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Red · Diesel · 2014 · 1,968 cc

L27 FRLMOT history

L27 FRL is a red diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 11 Apr 2014. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jun 2027 and it has passed 10 of 15 MOT tests, with 116,114 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.

L27 FRL red Volkswagen Beetle – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jun 2027
Mileage
116,114 mi
At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
MOT tests
15
10 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,665 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L27 FRL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
11 Apr 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L27 FRL was last recorded at 116,114 miles on 18 Jun 2026, 3,989 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,125 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,989 miles
Average per year
9,665 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,114 miles
  • 2025 – 112,125 miles
  • 2024 – 105,760 miles
  • 2023 – 98,943 miles
  • 2022 – 90,663 miles
  • 2021 – 85,002 miles
  • 2020 – 78,277 miles
  • 2019 – 54,397 miles
  • 2018 – 38,763 miles
  • 2017 – 26,966 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,114 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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroded on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 28 Mar 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,114 miles (+3,989)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    116,114 miles
    Test number
    621385554065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass112,125 miles (+6,365)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    112,125 miles
    Test number
    477901467476
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass105,760 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    105,760 miles
    Test number
    596090784967
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail105,760 miles (+6,817)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,760 miles
    Test number
    898625849131
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass98,943 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    98,943 miles
    Test number
    486038603525
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroded on edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail98,943 miles (+8,280)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,943 miles
    Test number
    131306729390
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroded on edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass90,663 miles (+5,661)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    90,663 miles
    Test number
    201838042077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass85,002 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    85,002 miles
    Test number
    355841969680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail84,998 miles (+6,721)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,998 miles
    Test number
    248311463468
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge. (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass78,277 miles (+23,880)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    78,277 miles
    Test number
    133530068359
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both inside faces around Outer edges (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both around Outer edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass54,397 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    54,397 miles
    Test number
    826625561766
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Fail54,397 miles (+15,634)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,397 miles
    Test number
    510731279801
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  13. Pass38,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    38,763 miles
    Test number
    829634792257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail38,761 miles (+11,795)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,761 miles
    Test number
    369516570112
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
  15. Pass26,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    26,966 miles
    Test number
    756283295975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L27 FRL

Does L27 FRL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L27 FRL is valid until 17 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L27 FRL?
The MOT on L27 FRL is valid until 17 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L27 FRL done?
L27 FRL was recorded at 116,114 miles at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 9,665 miles a year.
Has L27 FRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L27 FRL has failed 5 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on L27 FRL 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 L27 FRL find?
L27 FRL passed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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