Volkswagen Polo
Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,390 cc
LB56 VHFMOT history
LB56 VHF is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 20 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 93,352 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 24 Nov 2026
- Mileage
- 93,352 mi
- At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
- MOT tests
- 22
- 18 passed · 4 failed
- Per year
- 4,087 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LB56 VHF
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Polo
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,390 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2006
- First used
- 20 Nov 2006
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 25 Nov 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LB56 VHF was last recorded at 93,352 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 1,243 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 92,109 miles · 17 Jul 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1,243 miles
- Average per year
- 4,087 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 93,352 miles
- 2024 – 89,382 miles
- 2023 – 86,868 miles
- 2022 – 82,275 miles
- 2021 – 76,759 miles
- 2020 – 71,737 miles
- 2019 – 68,315 miles
- 2018 – 62,701 miles
- 2017 – 57,671 miles
- 2016 – 54,713 miles
- 2015 – 49,447 miles
- 2014 – 44,626 miles
- 2013 – 39,925 miles
- 2012 – 36,322 miles
- 2011 – 33,792 miles
- 2010 – 30,245 miles
- 2009 – 27,079 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass93,352 miles
No defects or advisories were recorded.
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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025
Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped
Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021
Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023
Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slightly
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020
Full MOT history
22 tests since 7 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass93,352 miles (+1,243)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Nov 2026
- Odometer
- 93,352 miles
- Test number
- 290002541186
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass92,109 miles (+2,727)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Aug 2026
- Odometer
- 92,109 miles
- Test number
- 144758305018
- MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass89,382 miles (+2,514)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Aug 2025
- Odometer
- 89,382 miles
- Test number
- 270725255155
- MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing slightly (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass86,868 miles (+4,593)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Aug 2024
- Odometer
- 86,868 miles
- Test number
- 757359405142
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass82,275 miles (+5,516)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 3 Aug 2023
- Odometer
- 82,275 miles
- Test number
- 472966738626
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive seepage minor (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass76,759 miles
- MOT expiry
- 3 Aug 2022
- Odometer
- 76,759 miles
- Test number
- 494442940851
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail76,759 miles (+5,022)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,759 miles
- Test number
- 470971653150
- DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Wishbone Large Bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and small cracks around tread (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks all around tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear hand brake lever needs adjustment.
Pass71,737 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Aug 2021
- Odometer
- 71,737 miles
- Test number
- 293044658614
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing small cracks all around tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail71,737 miles (+3,422)2 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 71,737 miles
- Test number
- 204104411856
- MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both side ( possible fluid ) (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Large bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing small cracks all around tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Pass68,315 miles (+5,614)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 3 Aug 2020
- Odometer
- 68,315 miles
- Test number
- 437181904557
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass62,701 miles (+5,030)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Aug 2019
- Odometer
- 62,701 miles
- Test number
- 624411477512
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement large bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement large bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass57,671 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Aug 2018
- Odometer
- 57,671 miles
- Test number
- 721218338977
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Fail57,671 miles (+2,958)1 failure2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 57,671 miles
- Test number
- 880453044909
- FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid big leak of washer fluid under N/S/F Bonnet (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Pass54,713 miles (+5,266)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Aug 2017
- Odometer
- 54,713 miles
- Test number
- 763787267430
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass49,447 miles (+4,821)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Aug 2016
- Odometer
- 49,447 miles
- Test number
- 849854805207
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass44,626 miles (+4,701)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Aug 2015
- Odometer
- 44,626 miles
- Test number
- 416156914225
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass39,925 miles
- MOT expiry
- 6 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 39,925 miles
- Test number
- 605494023283
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail39,925 miles (+3,603)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 39,925 miles
- Test number
- 928674923271
- FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Pass36,322 miles (+2,530)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 6 Sept 2013
- Odometer
- 36,322 miles
- Test number
- 219930722267
- NoteAll wheel rims lightly scuffed
- NoteMinor dent intop of wheel arch, o/s front.
Pass33,792 miles (+3,547)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 6 Sept 2012
- Odometer
- 33,792 miles
- Test number
- 539930321207
- NoteBoth front tyres starting to perish and crack
- NoteFront wipers starting to smear
Pass30,245 miles (+3,166)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Sept 2011
- Odometer
- 30,245 miles
- Test number
- 394042020484
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass27,079 miles
- MOT expiry
- 6 Sept 2010
- Odometer
- 27,079 miles
- Test number
- 252520359227
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LB56 VHF
- Does LB56 VHF currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 VHF is valid until 24 Nov 2026.
- When is the MOT due on LB56 VHF?
- The MOT on LB56 VHF is valid until 24 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 VHF done?
- LB56 VHF was recorded at 93,352 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 4,087 miles a year.
- Has LB56 VHF ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LB56 VHF has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2021.
- Has the mileage on LB56 VHF 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 VHF find?
- LB56 VHF passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.
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