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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,198 cc

LS56 BYDMOT history

LS56 BYD is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 15 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 4 Feb 2026 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 138,501 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

LS56 BYD silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Feb 2026
Mileage
138,501 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,378 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 BYD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
15 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS56 BYD was last recorded at 138,501 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 3,807 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,694 miles · 5 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,807 miles
Average per year
7,378 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,501 miles
  • 2025 – 134,694 miles
  • 2024 – 132,974 miles
  • 2023 – 129,530 miles
  • 2022 – 124,825 miles
  • 2021 – 109,865 miles
  • 2020 – 109,860 miles
  • 2019 – 94,681 miles
  • 2018 – 86,579 miles
  • 2017 – 76,921 miles
  • 2016 – 68,847 miles
  • 2015 – 67,067 miles
  • 2014 – 55,904 miles
  • 2013 – 45,248 miles
  • 2012 – 37,267 miles
  • 2011 – 26,212 miles
  • 2010 – 20,149 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail138,501 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed bad engine misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flex (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

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 Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail138,501 miles (+3,807)1 dangerous6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,501 miles
    Test number
    539419210677
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed bad engine misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flex (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

  2. Pass134,694 miles (+1,720)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    134,694 miles
    Test number
    655537070671
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass132,974 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    132,974 miles
    Test number
    889247238311
    • AdvisorySlight fluctuation on front brakes in rollers

  4. Fail132,966 miles (+3,436)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,966 miles
    Test number
    237396477237
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass129,530 miles (+4,705)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    129,530 miles
    Test number
    989020280994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass124,825 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    124,825 miles
    Test number
    555035323906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail124,825 miles (+14,960)1 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,825 miles
    Test number
    680889684847
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working door mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended not accessible (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel brg not tested brake binding

  8. Pass109,865 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    109,865 miles
    Test number
    979801764717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail109,860 miles (+15,179)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,860 miles
    Test number
    506230512451
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake lever pivot slightly tight (1.1.1 (a))

  10. Pass94,681 miles (+8,102)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    94,681 miles
    Test number
    862450374465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass86,579 miles (+175)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    86,579 miles
    Test number
    790133351873
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail86,404 miles (+9,483)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,404 miles
    Test number
    805004537916
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass76,921 miles (+8,074)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    76,921 miles
    Test number
    459628337902
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn low on inner edge

  14. Pass68,847 miles (+1,780)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    68,847 miles
    Test number
    858398502404
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass67,067 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    67,067 miles
    Test number
    184779705691
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

  16. Fail67,067 miles (+11,163)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,067 miles
    Test number
    182638731050
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

  17. Pass55,904 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    55,904 miles
    Test number
    138390344261
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyres H rated and worn close to marker bars
    • NoteNearside and offside rear tyres T rated and perished

  18. Fail55,904 miles (+10,656)2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,904 miles
    Test number
    885480744248
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNearside and offside front tyres H rated and worn close to marker bars
    • NoteNearside and offside rear tyres T rated and perished

  19. Pass45,248 miles (+7,981)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    45,248 miles
    Test number
    506769473164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,267 miles (+11,055)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    37,267 miles
    Test number
    928184282196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,212 miles (+6,063)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    26,212 miles
    Test number
    159217601040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    20,149 miles
    Test number
    143458300004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail20,149 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,149 miles
    Test number
    632598300088
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS56 BYD

Does LS56 BYD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS56 BYD expired on 4 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS56 BYD?
The MOT on LS56 BYD expired on 4 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS56 BYD done?
LS56 BYD was recorded at 138,501 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 7,378 miles a year.
Has LS56 BYD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 BYD has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LS56 BYD 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 BYD find?
LS56 BYD failed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; emissions unable to be completed bad engine misfire; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction, and 12 more.

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