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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,595 cc

L111 JLDMOT history

L111 JLD is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 18 Oct 2004. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 72,674 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2023
Mileage
72,674 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2022
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,844 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L111 JLD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
18 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L111 JLD was last recorded at 72,674 miles on 27 Jan 2022, 5,369 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,305 miles · 29 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
5,369 miles
Average per year
3,844 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 72,674 miles
  • 2021 – 67,305 miles
  • 2019 – 61,539 miles
  • 2018 – 58,607 miles
  • 2017 – 54,534 miles
  • 2016 – 49,295 miles
  • 2015 – 44,371 miles
  • 2014 – 41,106 miles
  • 2013 – 37,258 miles
  • 2012 – 32,626 miles
  • 2011 – 29,206 miles
  • 2010 – 25,793 miles
  • 2008 – 21,700 miles
  • 2007 – 17,984 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,674 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 5 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,674 miles (+5,369)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    72,674 miles
    Test number
    203223380805
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass67,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    67,305 miles
    Test number
    773734671375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail67,305 miles (+5,766)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,305 miles
    Test number
    492975944193
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass61,539 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    61,539 miles
    Test number
    175958828715
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front. (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front. (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail61,539 miles (+2,932)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,539 miles
    Test number
    313911923767
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front. (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front. (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass58,607 miles (+4,073)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    58,607 miles
    Test number
    318789244781
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass54,534 miles (+5,239)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    54,534 miles
    Test number
    243665913230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisorySuspect steering rack weeping

  8. Pass49,295 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    49,295 miles
    Test number
    507607478206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail49,293 miles (+4,922)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,293 miles
    Test number
    714158243504
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  10. Pass44,371 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    44,371 miles
    Test number
    505375175013
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail44,370 miles (+3,264)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,370 miles
    Test number
    277575575091
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass41,106 miles (+3,848)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    41,106 miles
    Test number
    425763394098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,258 miles (+4,632)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    37,258 miles
    Test number
    875267983027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,626 miles (+3,420)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    32,626 miles
    Test number
    145357932412
    • NoteAdvise airbag warning lamp on

  15. Pass29,206 miles (+3,413)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    29,206 miles
    Test number
    886458811036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,793 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    25,793 miles
    Test number
    442035230012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail25,788 miles (+4,088)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,788 miles
    Test number
    193656720018
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  18. Pass21,700 miles (+3,716)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    21,700 miles
    Test number
    921312538309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail17,984 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,984 miles
    Test number
    653079407306
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  20. Pass17,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    17,984 miles
    Test number
    934969707303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L111 JLD

Does L111 JLD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L111 JLD expired on 31 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L111 JLD?
The MOT on L111 JLD expired on 31 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L111 JLD done?
L111 JLD was recorded at 72,674 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2022, an average of 3,844 miles a year.
Has L111 JLD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L111 JLD has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on L111 JLD 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 L111 JLD find?
L111 JLD passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2022 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 1 more.

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