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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,400 cc

LB56 XERMOT history

LB56 XER is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 29 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 83,681 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
83,681 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,632 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 XER
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
29 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 XER was last recorded at 83,681 miles on 28 May 2026, 2,091 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
81,590 miles · 12 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,091 miles
Average per year
3,632 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,681 miles
  • 2025 – 81,590 miles
  • 2024 – 79,899 miles
  • 2023 – 79,419 miles
  • 2022 – 77,367 miles
  • 2020 – 74,993 miles
  • 2019 – 69,510 miles
  • 2018 – 64,984 miles
  • 2017 – 61,739 miles
  • 2016 – 59,986 miles
  • 2015 – 57,740 miles
  • 2014 – 53,462 miles
  • 2013 – 50,122 miles
  • 2012 – 44,203 miles
  • 2011 – 37,492 miles
  • 2010 – 30,748 miles
  • 2009 – 23,762 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,681 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator light intensity slightly reduced
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 27 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,681 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    83,681 miles
    Test number
    475260564120
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator light intensity slightly reduced
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail83,681 miles (+2,091)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,681 miles
    Test number
    235069279537
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator light intensity slightly reduced
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass81,590 miles (+1,691)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    81,590 miles
    Test number
    553895342987
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass79,899 miles (+480)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    79,899 miles
    Test number
    304804700215
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass79,419 miles (+2,052)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    79,419 miles
    Test number
    657869632473
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass77,367 miles (+2,374)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    77,367 miles
    Test number
    260910825287
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass74,993 miles (+5,483)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    74,993 miles
    Test number
    802607440027
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass69,510 miles (+4,526)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    69,510 miles
    Test number
    716785243656
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass64,984 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    64,984 miles
    Test number
    609802630266
    • AdvisoryH/B lever travel long

  10. Fail64,983 miles (+3,244)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,983 miles
    Test number
    349940645259
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released when side lamp is on. (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

  11. Pass61,739 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    61,739 miles
    Test number
    780632945437
    • AdvisoryOffside rear Tyre starting perishing

  12. Fail61,739 miles (+1,753)1 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,739 miles
    Test number
    361643977280
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear Tyre starting perishing

  13. Pass59,986 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    59,986 miles
    Test number
    808170653129
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Fail59,986 miles (+2,246)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,986 miles
    Test number
    418583651922
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass57,740 miles (+4,278)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    57,740 miles
    Test number
    671924190872
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  16. Pass53,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    53,462 miles
    Test number
    606063924303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail53,462 miles (+3,340)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,462 miles
    Test number
    486053324382
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass50,122 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    50,122 miles
    Test number
    665970833353
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  19. Fail50,122 miles (+5,919)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,122 miles
    Test number
    819930533382
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  20. Pass44,203 miles (+6,711)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    44,203 miles
    Test number
    937315922384
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  21. Pass37,492 miles (+6,744)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    37,492 miles
    Test number
    768866921380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,748 miles (+6,986)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    30,748 miles
    Test number
    634377620303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    23,762 miles
    Test number
    600891239309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 XER

Does LB56 XER currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 XER is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 XER?
The MOT on LB56 XER is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 XER done?
LB56 XER was recorded at 83,681 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 3,632 miles a year.
Has LB56 XER ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 XER has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 XER 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 XER find?
LB56 XER passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear direction indicator light intensity slightly reduced; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 1 more.

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