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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LB03 NBXMOT history

LB03 NBX is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 13 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2025 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 85,801 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Dec 2025
Mileage
85,801 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,540 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 NBX
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
13 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 NBX was last recorded at 85,801 miles on 18 Dec 2024, 1,515 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,286 miles · 20 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
1,515 miles
Average per year
3,540 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 85,801 miles
  • 2023 – 84,286 miles
  • 2022 – 82,558 miles
  • 2021 – 80,748 miles
  • 2020 – 79,202 miles
  • 2019 – 77,694 miles
  • 2018 – 75,048 miles
  • 2017 – 72,903 miles
  • 2016 – 71,310 miles
  • 2015 – 67,855 miles
  • 2014 – 60,162 miles
  • 2013 – 56,344 miles
  • 2012 – 52,770 miles
  • 2010 – 47,036 miles
  • 2009 – 42,379 miles
  • 2008 – 40,258 miles
  • 2007 – 35,518 miles
  • 2006 – 20,086 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,801 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 26 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,801 miles (+1,515)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    85,801 miles
    Test number
    697907599108
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass84,286 miles (+1,728)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    84,286 miles
    Test number
    908408665404
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass82,558 miles (+1,810)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    82,558 miles
    Test number
    761890170582
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryInner steering arms have slight play

  4. Pass80,748 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    80,748 miles
    Test number
    697483436419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail80,748 miles (+1,546)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,748 miles
    Test number
    209631455308
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • 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 Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass79,202 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    79,202 miles
    Test number
    955531584089
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail79,202 miles (+1,508)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,202 miles
    Test number
    386806957992
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass77,694 miles (+2,646)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    77,694 miles
    Test number
    503415312415
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass75,048 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    75,048 miles
    Test number
    303917088579
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail75,048 miles (+2,145)8 major2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,048 miles
    Test number
    750940430372
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass72,903 miles (+1,593)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    72,903 miles
    Test number
    106071634554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,310 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    71,310 miles
    Test number
    895987366658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail71,293 miles (+3,438)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,293 miles
    Test number
    285120953519
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine management

  14. Pass67,855 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    67,855 miles
    Test number
    278266245154
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Fail67,839 miles (+7,677)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,839 miles
    Test number
    226352145480
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEML on dash

  16. Pass60,162 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    60,162 miles
    Test number
    186620154166
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Fail60,162 miles (+3,818)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,162 miles
    Test number
    208350954194
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass56,344 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    56,344 miles
    Test number
    578395743153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  19. Fail56,325 miles (+3,555)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,325 miles
    Test number
    558063243105
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  20. Pass52,770 miles (+1)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    52,770 miles
    Test number
    809953262181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteWipers poor

  21. Fail52,769 miles (+5,733)1 failure4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,769 miles
    Test number
    648030262173
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteWipers poor

  22. Pass47,036 miles (+4,657)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    47,036 miles
    Test number
    870876070140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,379 miles (+2,121)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    42,379 miles
    Test number
    971403159175
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass40,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    40,258 miles
    Test number
    612968468123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail40,257 miles (+4,739)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,257 miles
    Test number
    453608468136
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass35,518 miles (+15,432)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    35,518 miles
    Test number
    960882667178
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass20,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    20,086 miles
    Test number
    181976246156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 NBX

Does LB03 NBX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 NBX expired on 21 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 NBX?
The MOT on LB03 NBX expired on 21 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 NBX done?
LB03 NBX was recorded at 85,801 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2024, an average of 3,540 miles a year.
Has LB03 NBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 NBX has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LB03 NBX 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 NBX find?
LB03 NBX passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front brake disc worn, but not excessively both; front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both, and 2 more.

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