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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,596 cc

L90 BLUMOT history

L90 BLU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 10 Apr 2002. Its MOT expired on 5 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 118,776 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Nov 2025
Mileage
118,776 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2024
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,573 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L90 BLU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
10 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L90 BLU was last recorded at 118,776 miles on 6 Nov 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,776 miles · 8 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,573 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 118,776 miles
  • 2023 – 104,578 miles
  • 2022 – 94,335 miles
  • 2021 – 92,472 miles
  • 2019 – 87,016 miles
  • 2018 – 86,279 miles
  • 2017 – 84,382 miles
  • 2016 – 82,638 miles
  • 2014 – 76,560 miles
  • 2012 – 68,295 miles
  • 2011 – 63,986 miles
  • 2009 – 51,777 miles
  • 2008 – 42,044 miles
  • 2007 – 38,378 miles
  • 2006 – 33,134 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,776 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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.

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass118,776 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    118,776 miles
    Test number
    774059253790
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail118,776 miles (+14,198)1 dangerous8 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,776 miles
    Test number
    860177660951
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) missing (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested fluid leaking (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass104,578 miles (+62)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    104,578 miles
    Test number
    540398384831
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail104,516 miles (+10,181)10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,516 miles
    Test number
    437577539305
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light displayed.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass94,335 miles (+1,863)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    94,335 miles
    Test number
    749432688049
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront EML light indicating engine fault.
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  6. Pass92,472 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    92,472 miles
    Test number
    132492011401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail92,469 miles (+5,453)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,469 miles
    Test number
    117617514526
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
  8. Pass87,016 miles (+737)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    87,016 miles
    Test number
    254135767112
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass86,279 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    86,279 miles
    Test number
    985457675868
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOff side rear tyre cracked/perished and has a screw in the tread
  10. Fail86,279 miles (+1,897)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,279 miles
    Test number
    481117122737
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag warning light on (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOff side rear tyre cracked/perished and has a screw in the tread
  11. Pass84,382 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    84,382 miles
    Test number
    539380903671
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Fail84,382 miles (+1,744)6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,382 miles
    Test number
    698168216104
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUndertray damaged
  13. Pass82,638 miles (+2,273)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    82,638 miles
    Test number
    498626515567
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  14. Pass80,365 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    80,365 miles
    Test number
    791234579605
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOff side rear tyre cracked and perished
  15. Fail80,365 miles (+3,805)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,365 miles
    Test number
    127798964472
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOff side rear tyre cracked and perished
    • AdvisoryOff side wiper deteriorating
  16. Pass76,560 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    76,560 miles
    Test number
    546504464329
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked and perished
  17. Fail76,560 miles (+4,313)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,560 miles
    Test number
    769964664319
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked and perished
  18. Pass72,247 miles (+3,952)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    72,247 miles
    Test number
    437886604048
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked/perished slightly
  19. Pass68,295 miles (+4,309)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    68,295 miles
    Test number
    505442062345
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
  20. Pass63,986 miles (+5,490)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    63,986 miles
    Test number
    439633461382
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  21. Pass58,496 miles (+6,719)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    58,496 miles
    Test number
    509558101013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass51,777 miles (+6,380)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    51,777 miles
    Test number
    954765859363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,397 miles (+3,353)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    45,397 miles
    Test number
    840572809027
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
  24. Pass42,044 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    42,044 miles
    Test number
    262633748065
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  25. Fail42,044 miles (+3,666)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,044 miles
    Test number
    494753348049
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  26. Fail38,378 miles1 repaired6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,378 miles
    Test number
    112530947037
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteAdvise( engine management light on)
    • NoteAdvise( handbrake operation feels rough/ creaking)
    • NoteAdvise( rear pads beginning to wear low)
    • NoteAdvise( slight judder from front brake readings )
    • NoteAdvise( slight lift at n,s,f strut top mount)
    • NoteAdvise( slight weep at o,s,r shocky)
  27. Pass38,378 miles (+5,244)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    38,378 miles
    Test number
    640790947028
    • NoteAdvise( engine management light on)
    • NoteAdvise( handbrake operation feels rough/ creaking)
    • NoteAdvise( rear pads beginning to wear low)
    • NoteAdvise( slight judder from front brake readings )
    • NoteAdvise( slight lift at n,s,f strut top mount)
    • NoteAdvise( slight weep at o,s,r shocky)
  28. Pass33,134 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    33,134 miles
    Test number
    834325946060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail33,134 miles3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,134 miles
    Test number
    810605446060
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NotePower tseering pipe damp at n/s rack † †o/s/f pads low † †o/s/r shock slight oil leak † †play at n/s/f top strut mount † †

Questions about L90 BLU

Does L90 BLU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L90 BLU expired on 5 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L90 BLU?
The MOT on L90 BLU expired on 5 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L90 BLU done?
L90 BLU was recorded at 118,776 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2024, an average of 4,573 miles a year.
Has L90 BLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L90 BLU has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on L90 BLU 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 L90 BLU find?
L90 BLU passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2024 with 1 minor defect: nearside registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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