003 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 4,978 miles a year.
Has LB56 TWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 TWV has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 TWV 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 TWV find?
LB56 TWV passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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