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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,800 cc

LD56 BTFMOT history

LD56 BTF is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 8 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 43,914 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

LD56 BTF black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jun 2027
Mileage
43,914 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,163 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 BTF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,800 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
8 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 BTF was last recorded at 43,914 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 2,468 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
41,446 miles · 12 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,468 miles
Average per year
2,163 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,914 miles
  • 2025 – 41,446 miles
  • 2024 – 36,357 miles
  • 2023 – 32,021 miles
  • 2021 – 25,651 miles
  • 2020 – 25,543 miles
  • 2019 – 24,741 miles
  • 2018 – 23,134 miles
  • 2017 – 21,482 miles
  • 2016 – 19,660 miles
  • 2015 – 17,521 miles
  • 2014 – 16,073 miles
  • 2013 – 14,766 miles
  • 2012 – 13,051 miles
  • 2011 – 11,087 miles
  • 2010 – 9,141 miles
  • 2009 – 7,598 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,914 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass43,914 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    43,914 miles
    Test number
    477327964999
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail43,914 miles (+2,468)2 dangerous1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,914 miles
    Test number
    687185829389
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm + perished/splitting (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall split where perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass41,446 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    41,446 miles
    Test number
    822776932383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail41,446 miles (+5,089)2 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,446 miles
    Test number
    854549876820
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/45/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass36,357 miles (+4,336)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    36,357 miles
    Test number
    703618505287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass32,021 miles (+6,370)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    32,021 miles
    Test number
    728429929969
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass25,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    25,651 miles
    Test number
    932603136364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail25,651 miles (+108)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,651 miles
    Test number
    779534413940
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

  9. Pass25,543 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    25,543 miles
    Test number
    245195848385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail25,543 miles (+802)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,543 miles
    Test number
    784256569697
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  11. Pass24,741 miles (+1,607)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    24,741 miles
    Test number
    740852799951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass23,134 miles (+1,652)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    23,134 miles
    Test number
    253525553966
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass21,482 miles (+1,822)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    21,482 miles
    Test number
    949647973297
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp aims poor( lenses faded)

  14. Pass19,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    19,660 miles
    Test number
    993361799345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail19,660 miles (+2,139)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,660 miles
    Test number
    103817285278
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass17,521 miles (+1,448)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    17,521 miles
    Test number
    881728730242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass16,073 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    16,073 miles
    Test number
    969916554255
    • NoteRear wiper blade smearing

  18. Fail16,073 miles (+1,307)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,073 miles
    Test number
    677166754203
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteRear wiper blade smearing

  19. Pass14,766 miles (+1,715)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    14,766 miles
    Test number
    757626543270
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NotePerish cracks in tread of both rear tyres

  20. Pass13,051 miles (+1,964)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    13,051 miles
    Test number
    605745452273
    • NotePerish cracks to tread area of offside rear tyre

  21. Pass11,087 miles (+1,946)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    11,087 miles
    Test number
    168777151249
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront tyres are starting to crack in the tread area replacment recomended 205 45/16 93 w mfs with rim protectors

  22. Fail9,141 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,141 miles
    Test number
    701252050200
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges

  23. Pass9,141 miles (+1,543)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    9,141 miles
    Test number
    903772750219
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges

  24. Pass7,598 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    7,598 miles
    Test number
    493906149209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD56 BTF

Does LD56 BTF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD56 BTF is valid until 17 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD56 BTF?
The MOT on LD56 BTF is valid until 17 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD56 BTF done?
LD56 BTF was recorded at 43,914 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 2,163 miles a year.
Has LD56 BTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 BTF has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LD56 BTF 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 LD56 BTF find?
LD56 BTF passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded, and 1 more.

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