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Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,781 cc

L30 BBLMOT history

L30 BBL is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 21 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 18 Jul 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 106,086 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jul 2023
Mileage
106,086 mi
At MOT on 19 Jul 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,810 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 BBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
21 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 BBL was last recorded at 106,086 miles on 19 Jul 2022, 255 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,831 miles · 6 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
255 miles
Average per year
3,810 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 106,086 miles
  • 2021 – 105,831 miles
  • 2019 – 104,461 miles
  • 2018 – 103,101 miles
  • 2017 – 101,533 miles
  • 2016 – 101,340 miles
  • 2015 – 100,748 miles
  • 2014 – 96,049 miles
  • 2013 – 89,447 miles
  • 2012 – 85,540 miles
  • 2011 – 80,810 miles
  • 2010 – 74,725 miles
  • 2009 – 61,856 miles
  • 2008 – 56,518 miles
  • 2007 – 49,277 miles
  • 2006 – 43,796 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,086 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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 Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

22 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,086 miles (+255)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    106,086 miles
    Test number
    468102814084
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  2. Pass105,831 miles (+1,370)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    105,831 miles
    Test number
    974457976400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass104,461 miles (+1,360)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    104,461 miles
    Test number
    206700579862
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Pass103,101 miles (+1,568)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    103,101 miles
    Test number
    158460093673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass101,533 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    101,533 miles
    Test number
    284919899977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail101,533 miles (+193)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,533 miles
    Test number
    327858288689
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  7. Pass101,340 miles (+592)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    101,340 miles
    Test number
    461965788037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass100,748 miles (+4,699)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    100,748 miles
    Test number
    265362355423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass96,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    96,049 miles
    Test number
    818857054143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail96,048 miles (+6,601)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,048 miles
    Test number
    379367354117
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

  11. Pass89,447 miles (+3,907)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    89,447 miles
    Test number
    365821153125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,540 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    85,540 miles
    Test number
    806908552115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail85,531 miles (+4,721)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,531 miles
    Test number
    485184952167
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

  14. Pass80,810 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    80,810 miles
    Test number
    809890301288
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteElectrical fault on windscreen wipers
    • NoteEml on
    • NoteSlight wear/play in steering rack

  15. Fail80,810 miles (+6,085)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,810 miles
    Test number
    296849691402
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteElectrical fault on windscreen wipers
    • NoteEml on
    • NoteSlight wear/play in steering rack

  16. Pass74,725 miles (+43)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    74,725 miles
    Test number
    914075330103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail74,682 miles (+12,826)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,682 miles
    Test number
    183344130159
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass61,856 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    61,856 miles
    Test number
    924313799034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail61,830 miles (+5,312)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,830 miles
    Test number
    802922199099
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass56,518 miles (+7,241)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    56,518 miles
    Test number
    961087188002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,277 miles (+5,481)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    49,277 miles
    Test number
    952217587000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass43,796 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    43,796 miles
    Test number
    262513476042
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on limit - suggest replace

Questions about L30 BBL

Does L30 BBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L30 BBL expired on 18 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L30 BBL?
The MOT on L30 BBL expired on 18 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L30 BBL done?
L30 BBL was recorded at 106,086 miles at its MOT on 19 Jul 2022, an average of 3,810 miles a year.
Has L30 BBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 BBL has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jun 2017.
Has the mileage on L30 BBL 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 L30 BBL find?
L30 BBL passed its latest MOT on 19 Jul 2022 with 1 minor defect: offside front inner steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt.

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