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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,198 cc

LB56 XYPMOT history

LB56 XYP is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 18 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 96,826 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
96,826 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,261 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 XYP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
18 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 XYP was last recorded at 96,826 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,824 miles · 22 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,261 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,826 miles
  • 2025 – 95,431 miles
  • 2024 – 93,764 miles
  • 2023 – 92,609 miles
  • 2022 – 91,180 miles
  • 2021 – 89,283 miles
  • 2020 – 87,574 miles
  • 2019 – 86,333 miles
  • 2018 – 84,532 miles
  • 2017 – 78,718 miles
  • 2016 – 69,750 miles
  • 2015 – 52,363 miles
  • 2014 – 41,105 miles
  • 2013 – 29,955 miles
  • 2011 – 22,373 miles
  • 2010 – 14,750 miles
  • 2009 – 8,090 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,826 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 brake discs worn

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,826 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    96,826 miles
    Test number
    507166622719
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail96,824 miles (+1,393)2 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,824 miles
    Test number
    811352806282
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass95,431 miles (+1,667)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    95,431 miles
    Test number
    890345360994
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass93,764 miles (+1,155)4 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    93,764 miles
    Test number
    311657329397
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass92,609 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    92,609 miles
    Test number
    137327321106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail92,608 miles (+1,428)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,608 miles
    Test number
    577084130881
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective exhaust corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn out of shape (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn out shape (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass91,180 miles (+1,897)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    91,180 miles
    Test number
    848963096133
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass89,283 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    89,283 miles
    Test number
    974464826738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail89,283 miles (+1,709)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,283 miles
    Test number
    743496032725
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + very badly worn inner. advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass87,574 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    87,574 miles
    Test number
    100124793418
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryFront tyre wearing inner

  11. Fail87,574 miles (+1,241)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,574 miles
    Test number
    891255718044
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryFront tyre wearing inner
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake sticking

  12. Pass86,333 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    86,333 miles
    Test number
    660361765695
    • AdvisoryBrake servo hose split. advise replacement
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing inner
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever high. advise adjustment
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake sticking slightly

  13. Fail86,333 miles (+1,801)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,333 miles
    Test number
    210704861818
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo hose split. advise replacement
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing inner
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever high. advise adjustment
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake sticking slightly

  14. Pass84,532 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    84,532 miles
    Test number
    286822606152
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing inner
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake sticking

  15. Fail84,523 miles (+5,805)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,523 miles
    Test number
    749555109652
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing inner
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake sticking

  16. Pass78,718 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    78,718 miles
    Test number
    171370670794
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail78,718 miles (+8,968)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,718 miles
    Test number
    396709982160
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear wheel slightly tight to turn

  18. Pass69,750 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    69,750 miles
    Test number
    619633370059
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  19. Fail69,748 miles (+17,385)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,748 miles
    Test number
    429873215274
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass52,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    52,363 miles
    Test number
    167768664461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail52,360 miles (+11,255)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,360 miles
    Test number
    575336238536
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Pass41,105 miles (+11,150)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    41,105 miles
    Test number
    447847344261
    • NoteN/s rear tyre perrished

  23. Fail29,955 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,955 miles
    Test number
    486455933001
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  24. Pass29,955 miles (+7,582)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    29,955 miles
    Test number
    545485333031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass22,373 miles (+7,623)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    22,373 miles
    Test number
    257940031344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass14,750 miles (+6,660)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    14,750 miles
    Test number
    701743830339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass8,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    8,090 miles
    Test number
    103005419351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 XYP

Does LB56 XYP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 XYP is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 XYP?
The MOT on LB56 XYP is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 XYP done?
LB56 XYP was recorded at 96,826 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 5,261 miles a year.
Has LB56 XYP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 XYP has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 XYP 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 XYP find?
LB56 XYP passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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