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Volkswagen Polo

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,390 cc

LX56 RWFMOT history

LX56 RWF is a silver petrol Volkswagen Polo first used on 30 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 72,634 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

LX56 RWF silver Volkswagen Polo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
72,634 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,622 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX56 RWF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Polo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX56 RWF was last recorded at 72,634 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,634 miles · 17 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,622 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,634 miles
  • 2025 – 71,065 miles
  • 2024 – 68,999 miles
  • 2023 – 67,388 miles
  • 2022 – 65,800 miles
  • 2021 – 64,545 miles
  • 2020 – 63,617 miles
  • 2019 – 58,919 miles
  • 2018 – 54,812 miles
  • 2017 – 52,067 miles
  • 2016 – 47,312 miles
  • 2015 – 42,138 miles
  • 2014 – 36,798 miles
  • 2013 – 32,102 miles
  • 2012 – 26,941 miles
  • 2011 – 21,642 miles
  • 2010 – 16,447 miles
  • 2009 – 11,463 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,634 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 28 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,634 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    72,634 miles
    Test number
    630856618995
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail72,634 miles (+1,569)1 dangerous1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,634 miles
    Test number
    305251394060
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass71,065 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    71,065 miles
    Test number
    114676862472
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframes under sealed

  4. Fail71,065 miles (+2,066)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,065 miles
    Test number
    752051139726
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear subframes under sealed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass68,999 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    68,999 miles
    Test number
    376560139071
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail68,999 miles (+1,611)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,999 miles
    Test number
    352925128201
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass67,388 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    67,388 miles
    Test number
    631219727075
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail67,388 miles (+1,588)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,388 miles
    Test number
    451301669203
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass65,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    65,800 miles
    Test number
    662242401317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail65,800 miles (+1,255)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,800 miles
    Test number
    100837679144
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass64,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    64,545 miles
    Test number
    510795694394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail64,545 miles (+928)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,545 miles
    Test number
    772821141368
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  13. Pass63,617 miles (+4,698)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    63,617 miles
    Test number
    147811744869
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  14. Pass58,919 miles (+4,107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    58,919 miles
    Test number
    452411068586
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  15. Pass54,812 miles (+2,745)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    54,812 miles
    Test number
    554584079247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,067 miles (+4,755)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    52,067 miles
    Test number
    913531818885
    • AdvisoryN/S/F TYRE OUT SIDE CUT

  17. Pass47,312 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    47,312 miles
    Test number
    512150134695
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail47,312 miles (+5,174)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,312 miles
    Test number
    697840651983
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass42,138 miles (+5,340)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    42,138 miles
    Test number
    476469725259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,798 miles (+4,696)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    36,798 miles
    Test number
    138193424287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,102 miles (+5,161)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    32,102 miles
    Test number
    829485023269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,941 miles (+5,299)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    26,941 miles
    Test number
    876983632297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,642 miles (+5,195)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    21,642 miles
    Test number
    626430431287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,447 miles (+4,984)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    16,447 miles
    Test number
    742840450224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass11,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    11,463 miles
    Test number
    363731979457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX56 RWF

Does LX56 RWF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX56 RWF is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX56 RWF?
The MOT on LX56 RWF is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX56 RWF done?
LX56 RWF was recorded at 72,634 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 3,622 miles a year.
Has LX56 RWF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX56 RWF has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LX56 RWF 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 RWF find?
LX56 RWF passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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