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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,596 cc

LD56 FBXMOT history

LD56 FBX is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 29 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 42,725 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
42,725 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,343 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 FBX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
29 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 FBX was last recorded at 42,725 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 4,152 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
38,573 miles · 17 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,152 miles
Average per year
2,343 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 42,725 miles
  • 2025 – 38,573 miles
  • 2023 – 35,728 miles
  • 2022 – 31,028 miles
  • 2021 – 25,931 miles
  • 2020 – 23,445 miles
  • 2019 – 22,071 miles
  • 2018 – 14,431 miles
  • 2017 – 11,695 miles
  • 2016 – 10,551 miles
  • 2015 – 9,432 miles
  • 2014 – 9,079 miles
  • 2013 – 8,417 miles
  • 2012 – 7,502 miles
  • 2011 – 6,971 miles
  • 2010 – 5,749 miles
  • 2009 – 4,359 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,725 miles
  • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken but still supported

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 28 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass42,725 miles (+4,152)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    42,725 miles
    Test number
    173096198631
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken but still supported

  2. Pass38,573 miles (+2,845)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    38,573 miles
    Test number
    736464409021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass35,728 miles (+4,700)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    35,728 miles
    Test number
    388548716521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass31,028 miles (+5,097)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    31,028 miles
    Test number
    550394645775
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass25,931 miles (+2,486)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    25,931 miles
    Test number
    590755875243
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass23,445 miles (+1,374)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    23,445 miles
    Test number
    710645930214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass22,071 miles (+7,640)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    22,071 miles
    Test number
    591832641834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass14,431 miles (+2,736)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    14,431 miles
    Test number
    592391889776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass11,695 miles (+1,144)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    11,695 miles
    Test number
    333808087170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass10,551 miles (+1,119)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    10,551 miles
    Test number
    758929932341
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass9,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    9,432 miles
    Test number
    328747398294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail9,432 miles (+353)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,432 miles
    Test number
    717837624832
    • FailureNearside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to perish, slight cracking to outer walls

  13. Pass9,079 miles (+662)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    9,079 miles
    Test number
    608511964253
    • NoteOffside front tyre slightly cracking on side wall

  14. Pass8,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    8,417 miles
    Test number
    748026543263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail8,417 miles (+915)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,417 miles
    Test number
    887246043224
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass7,502 miles (+531)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    7,502 miles
    Test number
    106165062249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass6,971 miles (+1,222)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    6,971 miles
    Test number
    857950671288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass5,749 miles (+1,390)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    5,749 miles
    Test number
    640775760200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass4,359 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    4,359 miles
    Test number
    793811979280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD56 FBX

Does LD56 FBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD56 FBX is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD56 FBX?
The MOT on LD56 FBX is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD56 FBX done?
LD56 FBX was recorded at 42,725 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 2,343 miles a year.
Has LD56 FBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 FBX has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2015.
Has the mileage on LD56 FBX 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 FBX find?
LD56 FBX passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: centre exhaust mount broken but still supported.

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