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Volkswagen FOX

Yellow · Petrol · 2006 · 1,198 cc

LB56 ZWSMOT history

LB56 ZWS is a yellow petrol Volkswagen FOX first used on 4 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 31 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 82,897 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Oct 2026
Mileage
82,897 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2023
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,378 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 ZWS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
FOX
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
4 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 ZWS was last recorded at 82,897 miles on 17 Oct 2023, 474 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,423 miles · 6 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
474 miles
Average per year
5,378 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 82,897 miles
  • 2022 – 82,423 miles
  • 2021 – 81,357 miles
  • 2020 – 80,973 miles
  • 2019 – 80,402 miles
  • 2018 – 78,737 miles
  • 2017 – 77,487 miles
  • 2016 – 64,802 miles
  • 2015 – 51,576 miles
  • 2014 – 40,030 miles
  • 2013 – 27,030 miles
  • 2012 – 18,942 miles
  • 2011 – 16,295 miles
  • 2010 – 11,081 miles
  • 2009 – 8,304 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    281152594854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    288041373781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass82,897 miles (+474)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    82,897 miles
    Test number
    637294251133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass82,423 miles (+1,066)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    82,423 miles
    Test number
    452009513106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass81,357 miles (+384)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    81,357 miles
    Test number
    691005685123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass80,973 miles (+571)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    80,973 miles
    Test number
    146714381975
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass80,402 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    80,402 miles
    Test number
    903497007782
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail80,401 miles (+1,664)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,401 miles
    Test number
    132585032816
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 97% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass78,737 miles (+1,250)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    78,737 miles
    Test number
    220631832090
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre bracket (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass77,487 miles (+12,685)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    77,487 miles
    Test number
    550328816813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,802 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    64,802 miles
    Test number
    283514419832
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drivers door check strap broken

  12. Fail64,802 miles (+13,226)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,802 miles
    Test number
    488819290184
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drivers door check strap broken

  13. Pass51,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    51,576 miles
    Test number
    775196543711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail51,574 miles (+11,544)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,574 miles
    Test number
    428830494440
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass40,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    40,030 miles
    Test number
    748927454303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail40,030 miles (+13,000)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,030 miles
    Test number
    229867554321
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass27,030 miles (+8,088)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    27,030 miles
    Test number
    358722153349
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass18,942 miles (+2,647)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    18,942 miles
    Test number
    487536332302
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass16,295 miles (+5,214)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    16,295 miles
    Test number
    175037131336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass11,081 miles (+2,777)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    11,081 miles
    Test number
    762918530324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass8,304 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    8,304 miles
    Test number
    922117239330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 ZWS

Does LB56 ZWS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 ZWS is valid until 31 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB56 ZWS?
The MOT on LB56 ZWS is valid until 31 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 ZWS done?
LB56 ZWS was recorded at 82,897 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2023, an average of 5,378 miles a year.
Has LB56 ZWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 ZWS has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on LB56 ZWS 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 ZWS find?
LB56 ZWS passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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