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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,390 cc

LK56 ETOMOT history

LK56 ETO is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 6 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 80,274 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

LK56 ETO silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
80,274 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,768 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK56 ETO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
6 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK56 ETO was last recorded at 80,274 miles on 12 May 2026, 1,567 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,707 miles · 4 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,567 miles
Average per year
3,768 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,274 miles
  • 2025 – 78,707 miles
  • 2022 – 76,546 miles
  • 2021 – 69,607 miles
  • 2019 – 65,419 miles
  • 2018 – 61,122 miles
  • 2017 – 57,194 miles
  • 2016 – 51,094 miles
  • 2015 – 44,643 miles
  • 2014 – 39,332 miles
  • 2013 – 34,842 miles
  • 2012 – 30,554 miles
  • 2011 – 27,575 miles
  • 2010 – 23,013 miles
  • 2009 – 18,344 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,274 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 4 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,274 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    80,274 miles
    Test number
    773261604459
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail80,274 miles (+1,567)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,274 miles
    Test number
    189638023264
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass78,707 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    78,707 miles
    Test number
    629809000912
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail78,707 miles (+2,161)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,707 miles
    Test number
    665131626725
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper suspension mounting slight play

  5. Pass76,546 miles (+6,939)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    76,546 miles
    Test number
    973516522396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass69,607 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    69,607 miles
    Test number
    534190578301
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Fail69,607 miles (+4,188)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,607 miles
    Test number
    657393630851
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass65,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    65,419 miles
    Test number
    331631388592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail65,413 miles (+4,291)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,413 miles
    Test number
    412944593674
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass61,122 miles (+3,928)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    61,122 miles
    Test number
    676512307483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass57,194 miles (+6,100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    57,194 miles
    Test number
    783724173110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass51,094 miles (+6,451)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    51,094 miles
    Test number
    468617761723
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass44,643 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    44,643 miles
    Test number
    998832367791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail44,615 miles (+5,283)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,615 miles
    Test number
    304685899251
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  15. Pass39,332 miles (+4,490)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    39,332 miles
    Test number
    827979944302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail34,842 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,842 miles
    Test number
    458512233492
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass34,842 miles (+4,288)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    34,842 miles
    Test number
    637422333353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,554 miles (+2,979)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    30,554 miles
    Test number
    387282632322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,575 miles (+4,562)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    27,575 miles
    Test number
    537093131325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,013 miles (+4,669)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    23,013 miles
    Test number
    704741440306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,344 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    18,344 miles
    Test number
    404658939406
    • NoteNearside rear tyre inner sidewall damaged

Questions about LK56 ETO

Does LK56 ETO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK56 ETO is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK56 ETO?
The MOT on LK56 ETO is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK56 ETO done?
LK56 ETO was recorded at 80,274 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 3,768 miles a year.
Has LK56 ETO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK56 ETO has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LK56 ETO 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 LK56 ETO find?
LK56 ETO passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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