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Volkswagen Beetle

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,984 cc

53 LAMOT history

53 LA is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 85,428 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jan 2027
Mileage
85,428 mi
At MOT on 2 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,739 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
53 LA
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

53 LA was last recorded at 85,428 miles on 2 Jan 2026, 2,391 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,037 miles · 24 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,391 miles
Average per year
3,739 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,428 miles
  • 2024 – 83,037 miles
  • 2023 – 79,123 miles
  • 2022 – 75,897 miles
  • 2021 – 72,177 miles
  • 2020 – 69,793 miles
  • 2019 – 67,928 miles
  • 2018 – 64,713 miles
  • 2017 – 60,954 miles
  • 2016 – 57,003 miles
  • 2015 – 52,405 miles
  • 2014 – 48,254 miles
  • 2013 – 42,180 miles
  • 2012 – 33,782 miles
  • 2011 – 30,052 miles
  • 2010 – 26,846 miles
  • 2009 – 23,933 miles
  • 2008 – 18,350 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,428 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 25 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,428 miles (+2,391)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    85,428 miles
    Test number
    855110776475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass83,037 miles (+3,914)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    83,037 miles
    Test number
    602382058008
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass79,123 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    79,123 miles
    Test number
    447188794097
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail79,123 miles (+3,226)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,123 miles
    Test number
    983983803317
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass75,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    75,897 miles
    Test number
    554515030152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail75,897 miles (+3,720)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,897 miles
    Test number
    935601387242
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass72,177 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    72,177 miles
    Test number
    345245008988
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail72,177 miles (+2,384)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,177 miles
    Test number
    881567772573
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass69,793 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    69,793 miles
    Test number
    522157387846
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail69,793 miles (+13)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,793 miles
    Test number
    508767488386
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  11. Fail69,780 miles (+1,852)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,780 miles
    Test number
    863724263157
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass67,928 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    67,928 miles
    Test number
    373522973407
    • AdvisoryAdvise offside rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail67,928 miles (+3,215)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,928 miles
    Test number
    101282029450
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise offside rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass64,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    64,713 miles
    Test number
    359353713993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail64,711 miles (+3,757)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,711 miles
    Test number
    133844762583
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass60,954 miles (+3,951)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    60,954 miles
    Test number
    837625313569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    57,003 miles
    Test number
    362193960870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail57,003 miles (+4,598)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,003 miles
    Test number
    130397061402
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass52,405 miles (+4,151)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    52,405 miles
    Test number
    961965908362
    • 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)

  20. Pass48,254 miles (+6,074)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    48,254 miles
    Test number
    795928044237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass42,180 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    42,180 miles
    Test number
    776663863174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Fail42,180 miles (+8,398)1 dangerous1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,180 miles
    Test number
    149823363131
    • DangerousNail in offside rear tyre
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  23. Pass33,782 miles (+3,730)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    33,782 miles
    Test number
    528456892087
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  24. Pass30,052 miles (+445)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    30,052 miles
    Test number
    927104491029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,607 miles (+2,761)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    29,607 miles
    Test number
    737442311073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,846 miles (+2,913)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    26,846 miles
    Test number
    541468610023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass23,933 miles (+5,583)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    23,933 miles
    Test number
    403142829045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass18,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    18,350 miles
    Test number
    150305128067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 53 LA

What vehicle is registration 53 LA currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 53 LA on a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Sept 2004. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 53 LA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 53 LA is valid until 1 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on 53 LA?
The MOT on 53 LA is valid until 1 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 53 LA done?
53 LA was recorded at 85,428 miles at its MOT on 2 Jan 2026, an average of 3,739 miles a year.
Has 53 LA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 53 LA has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on 53 LA 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 53 LA find?
53 LA passed its latest MOT on 2 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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