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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,596 cc

L7 RUEMOT history

L7 RUE is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 22 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 166,468 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
166,468 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,709 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 RUE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
22 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 RUE was last recorded at 166,468 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 4,444 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,024 miles · 12 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,444 miles
Average per year
8,709 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,468 miles
  • 2025 – 162,024 miles
  • 2024 – 157,641 miles
  • 2023 – 154,759 miles
  • 2021 – 154,021 miles
  • 2020 – 153,725 miles
  • 2019 – 140,178 miles
  • 2018 – 131,603 miles
  • 2017 – 123,499 miles
  • 2016 – 111,216 miles
  • 2015 – 93,643 miles
  • 2014 – 80,842 miles
  • 2013 – 62,826 miles
  • 2012 – 52,654 miles
  • 2011 – 35,037 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,468 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 12 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,468 miles (+4,444)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    166,468 miles
    Test number
    701630086018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass162,024 miles (+4,383)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    162,024 miles
    Test number
    344631884159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass157,641 miles (+2,882)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    157,641 miles
    Test number
    995834878773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass154,759 miles (+738)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    154,759 miles
    Test number
    179731119915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass154,021 miles (+296)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    154,021 miles
    Test number
    836021719977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass153,725 miles (+13,547)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    153,725 miles
    Test number
    404862265517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass140,178 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    140,178 miles
    Test number
    322515668075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail140,173 miles (+8,570)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,173 miles
    Test number
    778078444050
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass131,603 miles (+8,104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    131,603 miles
    Test number
    173323385830
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all at rear (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass123,499 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    123,499 miles
    Test number
    488796034449
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Fail123,499 miles (+12,283)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,499 miles
    Test number
    759828146963
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass111,216 miles (+17,573)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    111,216 miles
    Test number
    174577068788
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass93,643 miles (+12,801)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    93,643 miles
    Test number
    968824015155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass80,842 miles (+18,016)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    80,842 miles
    Test number
    449585914126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass62,826 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    62,826 miles
    Test number
    299099513418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail62,826 miles (+10,172)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,826 miles
    Test number
    937189213119
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass52,654 miles (+17,617)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    52,654 miles
    Test number
    435025922091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,037 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    35,037 miles
    Test number
    145833741004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

Questions about L7 RUE

Does L7 RUE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 RUE is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 RUE?
The MOT on L7 RUE is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 RUE done?
L7 RUE was recorded at 166,468 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 8,709 miles a year.
Has L7 RUE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 RUE has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2019.
Has the mileage on L7 RUE 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 RUE find?
L7 RUE passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill; offside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill.

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