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Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,984 cc

K8 LBGMOT history

K8 LBG is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 5 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 4 May 2024 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 109,086 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 4 May 2024
Mileage
109,086 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2024
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,457 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 LBG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
5 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 May 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

K8 LBG was last recorded at 109,086 miles on 11 Jun 2024, 2,321 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,765 miles · 5 May 2023
Between the last two tests
2,321 miles
Average per year
5,457 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 109,086 miles
  • 2023 – 106,765 miles
  • 2022 – 105,012 miles
  • 2021 – 96,922 miles
  • 2019 – 84,555 miles
  • 2018 – 79,031 miles
  • 2017 – 73,308 miles
  • 2016 – 64,741 miles
  • 2014 – 50,486 miles
  • 2013 – 42,627 miles
  • 2012 – 35,764 miles
  • 2011 – 28,584 miles
  • 2010 – 25,980 miles
  • 2009 – 24,121 miles
  • 2008 – 21,052 miles
  • 2007 – 16,417 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail109,086 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2018

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail109,086 miles (+2,321)5 major4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,086 miles
    Test number
    253672198317
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass106,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    106,765 miles
    Test number
    833073513683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail106,765 miles (+3)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,765 miles
    Test number
    148540805821
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail106,762 miles (+1,750)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,762 miles
    Test number
    262629368183
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass105,012 miles (+241)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    105,012 miles
    Test number
    950322715202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail104,771 miles (+7,849)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,771 miles
    Test number
    479110637097
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  7. Pass96,922 miles (+63)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    96,922 miles
    Test number
    633628089586
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail96,859 miles (+12,304)1 dangerous13 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,859 miles
    Test number
    467367727717
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass84,555 miles (+5,524)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    84,555 miles
    Test number
    773942029096
    • MinorNearside Front Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass79,031 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    79,031 miles
    Test number
    270687047344
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Fail79,031 miles (+275)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,031 miles
    Test number
    851694612828
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Fail78,756 miles (+5,448)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,756 miles
    Test number
    744280278592
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth reartyres perished

  13. Pass73,308 miles (+8,567)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    73,308 miles
    Test number
    551195418566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,741 miles (+14,255)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    64,741 miles
    Test number
    756176955784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,486 miles (+19)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    50,486 miles
    Test number
    658105124279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail50,467 miles (+7,840)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,467 miles
    Test number
    909704824247
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass42,627 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    42,627 miles
    Test number
    525495723295
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail42,627 miles (+6,863)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,627 miles
    Test number
    968465723202
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass35,764 miles (+7,180)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    35,764 miles
    Test number
    289897522262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass28,584 miles (+2,604)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    28,584 miles
    Test number
    309319721423
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  21. Pass25,980 miles (+1,859)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    25,980 miles
    Test number
    971862290264
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Pass24,121 miles (+3,069)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    24,121 miles
    Test number
    361603699252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    21,052 miles
    Test number
    180854628280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail21,052 miles (+4,635)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,052 miles
    Test number
    193003528261
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  25. Pass16,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    16,417 miles
    Test number
    864050077182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K8 LBG

Does K8 LBG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K8 LBG expired on 4 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K8 LBG?
The MOT on K8 LBG expired on 4 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K8 LBG done?
K8 LBG was recorded at 109,086 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2024, an average of 5,457 miles a year.
Has K8 LBG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 LBG has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on K8 LBG 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 K8 LBG find?
K8 LBG failed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2024 with 5 major defects, 4 minor defects and 8 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre section; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn, and 14 more.

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