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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,390 cc

LB56 YBFMOT history

LB56 YBF is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 5 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 13 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 95,653 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Feb 2027
Mileage
95,653 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,046 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 YBF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
5 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 YBF was last recorded at 95,653 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 4,741 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Dec 2019: 51,546 miles, lower than 73,837 miles on 29 Nov 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,912 miles · 14 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,741 miles
Average per year
5,046 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,653 miles
  • 2025 – 90,912 miles
  • 2024 – 84,200 miles
  • 2023 – 79,604 miles
  • 2022 – 79,171 miles
  • 2020 – 77,849 miles
  • 2019 – 76,483 miles
  • 2018 – 73,837 miles
  • 2017 – 66,512 miles
  • 2016 – 59,124 miles
  • 2015 – 47,791 miles
  • 2014 – 40,266 miles
  • 2012 – 31,030 miles
  • 2011 – 19,653 miles
  • 2010 – 14,776 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,653 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.

  • Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,653 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    95,653 miles
    Test number
    950415321721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail95,653 miles (+4,741)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,653 miles
    Test number
    935595637035
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

  3. Pass90,912 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    90,912 miles
    Test number
    655263191307
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail90,912 miles (+6,712)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,912 miles
    Test number
    280826316505
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass84,200 miles (+4,596)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    84,200 miles
    Test number
    309134489568
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass79,604 miles (+433)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    79,604 miles
    Test number
    122967210648
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases plus corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  7. Pass79,171 miles (+1,322)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    79,171 miles
    Test number
    877901176006
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass77,849 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    77,849 miles
    Test number
    431723739625
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate lamp intensity reduced

  9. Fail77,849 miles (+1,366)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,849 miles
    Test number
    688682949709
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate lamp intensity reduced

  10. Pass76,483 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    76,483 miles
    Test number
    969437772631
    • AdvisoryFront flexi exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail51,546 miles (-22,291)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,546 miles
    Test number
    704188077813
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (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))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront flexi exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass73,837 miles (+7,325)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    73,837 miles
    Test number
    989972004220
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated not likely to become loose at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass66,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    66,512 miles
    Test number
    166021028323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail66,512 miles (+7,388)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,512 miles
    Test number
    709337054215
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass59,124 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    59,124 miles
    Test number
    559297843280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail59,124 miles (+5,100)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,124 miles
    Test number
    350757740604
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass54,024 miles (+6,233)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    54,024 miles
    Test number
    449587772166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,791 miles (+7,525)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    47,791 miles
    Test number
    336372915001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,266 miles (+9,236)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    40,266 miles
    Test number
    147538004002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,030 miles (+5,072)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    31,030 miles
    Test number
    317145652321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,958 miles (+6,305)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    25,958 miles
    Test number
    568943712032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  22. Pass19,653 miles (+4,877)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    19,653 miles
    Test number
    278717911038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail14,776 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,776 miles
    Test number
    121300820023
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass14,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    14,776 miles
    Test number
    291200720085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 YBF

Does LB56 YBF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 YBF is valid until 13 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 YBF?
The MOT on LB56 YBF is valid until 13 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 YBF done?
LB56 YBF was recorded at 95,653 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 5,046 miles a year.
Has LB56 YBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 YBF has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 YBF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Dec 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB56 YBF find?
LB56 YBF passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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