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Blue · Petrol · 2016 · 1,197 cc

L23 SLDMOT history

L23 SLD is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 27 Jan 2016. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 9 of 9 MOT tests, with 46,955 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

L23 SLD blue Volkswagen Beetle – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Oct 2027
Mileage
46,955 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
9
9 passed · 0 failed
Per year
2,393 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 SLD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
27 Jan 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 SLD was last recorded at 46,955 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 4,115 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
42,840 miles · 19 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,115 miles
Average per year
2,393 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 46,955 miles
  • 2025 – 42,840 miles
  • 2024 – 40,034 miles
  • 2023 – 37,843 miles
  • 2022 – 35,251 miles
  • 2021 – 33,135 miles
  • 2020 – 30,551 miles
  • 2019 – 29,150 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,955 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

9 tests since 21 Mar 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass46,955 miles (+4,115)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    46,955 miles
    Test number
    418711925631
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Pass42,840 miles (+2,806)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    42,840 miles
    Test number
    930385704850
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components
  3. Pass40,034 miles (+2,191)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    40,034 miles
    Test number
    576477464044
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components
  4. Pass37,843 miles (+2,592)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    37,843 miles
    Test number
    169935586123
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components
  5. Pass35,251 miles (+2,116)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    35,251 miles
    Test number
    857703928085
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components
  6. Pass33,135 miles (+2,584)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    33,135 miles
    Test number
    342751062703
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components
  7. Pass30,551 miles (+1,401)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    30,551 miles
    Test number
    524583759855
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components
  8. Pass29,150 miles (+209)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    29,150 miles
    Test number
    543252355404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass28,941 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    28,941 miles
    Test number
    594143954839
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/45R18 94V (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

Questions about L23 SLD

Does L23 SLD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 SLD is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 SLD?
The MOT on L23 SLD is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 SLD done?
L23 SLD was recorded at 46,955 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 2,393 miles a year.
Has L23 SLD ever failed its MOT?
No. L23 SLD has passed all 9 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on L23 SLD 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 L23 SLD find?
L23 SLD passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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