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Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,596 cc

L7 NBNMOT history

L7 NBN is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 17 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 82,400 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
82,400 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,760 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 NBN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
17 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 NBN was last recorded at 82,400 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 924 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,476 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
924 miles
Average per year
3,760 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,400 miles
  • 2025 – 81,476 miles
  • 2024 – 81,469 miles
  • 2022 – 81,252 miles
  • 2021 – 78,327 miles
  • 2019 – 77,418 miles
  • 2018 – 74,579 miles
  • 2017 – 71,007 miles
  • 2016 – 63,913 miles
  • 2015 – 57,204 miles
  • 2014 – 53,052 miles
  • 2013 – 48,065 miles
  • 2012 – 39,434 miles
  • 2011 – 33,234 miles
  • 2010 – 26,425 miles
  • 2009 – 20,029 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,400 miles
  • AdvisoryAfter market exhaust fitted bouncing about
  • AdvisoryUnder-sealed all over

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.

  • Center exhaust clamp in a poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Outer sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,400 miles (+924)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    82,400 miles
    Test number
    348436102476
    • AdvisoryAfter market exhaust fitted bouncing about
    • AdvisoryUnder-sealed all over

  2. Pass81,476 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    81,476 miles
    Test number
    930749210773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass81,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    81,469 miles
    Test number
    873243544046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail81,469 miles (+217)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,469 miles
    Test number
    700716435773
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass81,252 miles (+179)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    81,252 miles
    Test number
    125200625520
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust clamp in a poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill corroded

  6. Fail81,073 miles (+2,746)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,073 miles
    Test number
    809519675800
    • MajorExhaust system insecure Rear exhaust clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust clamp in a poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill corroded

  7. Pass78,327 miles (+909)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    78,327 miles
    Test number
    714950949507
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass77,418 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    77,418 miles
    Test number
    917840132029
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail77,418 miles (+2,839)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,418 miles
    Test number
    521785614278
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass74,579 miles (+3,572)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    74,579 miles
    Test number
    312167200828
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin discs are worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight movement in the rear wishbone bushes x2

  11. Pass71,007 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    71,007 miles
    Test number
    748370434093
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail71,006 miles (+7,093)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,006 miles
    Test number
    531698149062
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass63,913 miles (+6,709)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    63,913 miles
    Test number
    293338248725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,204 miles (+4,152)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    57,204 miles
    Test number
    532398728562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,052 miles (+4,987)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    53,052 miles
    Test number
    639371224379
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on outer edges and damaged on edge of tread
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass48,065 miles (+8,631)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    48,065 miles
    Test number
    505194023340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail39,434 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,434 miles
    Test number
    295796122391
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDouble thickness number plates fitted.
    • NoteSlight age cracking to side walls on both rear tyres.

  18. Pass39,434 miles (+6,200)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    39,434 miles
    Test number
    488466522458
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDouble thickness number plates fitted.
    • NoteSlight age cracking to side walls on both rear tyres.

  19. Pass33,234 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    33,234 miles
    Test number
    317388021315
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs showing signs of wear

  20. Fail33,234 miles (+6,809)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,234 miles
    Test number
    719687221348
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs showing signs of wear
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on edges and very deteriorated
    • NoteRear tyres wearing close to limit and deteriorated

  21. Pass26,425 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    26,425 miles
    Test number
    721268320388
    • NoteFront and rear number plates double thickness.
    • NoteOffside front and offside rear tyres starting to crack up on outer wall

  22. Fail26,425 miles (+6,396)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,425 miles
    Test number
    954788020313
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteOffside front and offside rear tyres starting to crack up on outer wall

  23. Pass20,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    20,029 miles
    Test number
    410259969232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail20,029 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,029 miles
    Test number
    423139769299
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Questions about L7 NBN

Does L7 NBN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 NBN is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 NBN?
The MOT on L7 NBN is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 NBN done?
L7 NBN was recorded at 82,400 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 3,760 miles a year.
Has L7 NBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 NBN has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 May 2024.
Has the mileage on L7 NBN 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 L7 NBN find?
L7 NBN passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: after market exhaust fitted bouncing about; under-sealed all over.

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