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Vauxhall Meriva

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,364 cc

LB56 XSOMOT history

LB56 XSO is a silver petrol Vauxhall Meriva first used on 22 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 159,085 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
159,085 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,865 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 XSO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Meriva
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,364 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
22 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 XSO was last recorded at 159,085 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 756 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,329 miles · 15 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
756 miles
Average per year
7,865 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,085 miles
  • 2025 – 158,329 miles
  • 2024 – 151,528 miles
  • 2023 – 145,949 miles
  • 2022 – 140,116 miles
  • 2021 – 131,338 miles
  • 2020 – 123,303 miles
  • 2019 – 116,820 miles
  • 2018 – 107,995 miles
  • 2017 – 99,896 miles
  • 2016 – 94,592 miles
  • 2015 – 87,680 miles
  • 2014 – 80,710 miles
  • 2013 – 72,229 miles
  • 2012 – 63,112 miles
  • 2011 – 52,836 miles
  • 2010 – 43,479 miles
  • 2009 – 32,746 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,085 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp lens damaged not adversely affecting light output
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer door handle sticking open but door can be latched securelyRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,085 miles (+756)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    159,085 miles
    Test number
    933789657775
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp lens damaged not adversely affecting light output
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer door handle sticking open but door can be latched securely

  2. Fail158,329 miles (+6,710)3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,329 miles
    Test number
    710864020518
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to excessive exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer door handle sticking open but door can be latched securely
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective silencer has temporary fixings (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass151,619 miles (+91)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    151,619 miles
    Test number
    241164465616
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail151,528 miles (+5,579)2 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,528 miles
    Test number
    302634253130
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to legal limit/and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective rear silencer, 1 x mounting missing and 1 x mounting perished (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass145,949 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    145,949 miles
    Test number
    692970140189
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  6. Fail145,949 miles (+5,833)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,949 miles
    Test number
    531448218811
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass140,116 miles (+8,778)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    140,116 miles
    Test number
    728854047959
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass131,338 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    131,338 miles
    Test number
    293372700292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner and outer cv boots slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear reflector slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail131,338 miles (+8,035)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,338 miles
    Test number
    246998732897
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside front inner and outer cv boots slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear reflector slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded and worn

  10. Pass123,303 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    123,303 miles
    Test number
    168343459759
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  11. Fail123,303 miles (+6,483)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,303 miles
    Test number
    856042050453
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  12. Pass116,820 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    116,820 miles
    Test number
    236093874981
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on the edges of the tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear lamp slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Fail116,819 miles (+8,824)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,819 miles
    Test number
    720864546699
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on the edges of the tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear lamp slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass107,995 miles (+8,099)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    107,995 miles
    Test number
    268679550307
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  15. Pass99,896 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    99,896 miles
    Test number
    470956148981
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail99,896 miles (+5,304)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,896 miles
    Test number
    358931030181
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass94,592 miles (+6,912)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    94,592 miles
    Test number
    613774719638
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished and cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge of tread

  18. Pass87,680 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    87,680 miles
    Test number
    574265643244
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded in places
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre slightly perished on sidewalls
    • AdvisoryOffside front seat belt slightly frayed
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre stepped on inner edge of tread
    • AdvisorySlight wear in offside inner rack joint

  19. Fail87,680 miles (+6,970)3 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,680 miles
    Test number
    651044072483
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded rear part of offside front too rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded in places
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre slightly perished on sidewalls
    • AdvisoryOffside front seat belt slightly frayed
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre stepped on inner edge of tread
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs slightly corroded and worn
    • AdvisorySlight wear in offside inner rack joint

  20. Pass80,710 miles (+8,481)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    80,710 miles
    Test number
    327371954342
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges of tread.

  21. Pass72,229 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    72,229 miles
    Test number
    415136833404
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront brake discs slighty worn
    • NoteN/s/r inner wing cover damaged
    • NoteN/s/r lamp lens cracked
    • NoteSlight body damage to o/s/r

  22. Fail72,228 miles (+9,116)4 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,228 miles
    Test number
    447396233324
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs slighty worn
    • NoteN/s/r inner wing cover damaged
    • NoteN/s/r lamp lens cracked
    • NoteSlight body damage to o/s/r

  23. Pass63,112 miles (+44)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    63,112 miles
    Test number
    346608242308
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s/r light lens cracked

  24. Fail63,068 miles (+10,232)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,068 miles
    Test number
    118406742393
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteN/s/r light lens cracked
    • NoteO/s/f tyre below 1.6mm on inner edge of tread
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn to 1.6mm on inner edge of tread

  25. Pass52,836 miles (+9,357)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    52,836 miles
    Test number
    566098741310
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s/f & o/s/f tyres worn to 1,6mm on inner edges of tread
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perished & cracked
    • NoteTwo nails in n/s/r tyre

  26. Pass43,479 miles (+10,733)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    43,479 miles
    Test number
    582940750301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass32,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    32,746 miles
    Test number
    870911259332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 XSO

Does LB56 XSO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 XSO is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 XSO?
The MOT on LB56 XSO is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 XSO done?
LB56 XSO was recorded at 159,085 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 7,865 miles a year.
Has LB56 XSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 XSO has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 XSO 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 XSO find?
LB56 XSO passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; nearside rear lamp lens damaged not adversely affecting light output, and 4 more.

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