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Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

L30 LCDMOT history

L30 LCD is a grey diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 19 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 21 Aug 2025 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 104,648 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Aug 2025
Mileage
104,648 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2024
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,659 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 LCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 LCD was last recorded at 104,648 miles on 22 Aug 2024, 3,483 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,165 miles · 17 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
3,483 miles
Average per year
4,659 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 104,648 miles
  • 2020 – 101,165 miles
  • 2019 – 95,317 miles
  • 2018 – 90,249 miles
  • 2017 – 90,184 miles
  • 2015 – 80,709 miles
  • 2014 – 68,025 miles
  • 2013 – 56,824 miles
  • 2012 – 46,154 miles
  • 2011 – 45,023 miles
  • 2010 – 39,646 miles
  • 2009 – 33,271 miles
  • 2008 – 28,304 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,648 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

17 tests since 3 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,648 miles (+3,483)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    104,648 miles
    Test number
    293034503342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass101,165 miles (+5,848)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    101,165 miles
    Test number
    697180561429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass95,317 miles (+5,068)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    95,317 miles
    Test number
    313370930885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass90,249 miles (+65)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    90,249 miles
    Test number
    466474362563
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake just met minimum requirement.
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  5. Pass90,184 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    90,184 miles
    Test number
    253758283986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail90,182 miles (+9,473)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,182 miles
    Test number
    297351158504
    • FailureNearside Ball joint has had excessive heat applied (2.2.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  7. Pass80,709 miles (+12,684)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    80,709 miles
    Test number
    258689517962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,025 miles (+11,201)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    68,025 miles
    Test number
    759678394116
    • NoteO/S rear brake has tight spot when wheel spun

  9. Pass56,824 miles (+10,670)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    56,824 miles
    Test number
    885913003272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass46,154 miles (+1,131)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    46,154 miles
    Test number
    849111502209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass45,023 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    45,023 miles
    Test number
    958975001103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail45,018 miles (+5,372)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,018 miles
    Test number
    967942901177
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass39,646 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    39,646 miles
    Test number
    233937400430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail39,591 miles (+6,320)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,591 miles
    Test number
    253563900496
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureRear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

  15. Pass33,271 miles (+4,967)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    33,271 miles
    Test number
    872964809164
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  16. Pass28,304 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    28,304 miles
    Test number
    653164898084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight feathering on both rear tyes
    • NoteUnable to open boot from interior switch
    • NoteUnable to tilt n/s/f seat

  17. Fail28,304 miles1 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,304 miles
    Test number
    894984498014
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight feathering on both rear tyes
    • NoteUnable to open boot from interior switch
    • NoteUnable to tilt n/s/f seat

Questions about L30 LCD

Does L30 LCD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L30 LCD expired on 21 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L30 LCD?
The MOT on L30 LCD expired on 21 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L30 LCD done?
L30 LCD was recorded at 104,648 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2024, an average of 4,659 miles a year.
Has L30 LCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 LCD has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2017.
Has the mileage on L30 LCD 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 LCD find?
L30 LCD passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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