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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,595 cc

LA51 XXLMOT history

LA51 XXL is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 19 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 6 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 98,441 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Aug 2024
Mileage
98,441 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,491 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 XXL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
19 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LA51 XXL was last recorded at 98,441 miles on 1 Nov 2024, 360 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,081 miles · 7 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
360 miles
Average per year
4,491 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 98,441 miles
  • 2023 – 98,081 miles
  • 2022 – 96,032 miles
  • 2021 – 94,545 miles
  • 2020 – 88,811 miles
  • 2019 – 81,062 miles
  • 2018 – 72,826 miles
  • 2017 – 64,662 miles
  • 2016 – 57,132 miles
  • 2015 – 49,818 miles
  • 2014 – 45,717 miles
  • 2013 – 32,838 miles
  • 2012 – 28,854 miles
  • 2011 – 26,767 miles
  • 2010 – 24,759 miles
  • 2009 – 22,847 miles
  • 2008 – 20,587 miles
  • 2007 – 18,066 miles
  • 2006 – 14,929 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail98,441 miles
  • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to excessive smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail98,441 miles (+360)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,441 miles
    Test number
    393250196677
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Due to excessive smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass98,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    98,081 miles
    Test number
    252529579932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail98,081 miles (+2,049)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,081 miles
    Test number
    635534782896
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass96,032 miles (+1,487)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    96,032 miles
    Test number
    824827242298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass94,545 miles (+5,734)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    94,545 miles
    Test number
    348519147341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass88,811 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    88,811 miles
    Test number
    571925116881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail88,811 miles (+7,749)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,811 miles
    Test number
    373904268051
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Undertray insecure inner arch (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass81,062 miles (+8,236)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    81,062 miles
    Test number
    199221014238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass72,826 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    72,826 miles
    Test number
    118616120310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail72,826 miles (+8,164)1 dangerous3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,826 miles
    Test number
    475191472402
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testFront Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass64,662 miles (+7,530)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    64,662 miles
    Test number
    126397842943
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass57,132 miles (+7,314)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    57,132 miles
    Test number
    533758287697
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass49,818 miles (+4,101)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    49,818 miles
    Test number
    947052985182
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteScreen cracked

  14. Pass45,717 miles (+12,879)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    45,717 miles
    Test number
    916144994054
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteSlight perishing to n/s/r tyre on sidewalls

  15. Pass32,838 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    32,838 miles
    Test number
    226966083039
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail32,838 miles (+3,984)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,838 miles
    Test number
    425026183018
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail28,854 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,854 miles
    Test number
    438442202126
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass28,854 miles (+2,087)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    28,854 miles
    Test number
    527262302144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,767 miles (+2,008)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    26,767 miles
    Test number
    846006291002
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass24,759 miles (+1,912)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    24,759 miles
    Test number
    471493400190
    • NoteAll brake discs slightly lipped.
    • NoteFront brake pads approx.6000 miles.
    • NoteNSR Tyre tread pattern slightly distorted.
    • NoteOSR Tyre tread at 2.0mm
    • NoteRear axle bushes slightly perished.
    • NoteRear brake pads approx. 6000 miles.

  21. Pass22,847 miles (+2,260)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    22,847 miles
    Test number
    121939599433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,587 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    20,587 miles
    Test number
    252816108166
    • NoteBoth front anti-roll bar bushes starting to wear
    • NoteBoth front inner wishbone bushes starting to split
    • NoteFront brake discs starting to corrode on inner faces
    • NoteFront wiperblades poor
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn to 3mm

  23. Fail20,587 miles (+2,521)3 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,587 miles
    Test number
    311886408175
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteBoth front anti-roll bar bushes starting to wear
    • NoteBoth front inner wishbone bushes starting to split
    • NoteFront brake discs starting to corrode on inner faces
    • NoteFront wiperblades poor
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn to 3mm

  24. Pass18,066 miles (+3,137)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    18,066 miles
    Test number
    382797607193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    14,929 miles
    Test number
    463778586044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 XXL

Does LA51 XXL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 XXL expired on 6 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 XXL?
The MOT on LA51 XXL expired on 6 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 XXL done?
LA51 XXL was recorded at 98,441 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2024, an average of 4,491 miles a year.
Has LA51 XXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 XXL has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LA51 XXL 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 LA51 XXL find?
LA51 XXL failed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 2 major defects and 1 minor defect: rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; emissions unable to be completed due to excessive smoke; front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 1 more.

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