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Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,596 cc

L77 KLYMOT history

L77 KLY is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 26 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 21 May 2024 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 96,168 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 May 2024
Mileage
96,168 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2025
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,046 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L77 KLY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
26 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 May 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

L77 KLY was last recorded at 96,168 miles on 30 Apr 2025, 2,396 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,772 miles · 22 May 2023
Between the last two tests
2,396 miles
Average per year
4,046 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,168 miles
  • 2023 – 93,772 miles
  • 2022 – 89,576 miles
  • 2021 – 85,447 miles
  • 2020 – 82,687 miles
  • 2019 – 79,900 miles
  • 2017 – 75,420 miles
  • 2016 – 68,521 miles
  • 2015 – 63,931 miles
  • 2014 – 54,825 miles
  • 2012 – 42,960 miles
  • 2011 – 37,973 miles
  • 2010 – 34,670 miles
  • 2009 – 31,425 miles
  • 2008 – 28,122 miles
  • 2007 – 24,197 miles
  • 2005 – 16,866 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail96,168 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 0.842 (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 5.87 (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 472 (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Nearside & Offside (4.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 23 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail96,168 miles (+2,396)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,168 miles
    Test number
    683115661847
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 0.842 (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 5.87 (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 472 (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Nearside & Offside (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass93,772 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    93,772 miles
    Test number
    418105587823
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n\s off\s front top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively n\s off\s rear (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Fail93,772 miles (+4,196)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,772 miles
    Test number
    283807896913
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n\s off\s front top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively n\s off\s rear (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Pass89,576 miles (+4,129)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    89,576 miles
    Test number
    690230465298
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass85,447 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    85,447 miles
    Test number
    549130500768
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail85,445 miles (+2,758)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,445 miles
    Test number
    102676436322
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass82,687 miles (+2,787)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    82,687 miles
    Test number
    835381327114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass79,900 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    79,900 miles
    Test number
    934844127183
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail79,865 miles (+4,445)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,865 miles
    Test number
    385540568963
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass75,420 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    75,420 miles
    Test number
    729463790074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  11. Fail75,420 miles (+6,899)5 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,420 miles
    Test number
    816764190651
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  12. Pass68,521 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    68,521 miles
    Test number
    776243248139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail68,502 miles (+23)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,502 miles
    Test number
    134781479051
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  14. Fail68,479 miles (+4,548)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,479 miles
    Test number
    368689889704
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users will not adjust (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high will not adjust (1.8)

  15. Pass63,931 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    63,931 miles
    Test number
    217031544782
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail63,931 miles (+9,106)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,931 miles
    Test number
    637664011482
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass54,825 miles (+127)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    54,825 miles
    Test number
    288333954483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail54,698 miles (+11,738)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,698 miles
    Test number
    139470954158
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass42,960 miles (+1,816)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    42,960 miles
    Test number
    585819742377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,144 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    41,144 miles
    Test number
    856932832163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail41,138 miles (+3,165)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,138 miles
    Test number
    217762132467
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine managment warning light on

  22. Pass37,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    37,973 miles
    Test number
    428547931135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail37,968 miles (+3,298)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,968 miles
    Test number
    896627331186
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/front disc pitted

  24. Pass34,670 miles (+3,245)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    34,670 miles
    Test number
    123514330121
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteIdle irratick intermittant

  25. Pass31,425 miles (+3,303)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    31,425 miles
    Test number
    214115539106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,122 miles (+3,925)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    28,122 miles
    Test number
    240537538465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass24,197 miles (+7,331)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    24,197 miles
    Test number
    201051647109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass16,866 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    16,866 miles
    Test number
    962496065269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L77 KLY

Does L77 KLY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L77 KLY expired on 21 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L77 KLY?
The MOT on L77 KLY expired on 21 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L77 KLY done?
L77 KLY was recorded at 96,168 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2025, an average of 4,046 miles a year.
Has L77 KLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L77 KLY has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L77 KLY 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 L77 KLY find?
L77 KLY failed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; brake performance unable to be tested; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 0.842, and 5 more.

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