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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LB03 MZTMOT history

LB03 MZT is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 19 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 28 Aug 2024 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 116,688 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Aug 2024
Mileage
116,688 mi
At MOT on 29 Aug 2023
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,753 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 MZT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 MZT was last recorded at 116,688 miles on 29 Aug 2023, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,681 miles · 14 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
5,753 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 116,688 miles
  • 2022 – 114,502 miles
  • 2021 – 114,093 miles
  • 2020 – 112,916 miles
  • 2018 – 110,757 miles
  • 2017 – 110,380 miles
  • 2016 – 101,520 miles
  • 2015 – 99,085 miles
  • 2014 – 88,106 miles
  • 2013 – 78,598 miles
  • 2012 – 70,206 miles
  • 2011 – 62,093 miles
  • 2010 – 52,965 miles
  • 2009 – 43,423 miles
  • 2008 – 33,883 miles
  • 2007 – 25,943 miles
  • 2006 – 19,661 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,688 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))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.

  • Both o/s tyres badly cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,688 miles (+7)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    116,688 miles
    Test number
    285590577905
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail116,681 miles (+2,179)5 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,681 miles
    Test number
    820805377734
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective loose / insecure and clouding up (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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 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))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass114,502 miles (+409)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    114,502 miles
    Test number
    569553853951
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass114,093 miles (+1,177)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    114,093 miles
    Test number
    361645304192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass112,916 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2021
    Odometer
    112,916 miles
    Test number
    165947529336
    • AdvisoryBoth o/s tyres badly cracking

  6. Fail112,892 miles (+2,135)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,892 miles
    Test number
    277798819231
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth o/s tyres badly cracking

  7. Pass110,757 miles (+377)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    110,757 miles
    Test number
    265307996238
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass110,380 miles (+8,860)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    110,380 miles
    Test number
    899648560920
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  9. Pass101,520 miles (+2,435)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    101,520 miles
    Test number
    501671702856
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  10. Pass99,085 miles (+10,979)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    99,085 miles
    Test number
    487183812707
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass88,106 miles (+9,508)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    88,106 miles
    Test number
    556204304339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass78,598 miles (+8,392)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    78,598 miles
    Test number
    406641513385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,206 miles (+8,113)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    70,206 miles
    Test number
    217904632318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail62,093 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,093 miles
    Test number
    475514861496
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass62,093 miles (+9,128)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    62,093 miles
    Test number
    496274961316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail52,965 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,965 miles
    Test number
    442508340448
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass52,965 miles (+9,542)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    52,965 miles
    Test number
    573498240325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,423 miles (+9,540)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    43,423 miles
    Test number
    462705769435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,883 miles (+7,940)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    33,883 miles
    Test number
    644845868391
    • 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)

  20. Pass25,943 miles (+6,282)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    25,943 miles
    Test number
    212867437347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,661 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    19,661 miles
    Test number
    430110696222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 MZT

Does LB03 MZT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 MZT expired on 28 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 MZT?
The MOT on LB03 MZT expired on 28 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 MZT done?
LB03 MZT was recorded at 116,688 miles at its MOT on 29 Aug 2023, an average of 5,753 miles a year.
Has LB03 MZT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 MZT has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LB03 MZT 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 MZT find?
LB03 MZT passed its latest MOT on 29 Aug 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level.

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