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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,390 cc

LB56 VHOMOT history

LB56 VHO is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 28 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 10 Jun 2025 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 172,787 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jun 2025
Mileage
172,787 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2024
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,390 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 VHO
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
28 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 VHO was last recorded at 172,787 miles on 11 Jun 2024, 10,022 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,765 miles · 26 May 2023
Between the last two tests
10,022 miles
Average per year
8,390 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 172,787 miles
  • 2023 – 162,765 miles
  • 2022 – 149,769 miles
  • 2021 – 140,349 miles
  • 2020 – 132,781 miles
  • 2019 – 124,615 miles
  • 2018 – 113,681 miles
  • 2017 – 103,811 miles
  • 2016 – 103,567 miles
  • 2015 – 98,188 miles
  • 2014 – 90,641 miles
  • 2013 – 81,090 miles
  • 2012 – 77,050 miles
  • 2011 – 70,955 miles
  • 2010 – 63,821 miles
  • 2009 – 50,951 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,787 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.

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front tyres worn inside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,787 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    172,787 miles
    Test number
    355706920766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail172,773 miles (+10,008)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,773 miles
    Test number
    863977454614
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury lamp unit (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryMiddle exhaust clamp corroded

  3. Pass162,765 miles (+12,996)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    162,765 miles
    Test number
    863869272742
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass149,769 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    149,769 miles
    Test number
    395982849579
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNear side rear lamp unit damaged
    • AdvisoryRear wiper arm loose

  5. Fail149,764 miles (+9,415)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,764 miles
    Test number
    917636473255
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNear side rear lamp unit damaged
    • AdvisoryRear wiper arm loose

  6. Pass140,349 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    140,349 miles
    Test number
    743079294485
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail140,347 miles (+7,566)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,347 miles
    Test number
    781061052347
    • 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 not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass132,781 miles (+8,166)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    132,781 miles
    Test number
    981361204741
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass124,615 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    124,615 miles
    Test number
    451231116464
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn inside edge

  10. Fail124,602 miles (+10,921)1 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,602 miles
    Test number
    732856137949
    • DangerousOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working in door mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn inside edge

  11. Pass113,681 miles (+9,870)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    113,681 miles
    Test number
    901980224054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass103,811 miles (+244)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    103,811 miles
    Test number
    687698146135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass103,567 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    103,567 miles
    Test number
    578561298991
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge of tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring testable components

  14. Fail103,561 miles (+5,373)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,561 miles
    Test number
    397836911243
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm on inner edge of tread (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureStop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating high level (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge of tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring testable components

  15. Pass98,188 miles (+7,547)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    98,188 miles
    Test number
    796127679383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass90,641 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    90,641 miles
    Test number
    766445724353
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteSome brake bind to near side rear wheel. Further investigation advised
    • NoteSome sections of centre rear stop lamp not working

  17. Fail90,641 miles (+9,551)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,641 miles
    Test number
    695035024370
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteSome brake bind to near side rear wheel. Further investigation advised
    • NoteSome sections of centre rear stop lamp not working

  18. Pass81,090 miles (+4,040)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    81,090 miles
    Test number
    966809523352
    • NoteNear side front tyre starting to get down.

  19. Pass77,050 miles (+6,095)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    77,050 miles
    Test number
    316063962305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass70,955 miles (+7,134)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    70,955 miles
    Test number
    555015691281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass63,821 miles (+12,870)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    63,821 miles
    Test number
    381093590493
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass50,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    50,951 miles
    Test number
    143147939300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 VHO

Does LB56 VHO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 VHO expired on 10 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 VHO?
The MOT on LB56 VHO expired on 10 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 VHO done?
LB56 VHO was recorded at 172,787 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2024, an average of 8,390 miles a year.
Has LB56 VHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 VHO has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LB56 VHO 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 VHO find?
LB56 VHO passed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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