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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,400 cc

LB56 UVUMOT history

LB56 UVU is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 16 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 52,965 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
52,965 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,014 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 UVU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
16 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 UVU was last recorded at 52,965 miles on 1 May 2026, 44 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,921 miles · 30 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
44 miles
Average per year
3,014 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,965 miles
  • 2025 – 50,555 miles
  • 2024 – 46,180 miles
  • 2023 – 38,705 miles
  • 2022 – 33,707 miles
  • 2021 – 29,444 miles
  • 2020 – 26,478 miles
  • 2019 – 23,392 miles
  • 2018 – 21,541 miles
  • 2017 – 19,476 miles
  • 2016 – 16,940 miles
  • 2015 – 14,050 miles
  • 2014 – 10,724 miles
  • 2013 – 7,813 miles
  • 2012 – 7,382 miles
  • 2011 – 6,255 miles
  • 2010 – 4,775 miles
  • 2009 – 3,141 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,965 miles

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.

  • Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light mirror repeater lens

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 24%

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 19 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,965 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    52,965 miles
    Test number
    128855638929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail52,921 miles (+2,366)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,921 miles
    Test number
    748286025435
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass50,555 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    50,555 miles
    Test number
    265763544934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail50,540 miles (+4,360)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,540 miles
    Test number
    995313534758
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass46,180 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    46,180 miles
    Test number
    911018800228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail46,179 miles (+7,474)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,179 miles
    Test number
    938046116859
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass38,705 miles (+4,998)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    38,705 miles
    Test number
    472487909310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass33,707 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    33,707 miles
    Test number
    521924465039
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail33,706 miles (+4,262)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,706 miles
    Test number
    477982457229
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass29,444 miles (+13)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    29,444 miles
    Test number
    799986705242
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light mirror repeater lens (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements intermittent fault brake switch (4.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 24% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil level low.half a litre added to test.
    • AdvisoryOil warning lamp intermittently coming on

  11. Fail29,431 miles (+2,953)1 dangerous2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,431 miles
    Test number
    532055720717
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed Tyre worn to cords inner edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light mirror repeater lens (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements intermittent fault brake switch (4.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 24% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear sidewalls perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil level low.half a litre added to test.
    • AdvisoryOil warning lamp intermittently coming on

  12. Pass26,478 miles (+50)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    26,478 miles
    Test number
    330859548180
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail26,428 miles (+3,036)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,428 miles
    Test number
    884095105662
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass23,392 miles (+1,851)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    23,392 miles
    Test number
    874892246073
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass21,541 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    21,541 miles
    Test number
    851185644738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail21,541 miles (+2,065)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,541 miles
    Test number
    862217776987
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass19,476 miles (+2,536)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    19,476 miles
    Test number
    522546635912
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass16,940 miles (+2,890)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    16,940 miles
    Test number
    425962066453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass14,050 miles (+3,326)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    14,050 miles
    Test number
    886923565051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass10,724 miles (+2,911)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    10,724 miles
    Test number
    179331674076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass7,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    7,813 miles
    Test number
    699142873038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail7,813 miles (+431)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,813 miles
    Test number
    717092073031
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass7,382 miles (+1,127)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    7,382 miles
    Test number
    708803912240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass6,255 miles (+1,480)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    6,255 miles
    Test number
    415135851229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass4,775 miles (+1,634)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    4,775 miles
    Test number
    322710060203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass3,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    3,141 miles
    Test number
    632852399249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 UVU

Does LB56 UVU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 UVU is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 UVU?
The MOT on LB56 UVU is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 UVU done?
LB56 UVU was recorded at 52,965 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 3,014 miles a year.
Has LB56 UVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 UVU has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 UVU 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 UVU find?
LB56 UVU passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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