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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2007 · 1,400 cc

LS56 BJUMOT history

LS56 BJU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 19 Feb 2007. Its MOT expired on 11 Mar 2026 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 119,173 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2026.

LS56 BJU silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Mar 2026
Mileage
119,173 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,911 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 BJU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
19 Feb 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS56 BJU was last recorded at 119,173 miles on 8 Jul 2026, 1,260 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,913 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,260 miles
Average per year
6,911 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,173 miles
  • 2025 – 117,913 miles
  • 2024 – 109,614 miles
  • 2023 – 108,745 miles
  • 2022 – 107,561 miles
  • 2021 – 106,126 miles
  • 2020 – 104,161 miles
  • 2019 – 97,836 miles
  • 2018 – 88,612 miles
  • 2017 – 68,852 miles
  • 2016 – 54,201 miles
  • 2015 – 39,332 miles
  • 2014 – 32,533 miles
  • 2013 – 20,970 miles
  • 2012 – 15,074 miles
  • 2011 – 12,379 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail119,173 miles
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear flexis (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear axle corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 24 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail119,173 miles (+1,260)8 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,173 miles
    Test number
    930562323344
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear flexis (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  2. Pass117,913 miles (+8,299)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    117,913 miles
    Test number
    886222369631
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront bonnet catch loose
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  3. Pass109,614 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    109,614 miles
    Test number
    764247739199
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Fail109,614 miles (+869)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,614 miles
    Test number
    107252547757
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass108,745 miles (+25)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    108,745 miles
    Test number
    655069596315
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail108,720 miles (+1,159)2 dangerous2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,720 miles
    Test number
    861166228862
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Lower arm Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Lower arm Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass107,561 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    107,561 miles
    Test number
    741768528482
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail107,561 miles (+1,435)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,561 miles
    Test number
    648669701034
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass106,126 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    106,126 miles
    Test number
    749255775773
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail106,126 miles (+1,965)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,126 miles
    Test number
    557159930813
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass104,161 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    104,161 miles
    Test number
    755820765081
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  12. Fail104,161 miles (+6,325)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,161 miles
    Test number
    111777613657
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  13. Pass97,836 miles (+70)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    97,836 miles
    Test number
    660730135715
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryDamage to the rear

  14. Fail97,766 miles (+9,154)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,766 miles
    Test number
    562916066157
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorFront Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp lens seriously defective (4.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (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 Windscreen wiper missing broken (3.4 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear damage to vehicle

  15. Pass88,612 miles (+19,760)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    88,612 miles
    Test number
    362302763215
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted unable to access all testable items

  16. Pass68,852 miles (+14,651)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    68,852 miles
    Test number
    232067788568
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass54,201 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    54,201 miles
    Test number
    890734423530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail54,199 miles (+14,867)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,199 miles
    Test number
    318426185484
    • FailureFront Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working both sides (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Fail39,332 miles1 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,332 miles
    Test number
    117091225055
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNearside front fog lamp not working
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn outside the centre 3/4 breadth of tread on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre excessively worn outside the centre 3/4 breadth of tread on inner edge

  20. Pass39,332 miles (+6,799)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    39,332 miles
    Test number
    279351925050
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNearside front fog lamp not working
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn outside the centre 3/4 breadth of tread on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre excessively worn outside the centre 3/4 breadth of tread on inner edge

  21. Pass32,533 miles (+3,104)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    32,533 miles
    Test number
    729040514299
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNearside front fog lamp not working

  22. Fail29,429 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,429 miles
    Test number
    229388024426
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNearside front fog lamp not working

  23. Pass29,429 miles (+3,637)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    29,429 miles
    Test number
    335588024141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteNearside front fog lamp not working

  24. Pass25,792 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    25,792 miles
    Test number
    959675214019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail25,777 miles (+4,807)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,777 miles
    Test number
    506414614076
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre deteriorated on outer sidewall

  26. Fail20,970 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,970 miles
    Test number
    179115723440
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass20,970 miles (+5,896)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    20,970 miles
    Test number
    409685123091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass15,074 miles (+2,695)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    15,074 miles
    Test number
    108708112457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass12,379 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    12,379 miles
    Test number
    105084021065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LS56 BJU

Does LS56 BJU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS56 BJU expired on 11 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS56 BJU?
The MOT on LS56 BJU expired on 11 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS56 BJU done?
LS56 BJU was recorded at 119,173 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2026, an average of 6,911 miles a year.
Has LS56 BJU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 BJU has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS56 BJU 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 LS56 BJU find?
LS56 BJU failed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2026 with 8 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: front windscreen washer not working; nearside front position lamp not working; nearside front upper anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 11 more.

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