Volkswagen Polo
Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,400 cc
LS56 BXKMOT history
LS56 BXK is a grey petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 31 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 3 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 78,019 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 3 Oct 2027
- Mileage
- 78,019 mi
- At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
- MOT tests
- 29
- 21 passed · 8 failed
- Per year
- 3,428 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LS56 BXK
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Polo
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,400 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2006
- First used
- 31 Oct 2006
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 3 Oct 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 1 Oct 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LS56 BXK was last recorded at 78,019 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2026.
- Previous MOT
- 78,019 miles · 30 Sept 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 3,428 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 78,019 miles
- 2025 – 70,570 miles
- 2024 – 64,733 miles
- 2023 – 61,436 miles
- 2022 – 57,764 miles
- 2021 – 57,573 miles
- 2020 – 57,202 miles
- 2019 – 57,038 miles
- 2018 – 53,547 miles
- 2017 – 50,951 miles
- 2016 – 45,258 miles
- 2015 – 40,163 miles
- 2014 – 34,275 miles
- 2013 – 27,703 miles
- 2012 – 25,176 miles
- 2011 – 23,525 miles
- 2010 – 21,346 miles
- 2009 – 20,100 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass78,019 miles
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryParking brake travel longRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
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.
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction
Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026
Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2025
Offside Front Position lamp not working
Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
29 tests since 7 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass78,019 miles3 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Oct 2027
- Odometer
- 78,019 miles
- Test number
- 788953994631
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryParking brake travel long
Fail78,019 miles (+7,449)1 dangerous3 major3 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 78,019 miles
- Test number
- 946110834062
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryParking brake travel long
Pass70,570 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Oct 2026
- Odometer
- 70,570 miles
- Test number
- 281376494550
- MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail70,568 miles (+5,835)8 major1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 70,568 miles
- Test number
- 823503079049
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorNearside Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Inner arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass64,733 miles (+250)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 3 Oct 2025
- Odometer
- 64,733 miles
- Test number
- 556457984946
- AdvisoryNearside Front inner rack joint has slight play
Pass64,483 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jun 2025
- Odometer
- 64,483 miles
- Test number
- 352851189952
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail64,483 miles (+3,047)3 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 64,483 miles
- Test number
- 667410415176
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- 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 Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass61,436 miles
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jun 2024
- Odometer
- 61,436 miles
- Test number
- 229071386307
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail61,436 miles (+3,672)2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 61,436 miles
- Test number
- 348083983536
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Pass57,764 miles (+3)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jun 2023
- Odometer
- 57,764 miles
- Test number
- 362949574818
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail57,761 miles (+188)1 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 57,761 miles
- Test number
- 944815805024
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass57,573 miles (+371)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2022
- Odometer
- 57,573 miles
- Test number
- 806599690129
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass57,202 miles (+164)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 57,202 miles
- Test number
- 742992726767
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass57,038 miles2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Jul 2020
- Odometer
- 57,038 miles
- Test number
- 954518840013
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking but preventing the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn very low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail57,038 miles (+846)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 57,038 miles
- Test number
- 826621401534
- Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking but preventing the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn very low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass56,192 miles
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2020
- Odometer
- 56,192 miles
- Test number
- 746150359367
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail56,192 miles (+2,645)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 56,192 miles
- Test number
- 100329654642
- Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Pass53,547 miles (+2,596)
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 53,547 miles
- Test number
- 288112576156
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass50,951 miles (+5,693)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Nov 2018
- Odometer
- 50,951 miles
- Test number
- 161681168385
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass45,258 miles (+5,095)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 6 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 45,258 miles
- Test number
- 826624794237
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass40,163 miles (+5,888)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Nov 2016
- Odometer
- 40,163 miles
- Test number
- 953780414809
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass34,275 miles (+6,572)2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 6 Nov 2015
- Odometer
- 34,275 miles
- Test number
- 375984494405
- 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)
- NoteNearside rear tyre heavily cracked/perished on outer wall and bridge area
- NoteOffside rear tyre perished/cracked
Pass27,703 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 6 Nov 2014
- Odometer
- 27,703 miles
- Test number
- 466071283241
- AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
Fail27,703 miles (+2,527)1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 27,703 miles
- Test number
- 709451283249
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
Pass25,176 miles (+1,651)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 6 Nov 2013
- Odometer
- 25,176 miles
- Test number
- 235666502373
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Pass23,525 miles1 note
- MOT expiry
- 6 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 23,525 miles
- Test number
- 676551291219
- NoteOff side front tyre worn inner side
Pass23,525 miles (+2,179)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 17 Oct 2012
- Odometer
- 23,525 miles
- Test number
- 555661091211
- NoteOff side front tyre worn inner side
Pass21,346 miles (+1,246)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Nov 2011
- Odometer
- 21,346 miles
- Test number
- 383029090220
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass20,100 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 6 Nov 2010
- Odometer
- 20,100 miles
- Test number
- 774281719376
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Questions about LS56 BXK
- Does LS56 BXK currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS56 BXK is valid until 3 Oct 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LS56 BXK?
- The MOT on LS56 BXK is valid until 3 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LS56 BXK done?
- LS56 BXK was recorded at 78,019 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 3,428 miles a year.
- Has LS56 BXK ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LS56 BXK has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
- Has the mileage on LS56 BXK 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 BXK find?
- LS56 BXK passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; upper stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning, and 2 more.
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