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Volkswagen Polo

Red · Petrol · 2006 · 1,390 cc

LD56 UNFMOT history

LD56 UNF is a red petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 12 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 102,054 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

LD56 UNF red Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
102,054 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,458 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 UNF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
12 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 UNF was last recorded at 102,054 miles on 21 May 2026, 2,738 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,316 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,738 miles
Average per year
4,458 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,054 miles
  • 2025 – 99,316 miles
  • 2024 – 96,735 miles
  • 2023 – 92,876 miles
  • 2022 – 88,876 miles
  • 2021 – 85,118 miles
  • 2019 – 77,786 miles
  • 2018 – 72,270 miles
  • 2017 – 68,289 miles
  • 2016 – 63,615 miles
  • 2015 – 57,590 miles
  • 2013 – 52,910 miles
  • 2012 – 48,069 miles
  • 2011 – 42,592 miles
  • 2010 – 35,290 miles
  • 2009 – 27,644 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,054 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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass102,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    102,054 miles
    Test number
    278308330006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail102,054 miles (+2,738)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,054 miles
    Test number
    894572294156
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass99,316 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    99,316 miles
    Test number
    240285804566
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail99,315 miles (+2,580)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,315 miles
    Test number
    959545106093
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass96,735 miles (+21)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    96,735 miles
    Test number
    854254680260
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Fail96,714 miles (+3,838)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,714 miles
    Test number
    633465030972
    • MajorNearside 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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass92,876 miles (+4,000)4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    92,876 miles
    Test number
    750865663327
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass88,876 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    88,876 miles
    Test number
    684576195649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail88,876 miles (+3,758)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,876 miles
    Test number
    980342396068
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass85,118 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    85,118 miles
    Test number
    481386669560
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pad wear sensor wiring cut
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail85,118 miles (+7,332)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,118 miles
    Test number
    476826656880
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pad wear sensor wiring cut
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass77,786 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    77,786 miles
    Test number
    122070710086
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail77,783 miles (+5,513)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,783 miles
    Test number
    864264661795
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass72,270 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    72,270 miles
    Test number
    899364922194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  15. Fail72,269 miles (+3,980)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,269 miles
    Test number
    761875443845
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  16. Pass68,289 miles (+4,674)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    68,289 miles
    Test number
    956079246673
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre is wearing on the inner edge

  17. Pass63,615 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    63,615 miles
    Test number
    567015508458
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Number plate bulb holder damaged

  18. Fail63,612 miles (+6,022)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,612 miles
    Test number
    255515541986
    • FailureNearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureStop lamp not working All (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryEM & EPC warning lights on
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Number plate bulb holder damaged
    • AdvisoryWashers poor/leaking

  19. Pass57,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    57,590 miles
    Test number
    157699405495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail57,590 miles (+4,680)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,590 miles
    Test number
    335929705094
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  21. Pass52,910 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    52,910 miles
    Test number
    609666723380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail52,910 miles (+4,841)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,910 miles
    Test number
    456186623418
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass48,069 miles (+5,477)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    48,069 miles
    Test number
    796462772235
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Pass42,592 miles (+7,302)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    42,592 miles
    Test number
    299132651239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass35,290 miles (+7,646)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    35,290 miles
    Test number
    474433650259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    27,644 miles
    Test number
    800624859273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD56 UNF

Does LD56 UNF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD56 UNF is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD56 UNF?
The MOT on LD56 UNF is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD56 UNF done?
LD56 UNF was recorded at 102,054 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 4,458 miles a year.
Has LD56 UNF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 UNF has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LD56 UNF 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 UNF find?
LD56 UNF passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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