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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LB03 OYUMOT history

LB03 OYU is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 21 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 96,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
96,982 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,086 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 OYU
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
21 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 OYU was last recorded at 96,982 miles on 31 Jan 2026, 4,538 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,444 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,538 miles
Average per year
4,086 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,982 miles
  • 2025 – 92,444 miles
  • 2024 – 87,968 miles
  • 2023 – 86,890 miles
  • 2022 – 83,170 miles
  • 2020 – 82,294 miles
  • 2019 – 75,126 miles
  • 2018 – 71,520 miles
  • 2017 – 69,848 miles
  • 2016 – 60,486 miles
  • 2015 – 57,459 miles
  • 2014 – 53,300 miles
  • 2013 – 50,973 miles
  • 2012 – 48,005 miles
  • 2011 – 44,016 miles
  • 2010 – 39,296 miles
  • 2009 – 33,862 miles
  • 2008 – 28,253 miles
  • 2006 – 17,070 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,982 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,982 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    96,982 miles
    Test number
    514715746644
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail96,982 miles (+4,538)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,982 miles
    Test number
    700327423952
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass92,444 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    92,444 miles
    Test number
    617650994670
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail92,444 miles (+4,476)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,444 miles
    Test number
    903380587726
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass87,968 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    87,968 miles
    Test number
    901502972250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail87,968 miles (+1,078)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,968 miles
    Test number
    457127344085
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass86,890 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    86,890 miles
    Test number
    986975123756
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail86,888 miles (+3,718)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,888 miles
    Test number
    233799013072
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective Leak from servo vacuum pipe (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass83,170 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    83,170 miles
    Test number
    255128834354
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted not allowing full inspection

  10. Fail83,170 miles (+876)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,170 miles
    Test number
    203616800354
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted not allowing full inspection

  11. Pass82,294 miles (+7,168)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    82,294 miles
    Test number
    448651132503
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering track rod slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted not allowing full inspection

  12. Pass75,126 miles (+3,606)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,126 miles
    Test number
    232129013654
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass71,520 miles (+1,672)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    71,520 miles
    Test number
    244927778846
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass69,848 miles (+9,362)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    69,848 miles
    Test number
    268250881499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass60,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    60,486 miles
    Test number
    102747813265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail60,468 miles (+3,009)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,468 miles
    Test number
    447738149199
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass57,459 miles (+4,159)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    57,459 miles
    Test number
    907535325124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass53,300 miles (+2,327)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    53,300 miles
    Test number
    225511324157
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass50,973 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    50,973 miles
    Test number
    297887533167
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Fail50,973 miles (+2,968)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,973 miles
    Test number
    768867733159
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  21. Fail48,005 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,005 miles
    Test number
    279933622164
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass48,005 miles (+3,989)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2013
    Odometer
    48,005 miles
    Test number
    787953122174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,016 miles (+4,720)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    44,016 miles
    Test number
    478839221170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside outer front sill damage

  24. Pass39,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    39,296 miles
    Test number
    324303730184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail39,295 miles (+5,433)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,295 miles
    Test number
    113923530119
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt attachment fitting fractured (5.2.3)

  26. Pass33,862 miles (+5,609)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    33,862 miles
    Test number
    180652039176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,253 miles (+11,183)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    28,253 miles
    Test number
    291914738176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass17,070 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    17,070 miles
    Test number
    622252896123
    • NoteCut in nearside front tyrewall

Questions about LB03 OYU

Does LB03 OYU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 OYU is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 OYU?
The MOT on LB03 OYU is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 OYU done?
LB03 OYU was recorded at 96,982 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2026, an average of 4,086 miles a year.
Has LB03 OYU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 OYU has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB03 OYU 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 OYU find?
LB03 OYU passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 4 more.

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