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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LB03 FCGMOT history

LB03 FCG is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 6 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 9 Jun 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 136,590 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jun 2026
Mileage
136,590 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,015 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 FCG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
6 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
30 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 FCG was last recorded at 136,590 miles on 30 May 2025, 8,236 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,354 miles · 3 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
8,236 miles
Average per year
6,015 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 136,590 miles
  • 2024 – 128,354 miles
  • 2023 – 126,485 miles
  • 2022 – 121,702 miles
  • 2021 – 116,867 miles
  • 2020 – 112,765 miles
  • 2019 – 106,878 miles
  • 2018 – 100,586 miles
  • 2017 – 94,745 miles
  • 2016 – 88,214 miles
  • 2015 – 82,200 miles
  • 2014 – 77,354 miles
  • 2013 – 73,177 miles
  • 2012 – 70,060 miles
  • 2011 – 67,492 miles
  • 2010 – 58,024 miles
  • 2009 – 48,730 miles
  • 2008 – 38,865 miles
  • 2007 – 30,478 miles
  • 2006 – 22,329 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,590 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth headlamps have moisture inside

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 Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Stone chip to window screen

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 1 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,590 miles (+8,236)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    136,590 miles
    Test number
    652396444616
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps have moisture inside
  2. Pass128,354 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    128,354 miles
    Test number
    660849619186
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front indicator lens holed - not affecting lighting
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryRear axle, both forward bushes are deteriorated - no movement
  3. Fail128,354 miles (+1,869)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,354 miles
    Test number
    191483031936
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front indicator lens holed - not affecting lighting
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryRear axle, both forward bushes are deteriorated - no movement
  4. Pass126,485 miles (+118)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    126,485 miles
    Test number
    866310324106
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower suspension arm rear bush is partially unbonded and splitting - no movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop is deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower suspension arm rear bush is partially unbonded
    • AdvisoryRear axle, both forward bushes are deteriorated - no movement
  5. Fail126,367 miles (+4,665)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,367 miles
    Test number
    885415209037
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter obviously defective broken up internally (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower suspension arm rear bush is partially unbonded and splitting - no movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear bump stop is deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower suspension arm rear bush is partially unbonded
    • AdvisoryRear axle, both forward bushes are deteriorated - no movement
  6. Pass121,702 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    121,702 miles
    Test number
    657797943342
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryStone chip to window screen
  7. Fail121,701 miles (+4,834)1 dangerous3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,701 miles
    Test number
    101866968441
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryStone chip to window screen
  8. Pass116,867 miles (+2)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    116,867 miles
    Test number
    336195017339
    • AdvisoryCAT to centre exhaust join sleeve clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front indicator lens damaged and holed (taped over) and has water in - not affecting lighting
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses starting to stress crack
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm rear bushes partially unbonded and slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn/wearing on very edges - rest of tread 4mm
    • AdvisoryRear axle, both forward bushes deteriorated - no movement
    • AdvisorySlight coolant leak - n/s lower corner of radiator
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryStonechip to windscreen
  9. Fail116,865 miles (+4,100)2 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,865 miles
    Test number
    478104772745
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCAT to centre exhaust join sleeve clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front indicator lens damaged and holed (taped over) and has water in - not affecting lighting
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses starting to stress crack
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm rear bushes partially unbonded and slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn/wearing on very edges - rest of tread 4mm
    • AdvisoryRear axle, both forward bushes deteriorated - no movement
    • AdvisorySlight coolant leak - n/s lower corner of radiator
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak
    • AdvisoryStonechip to windscreen
  10. Pass112,765 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    112,765 miles
    Test number
    437094048494
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section ,also front section to manifold has a bolt broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust mounting corroded
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust sleave clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryHead light lenses starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryStone chip to window screen
  11. Fail112,765 miles (+5,887)3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,765 miles
    Test number
    567868587552
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi section ,also front section to manifold has a bolt broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust mounting corroded
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust sleave clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryHead light lenses starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryStone chip to window screen
  12. Pass106,878 miles (+6,292)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    106,878 miles
    Test number
    608245734706
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCENTRE EXHAUST MOUNTING RUSTED OFF...
    • AdvisorySLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH FRONT TOP STRUT MOUNTS...
  13. Pass100,586 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    100,586 miles
    Test number
    573202481604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail100,585 miles (+5,840)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,585 miles
    Test number
    910233371889
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  15. Pass94,745 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    94,745 miles
    Test number
    749459722375
    • 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)
  16. Fail94,745 miles (+117)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,745 miles
    Test number
    618757324753
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both fronts (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Fail94,628 miles (+6,414)8 failures1 repaired14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,628 miles
    Test number
    809494299765
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated also cracked (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively smearing (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively smearing (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on very inner edge - rest of tread 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm, all others 5mm approx. (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on very inner edge - rest of tread 2-3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door check strap noisy
    • AdvisoryRear rear end of n/s front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' stonechip (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly stress cracked and have cuts to tread to cord but less than 25mm in length
    • AdvisoryBoth track rod end ball joint boots slightly stress cracked
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken - can be welded
    • AdvisorySlight lip to front brake discs
  18. Pass88,214 miles (+6,014)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    88,214 miles
    Test number
    107873555498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass82,200 miles (+4,846)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    82,200 miles
    Test number
    509909145107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass77,354 miles (+4,177)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    77,354 miles
    Test number
    228698444193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass73,177 miles (+3,117)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    73,177 miles
    Test number
    395890753197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass70,060 miles (+2,568)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    70,060 miles
    Test number
    345538952152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass67,492 miles (+9,468)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    67,492 miles
    Test number
    298274551436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass58,024 miles (+9,294)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    58,024 miles
    Test number
    292604440119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass48,730 miles (+9,865)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    48,730 miles
    Test number
    640836439195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass38,865 miles (+8,387)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    38,865 miles
    Test number
    121959248173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass30,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    30,478 miles
    Test number
    414355857101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail30,478 miles (+8,149)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,478 miles
    Test number
    564825757128
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
  29. Pass22,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    22,329 miles
    Test number
    533732856114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 FCG

Does LB03 FCG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 FCG expired on 9 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 FCG?
The MOT on LB03 FCG expired on 9 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 FCG done?
LB03 FCG was recorded at 136,590 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2025, an average of 6,015 miles a year.
Has LB03 FCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 FCG has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LB03 FCG 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 LB03 FCG find?
LB03 FCG passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2025 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; both headlamps have moisture inside.

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