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Volkswagen Polo

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,400 cc

LS56 CPEMOT history

LS56 CPE is a black petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 1 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 94,945 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2025.

LS56 CPE black Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
94,945 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,086 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 CPE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 CPE was last recorded at 94,945 miles on 13 Dec 2025, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,927 miles · 3 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
5,086 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 94,945 miles
  • 2024 – 83,111 miles
  • 2023 – 74,230 miles
  • 2022 – 70,541 miles
  • 2021 – 69,138 miles
  • 2020 – 68,724 miles
  • 2019 – 67,712 miles
  • 2018 – 65,385 miles
  • 2017 – 58,033 miles
  • 2016 – 51,380 miles
  • 2015 – 42,529 miles
  • 2014 – 34,345 miles
  • 2013 – 28,496 miles
  • 2012 – 23,460 miles
  • 2011 – 19,530 miles
  • 2010 – 16,840 miles
  • 2009 – 13,594 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,945 miles
  • AdvisoryHandbrake travel highRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Side repeater not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 15 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,945 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    94,945 miles
    Test number
    650414876562
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel high
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail94,927 miles (+11,816)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,927 miles
    Test number
    648707216995
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel high
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass83,111 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    83,111 miles
    Test number
    919110935941
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail83,111 miles (+8,881)3 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,111 miles
    Test number
    200832743562
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass74,230 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    74,230 miles
    Test number
    193535195122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail74,221 miles (+3,680)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,221 miles
    Test number
    462754260581
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass70,541 miles (+1,403)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    70,541 miles
    Test number
    531797666134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass69,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    69,138 miles
    Test number
    675282951179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail69,138 miles (+414)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,138 miles
    Test number
    115979684510
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass68,724 miles (+1,012)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    68,724 miles
    Test number
    680949876887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,712 miles (+2,327)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    67,712 miles
    Test number
    931600731448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,385 miles (+7,352)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    65,385 miles
    Test number
    898647136040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,033 miles (+6,653)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    58,033 miles
    Test number
    983044348328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass51,380 miles (+8,851)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    51,380 miles
    Test number
    478532407727
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass42,529 miles (+8,184)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    42,529 miles
    Test number
    930948091942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,345 miles (+5,849)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    34,345 miles
    Test number
    776793024348
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)

  17. Pass28,496 miles (+5,036)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    28,496 miles
    Test number
    207251553321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Pass23,460 miles (+3,930)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    23,460 miles
    Test number
    766195042349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,530 miles (+2,690)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    19,530 miles
    Test number
    255259741376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass16,840 miles (+3,246)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    16,840 miles
    Test number
    874159920331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass13,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    13,594 miles
    Test number
    191839649361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS56 CPE

Does LS56 CPE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS56 CPE is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS56 CPE?
The MOT on LS56 CPE is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS56 CPE done?
LS56 CPE was recorded at 94,945 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2025, an average of 5,086 miles a year.
Has LS56 CPE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 CPE has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LS56 CPE 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 CPE find?
LS56 CPE passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: handbrake travel high; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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