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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LB03 GZAMOT history

LB03 GZA is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 7 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 19 Dec 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 82,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Dec 2023
Mileage
82,640 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,459 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 GZA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 GZA was last recorded at 82,640 miles on 3 Dec 2022, 6,556 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,084 miles · 14 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
6,556 miles
Average per year
4,459 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 82,640 miles
  • 2021 – 76,084 miles
  • 2020 – 69,613 miles
  • 2019 – 64,104 miles
  • 2018 – 47,589 miles
  • 2017 – 43,367 miles
  • 2016 – 38,545 miles
  • 2014 – 32,097 miles
  • 2013 – 26,109 miles
  • 2012 – 26,006 miles
  • 2011 – 25,232 miles
  • 2010 – 23,594 miles
  • 2009 – 19,651 miles
  • 2008 – 14,712 miles
  • 2007 – 11,730 miles
  • 2006 – 9,031 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,640 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,640 miles (+6,556)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    82,640 miles
    Test number
    335203268488
    • MinorNearside Obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  2. Pass76,084 miles (+6,471)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    76,084 miles
    Test number
    683564841944
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass69,613 miles (+5,509)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    69,613 miles
    Test number
    919389110993
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint has slight play both front (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass64,104 miles (+16,515)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    64,104 miles
    Test number
    361943308784
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass47,589 miles (+4,222)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    47,589 miles
    Test number
    161137684087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass43,367 miles (+4,822)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    43,367 miles
    Test number
    437516009865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass38,545 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    38,545 miles
    Test number
    837551211704
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened neat side + offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner arm slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened off side (3.5.1i)

  8. Fail38,545 miles (+6,448)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,545 miles
    Test number
    934626958602
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened neat side + offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner arm slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened off side (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass32,097 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    32,097 miles
    Test number
    887252254247
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  10. Fail32,097 miles (+5,988)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,097 miles
    Test number
    798112554217
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  11. Fail26,109 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,109 miles
    Test number
    446443843275
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  12. Pass26,109 miles (+103)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    26,109 miles
    Test number
    598693043256
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass26,006 miles (+774)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    26,006 miles
    Test number
    685364122261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass25,232 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    25,232 miles
    Test number
    319704231259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail25,214 miles (+1,620)2 dangerous2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,214 miles
    Test number
    377822031236
    • DangerousNearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousNearside Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNearside front indicator damaged

  16. Pass23,594 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    23,594 miles
    Test number
    182174220238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail23,593 miles (+3,942)9 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,593 miles
    Test number
    520812720243
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front indicator lens incomplete
    • NoteOffside reartyre worn low on outer shoulder

  18. Pass19,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    19,651 miles
    Test number
    911014839202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail19,651 miles (+4,939)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,651 miles
    Test number
    761484039235
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn inner edge

  20. Pass14,712 miles (+2,982)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    14,712 miles
    Test number
    700099588154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,730 miles (+2,699)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    11,730 miles
    Test number
    461481477158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass9,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    9,031 miles
    Test number
    152321256162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 GZA

Does LB03 GZA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 GZA expired on 19 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 GZA?
The MOT on LB03 GZA expired on 19 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 GZA done?
LB03 GZA was recorded at 82,640 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2022, an average of 4,459 miles a year.
Has LB03 GZA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 GZA has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2016.
Has the mileage on LB03 GZA 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 GZA find?
LB03 GZA passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside obligatory indirect vision device slightly damaged; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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