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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,390 cc

LS56 ZSDMOT history

LS56 ZSD is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 26 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 130,731 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

LS56 ZSD blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
130,731 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,590 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 ZSD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
26 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 ZSD was last recorded at 130,731 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 9,569 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,162 miles · 7 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
9,569 miles
Average per year
6,590 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,731 miles
  • 2025 – 121,162 miles
  • 2024 – 116,186 miles
  • 2023 – 110,968 miles
  • 2022 – 102,072 miles
  • 2021 – 93,097 miles
  • 2020 – 88,048 miles
  • 2019 – 84,361 miles
  • 2018 – 79,692 miles
  • 2017 – 76,149 miles
  • 2016 – 72,929 miles
  • 2015 – 65,238 miles
  • 2014 – 59,864 miles
  • 2013 – 53,735 miles
  • 2012 – 43,388 miles
  • 2011 – 34,730 miles
  • 2010 – 22,101 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,731 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,731 miles (+9,569)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    130,731 miles
    Test number
    706791931038
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass121,162 miles (+4,976)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    121,162 miles
    Test number
    676240827794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass116,186 miles (+5,218)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    116,186 miles
    Test number
    534112587932
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test

  4. Pass110,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    110,968 miles
    Test number
    754708250707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail110,968 miles (+8,896)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,968 miles
    Test number
    673172199870
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryBonnet corrode
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass102,072 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    102,072 miles
    Test number
    574177715488
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail102,067 miles (+8,970)1 dangerous5 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,067 miles
    Test number
    461848128613
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass93,097 miles (+5,049)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    93,097 miles
    Test number
    951034027164
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting damaged but not to excess bush slightly worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to bonnet

  9. Pass88,048 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    88,048 miles
    Test number
    623299174188
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flex Pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Bush Worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))

  10. Fail88,048 miles (+3,687)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,048 miles
    Test number
    893169027450
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flex Pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass84,361 miles (+4,669)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    84,361 miles
    Test number
    499311921647
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass79,692 miles (+3,543)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    79,692 miles
    Test number
    714836598140
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner side both (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass76,149 miles (+3,220)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    76,149 miles
    Test number
    501432184570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    72,929 miles
    Test number
    918241980222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail72,929 miles (+3,181)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,929 miles
    Test number
    324100693130
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass69,748 miles (+4,510)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    69,748 miles
    Test number
    256458453789
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass65,238 miles (+5,374)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    65,238 miles
    Test number
    306284925061
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass59,864 miles (+6,129)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    59,864 miles
    Test number
    306781714094
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perisht

  19. Pass53,735 miles (+10,347)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    53,735 miles
    Test number
    319108713074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass43,388 miles (+8,658)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    43,388 miles
    Test number
    109828012072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,730 miles (+12,629)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    34,730 miles
    Test number
    408065401040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    22,101 miles
    Test number
    900737520083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS56 ZSD

Does LS56 ZSD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS56 ZSD is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS56 ZSD?
The MOT on LS56 ZSD is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS56 ZSD done?
LS56 ZSD was recorded at 130,731 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 6,590 miles a year.
Has LS56 ZSD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 ZSD has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LS56 ZSD 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 ZSD find?
LS56 ZSD passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective, and 2 more.

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