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Volkswagen Polo

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,390 cc

LX56 RVNMOT history

LX56 RVN is a blue petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 8 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 78,231 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

LX56 RVN blue Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Polo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
78,231 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,094 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX56 RVN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
8 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX56 RVN was last recorded at 78,231 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,224 miles · 21 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
4,094 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,231 miles
  • 2025 – 72,567 miles
  • 2024 – 65,763 miles
  • 2022 – 64,482 miles
  • 2021 – 61,883 miles
  • 2020 – 58,146 miles
  • 2019 – 53,443 miles
  • 2018 – 48,725 miles
  • 2017 – 44,091 miles
  • 2016 – 38,603 miles
  • 2015 – 32,924 miles
  • 2014 – 27,510 miles
  • 2013 – 21,845 miles
  • 2012 – 15,286 miles
  • 2011 – 13,263 miles
  • 2010 – 10,877 miles
  • 2009 – 8,438 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,231 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,231 miles (+7)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    78,231 miles
    Test number
    243295500729
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail78,224 miles (+5,657)1 dangerous3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,224 miles
    Test number
    757128884893
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm BOTH (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter obviously defective (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass72,567 miles (+6,804)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    72,567 miles
    Test number
    147332423070
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass65,763 miles (+1,281)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    65,763 miles
    Test number
    178041850389
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass64,482 miles (+2,599)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    64,482 miles
    Test number
    154267351514
    • AdvisorySlightly oil smudge under tray
  6. Pass61,883 miles (+3,737)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    61,883 miles
    Test number
    904633862425
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass58,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    58,146 miles
    Test number
    807882158407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail58,146 miles (+4,703)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,146 miles
    Test number
    788359113825
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass53,443 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    53,443 miles
    Test number
    892985607440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail53,441 miles (+4,716)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,441 miles
    Test number
    104560316189
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  11. Pass48,725 miles (+4,634)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    48,725 miles
    Test number
    280505844460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass44,091 miles (+5,488)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    44,091 miles
    Test number
    469299345586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,603 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    38,603 miles
    Test number
    602353373785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail38,603 miles (+5,679)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,603 miles
    Test number
    639693945572
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  15. Pass32,924 miles (+5,414)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    32,924 miles
    Test number
    727055695158
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass27,510 miles (+5,665)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    27,510 miles
    Test number
    455446604288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,845 miles (+6,559)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    21,845 miles
    Test number
    318371913224
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass15,286 miles (+2,023)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    15,286 miles
    Test number
    158264212283
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  19. Fail13,263 miles4 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,263 miles
    Test number
    185104441273
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteUnable to fully examine parts of fuel system and parts of braking system because of fitted undertrays and covers
  20. Pass13,263 miles (+2,386)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    13,263 miles
    Test number
    928534641220
    • NoteUnable to fully examine parts of fuel system and parts of braking system because of fitted undertrays and covers
  21. Pass10,877 miles (+2,439)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    10,877 miles
    Test number
    760906740269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass8,438 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    8,438 miles
    Test number
    393917249494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX56 RVN

Does LX56 RVN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX56 RVN is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX56 RVN?
The MOT on LX56 RVN is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX56 RVN done?
LX56 RVN was recorded at 78,231 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 4,094 miles a year.
Has LX56 RVN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX56 RVN has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LX56 RVN 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 LX56 RVN find?
LX56 RVN passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; central front oil leak, but not excessive; front brake disc worn, but not excessively both, and 1 more.

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