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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

L15 BTLMOT history

L15 BTL is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 11 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 15 MOT tests, with 76,300 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
76,300 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
15 passed · 0 failed
Per year
2,906 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L15 BTL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
11 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L15 BTL was last recorded at 76,300 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 1,062 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
75,238 miles · 27 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
1,062 miles
Average per year
2,906 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,300 miles
  • 2023 – 75,238 miles
  • 2022 – 74,602 miles
  • 2021 – 73,457 miles
  • 2019 – 71,975 miles
  • 2018 – 71,440 miles
  • 2015 – 65,516 miles
  • 2014 – 57,387 miles
  • 2012 – 50,453 miles
  • 2011 – 48,989 miles
  • 2010 – 44,354 miles
  • 2009 – 38,111 miles
  • 2008 – 30,977 miles
  • 2007 – 24,253 miles
  • 2006 – 19,150 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,300 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

15 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,300 miles (+1,062)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    76,300 miles
    Test number
    151604501245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass75,238 miles (+636)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    75,238 miles
    Test number
    771432575665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass74,602 miles (+1,145)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    74,602 miles
    Test number
    287202967430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass73,457 miles (+1,482)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    73,457 miles
    Test number
    918180207204
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass71,975 miles (+535)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    71,975 miles
    Test number
    607592059111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass71,440 miles (+5,924)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    71,440 miles
    Test number
    852746480572
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass65,516 miles (+8,129)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    65,516 miles
    Test number
    627074645070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass57,387 miles (+6,934)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    57,387 miles
    Test number
    115946734082
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing unevenly
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing unevenly

  9. Pass50,453 miles (+1,464)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    50,453 miles
    Test number
    426114482273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass48,989 miles (+4,635)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    48,989 miles
    Test number
    996252321212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass44,354 miles (+6,243)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    44,354 miles
    Test number
    370188410219
    • NoteRear tyres slightly misshaped

  12. Pass38,111 miles (+7,134)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    38,111 miles
    Test number
    643985619236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass30,977 miles (+6,724)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    30,977 miles
    Test number
    394901928249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass24,253 miles (+5,103)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    24,253 miles
    Test number
    984718507281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass19,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    19,150 miles
    Test number
    932043216264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L15 BTL

Does L15 BTL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L15 BTL is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L15 BTL?
The MOT on L15 BTL is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L15 BTL done?
L15 BTL was recorded at 76,300 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 2,906 miles a year.
Has L15 BTL ever failed its MOT?
No. L15 BTL has passed all 15 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on L15 BTL 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 L15 BTL find?
L15 BTL passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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