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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LB03 VLEMOT history

LB03 VLE is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 16 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 8 Dec 2022 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 90,571 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Dec 2022
Mileage
90,571 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2021
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,108 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 VLE
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
16 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 VLE was last recorded at 90,571 miles on 9 Dec 2021, 493 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,078 miles · 19 Aug 2020
Between the last two tests
493 miles
Average per year
5,108 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 90,571 miles
  • 2020 – 90,078 miles
  • 2017 – 83,157 miles
  • 2016 – 75,955 miles
  • 2015 – 68,848 miles
  • 2014 – 62,027 miles
  • 2013 – 58,029 miles
  • 2012 – 52,291 miles
  • 2011 – 44,375 miles
  • 2010 – 35,692 miles
  • 2009 – 27,281 miles
  • 2008 – 20,755 miles
  • 2007 – 15,941 miles
  • 2006 – 12,164 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,571 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass90,571 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    90,571 miles
    Test number
    923937553011
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail90,571 miles (+493)3 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,571 miles
    Test number
    281304753500
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished through to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished through to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  3. Pass90,078 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    90,078 miles
    Test number
    220326820504
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  4. Fail90,078 miles (+6,921)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,078 miles
    Test number
    876454045014
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))

  5. Pass83,157 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    83,157 miles
    Test number
    892416895499
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  6. Fail83,157 miles (+7,202)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,157 miles
    Test number
    722523064489
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  7. Pass75,955 miles (+7,107)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    75,955 miles
    Test number
    665342899543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,848 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    68,848 miles
    Test number
    380051583023
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail68,848 miles (+6,821)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,848 miles
    Test number
    191036989424
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass62,027 miles (+3,998)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    62,027 miles
    Test number
    717075454222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,029 miles (+394)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    58,029 miles
    Test number
    565297653297
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Fail57,635 miles (+5,344)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,635 miles
    Test number
    248596043269
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass52,291 miles (+7,916)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    52,291 miles
    Test number
    427501662232
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre wearing on inner edge

  14. Pass44,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    44,375 miles
    Test number
    729829361241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail44,375 miles (+8,683)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,375 miles
    Test number
    339289061474
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass35,692 miles (+8,411)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    35,692 miles
    Test number
    314763160401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,281 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    27,281 miles
    Test number
    353243179461
    • 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)

  18. Fail27,281 miles (+6,526)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,281 miles
    Test number
    453463279274
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

  19. Pass20,755 miles (+4,814)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    20,755 miles
    Test number
    844857768270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,941 miles (+3,777)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    15,941 miles
    Test number
    704034377225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass12,164 miles (+245)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    12,164 miles
    Test number
    363221226245
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass11,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    11,919 miles
    Test number
    573388596149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 VLE

Does LB03 VLE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 VLE expired on 8 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 VLE?
The MOT on LB03 VLE expired on 8 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 VLE done?
LB03 VLE was recorded at 90,571 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2021, an average of 5,108 miles a year.
Has LB03 VLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 VLE has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LB03 VLE 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 VLE find?
LB03 VLE passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2021 with 1 minor defect: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective.

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