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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LB03 GYXMOT history

LB03 GYX is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 13 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 17 Jul 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 55,357 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Jul 2024
Mileage
55,357 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,255 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 GYX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 GYX was last recorded at 55,357 miles on 13 Jul 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,357 miles · 12 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,255 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 55,357 miles
  • 2022 – 55,092 miles
  • 2021 – 54,722 miles
  • 2020 – 54,222 miles
  • 2019 – 53,312 miles
  • 2018 – 52,203 miles
  • 2017 – 51,295 miles
  • 2016 – 50,327 miles
  • 2015 – 48,558 miles
  • 2014 – 47,169 miles
  • 2013 – 46,249 miles
  • 2012 – 45,072 miles
  • 2011 – 43,086 miles
  • 2010 – 41,724 miles
  • 2009 – 40,008 miles
  • 2008 – 38,309 miles
  • 2007 – 36,001 miles
  • 2006 – 33,951 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,357 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,357 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    55,357 miles
    Test number
    428608348463
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Fail55,357 miles (+265)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,357 miles
    Test number
    388704741662
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass55,092 miles (+370)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    55,092 miles
    Test number
    750985696377
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass54,722 miles (+500)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    54,722 miles
    Test number
    448982765524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass54,222 miles (+910)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    54,222 miles
    Test number
    168725204254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass53,312 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    53,312 miles
    Test number
    392612322372
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail53,312 miles (+1,109)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,312 miles
    Test number
    774367494948
    • MajorRear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
    • MinorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass52,203 miles (+908)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    52,203 miles
    Test number
    994551872260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass51,295 miles (+968)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    51,295 miles
    Test number
    598742532375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass50,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    50,327 miles
    Test number
    543581240631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail50,327 miles (+1,769)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,327 miles
    Test number
    861179084428
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

  12. Pass48,558 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    48,558 miles
    Test number
    355937885131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Fail48,555 miles (+1,386)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,555 miles
    Test number
    826062685193
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • 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 Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  14. Pass47,169 miles (+920)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    47,169 miles
    Test number
    495229884100
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass46,249 miles (+1,177)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    46,249 miles
    Test number
    118263193123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    45,072 miles
    Test number
    345073192121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail45,072 miles (+1,986)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,072 miles
    Test number
    657123092119
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Fail43,086 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,086 miles
    Test number
    828645591167
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass43,086 miles (+1,362)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    43,086 miles
    Test number
    849745891159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,724 miles (+1,716)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    41,724 miles
    Test number
    484289221923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail40,008 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,008 miles
    Test number
    220978099493
    • 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)

  22. Pass40,008 miles (+1,699)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    40,008 miles
    Test number
    934658099133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,309 miles (+2,308)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    38,309 miles
    Test number
    950795388141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,001 miles (+2,050)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    36,001 miles
    Test number
    394910077161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass33,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    33,951 miles
    Test number
    703673776130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 GYX

Does LB03 GYX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 GYX expired on 17 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 GYX?
The MOT on LB03 GYX expired on 17 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 GYX done?
LB03 GYX was recorded at 55,357 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2023, an average of 1,255 miles a year.
Has LB03 GYX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 GYX has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LB03 GYX 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 GYX find?
LB03 GYX passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2023 with 3 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule.

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