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Green · Petrol · 2002 · 1,595 cc

LA51 YVRMOT history

LA51 YVR is a green petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 16 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 20 Mar 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 107,191 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Mar 2025
Mileage
107,191 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,168 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 YVR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
16 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LA51 YVR was last recorded at 107,191 miles on 19 Mar 2025, 2,525 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,666 miles · 21 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
2,525 miles
Average per year
5,168 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 107,191 miles
  • 2024 – 104,666 miles
  • 2023 – 102,088 miles
  • 2022 – 98,905 miles
  • 2021 – 94,125 miles
  • 2020 – 90,391 miles
  • 2019 – 84,818 miles
  • 2018 – 80,014 miles
  • 2017 – 74,604 miles
  • 2016 – 66,723 miles
  • 2015 – 60,512 miles
  • 2014 – 54,038 miles
  • 2013 – 48,518 miles
  • 2012 – 44,205 miles
  • 2011 – 40,626 miles
  • 2010 – 35,922 miles
  • 2009 – 29,613 miles
  • 2008 – 19,500 miles
  • 2007 – 12,015 miles
  • 2006 – 8,761 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail107,191 miles
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements damaged (0.1 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens faded (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens faded (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail107,191 miles (+2,525)12 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,191 miles
    Test number
    430852896362
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements damaged (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens faded (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens faded (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass104,666 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    104,666 miles
    Test number
    872733217260
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Fail104,666 miles (+2,578)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,666 miles
    Test number
    566714784721
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • 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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded part of flexi hose too. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Pass102,088 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    102,088 miles
    Test number
    213735916520
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axel bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront ball joint boots slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail102,088 miles (+3,183)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,088 miles
    Test number
    281392222319
    • 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))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axel bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront ball joint boots slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass98,905 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    98,905 miles
    Test number
    437360211348
    • AdvisoryBoth front strut tops have lift in but not when on the ground
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail98,905 miles (+4,780)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,905 miles
    Test number
    485781468627
    • 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))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth front strut tops have lift in but not when on the ground
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass94,125 miles (+3,734)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    94,125 miles
    Test number
    190164204283
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass90,391 miles (+5,573)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    90,391 miles
    Test number
    963457470146
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front strut top has slight movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass84,818 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    84,818 miles
    Test number
    143629983168
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  11. Fail84,818 miles (+4,804)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,818 miles
    Test number
    552960755475
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  12. Pass80,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    80,014 miles
    Test number
    340607617985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail80,014 miles (+5,410)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,014 miles
    Test number
    535892524744
    • FailureCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)

  14. Pass74,604 miles (+7,881)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    74,604 miles
    Test number
    146176304846
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brakes have slight bind
    • AdvisoryMinor PAS leak from hose near gearbox

  15. Pass66,723 miles (+6,211)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    66,723 miles
    Test number
    173067709875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,512 miles (+6,474)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    60,512 miles
    Test number
    946176975075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,038 miles (+5,520)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    54,038 miles
    Test number
    895010864096
    • NoteSlight play in both front top strut mounts

  18. Pass48,518 miles (+4,313)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    48,518 miles
    Test number
    668077173036
    • NoteNearside rear tyre deteriorated
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn

  19. Fail44,205 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,205 miles
    Test number
    388661362018
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteDriver's window inoperative

  20. Pass44,205 miles (+3,579)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    44,205 miles
    Test number
    485561362015
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteDriver's window inoperative

  21. Pass40,626 miles (+4,704)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    40,626 miles
    Test number
    888849351031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass35,922 miles (+6,309)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    35,922 miles
    Test number
    251467450048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass29,613 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    29,613 miles
    Test number
    183751269013
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Fail29,613 miles (+95)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,613 miles
    Test number
    703061769081
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Fail29,518 miles (+10,018)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,518 miles
    Test number
    312728059016
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass19,500 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    19,500 miles
    Test number
    134829258451
    • NoteBoth front brake discs wearing on inner edges

  27. Fail19,499 miles (+7,484)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,499 miles
    Test number
    260228358033
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs wearing on inner edges

  28. Pass12,015 miles (+3,254)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    12,015 miles
    Test number
    112558457437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Pass8,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    8,761 miles
    Test number
    150421366031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 YVR

Does LA51 YVR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 YVR expired on 20 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 YVR?
The MOT on LA51 YVR expired on 20 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 YVR done?
LA51 YVR was recorded at 107,191 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2025, an average of 5,168 miles a year.
Has LA51 YVR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 YVR has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LA51 YVR 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 YVR find?
LA51 YVR failed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2025 with 12 major defects and 4 advisories: electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits, and 13 more.

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