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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LB03 WFFMOT history

LB03 WFF is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 4 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 5 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 122,143 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Nov 2023
Mileage
122,143 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,441 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 WFF
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
4 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 WFF was last recorded at 122,143 miles on 3 Nov 2022, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,113 miles · 21 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
30 miles
Average per year
5,441 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 122,143 miles
  • 2021 – 119,741 miles
  • 2020 – 118,859 miles
  • 2019 – 116,369 miles
  • 2018 – 113,456 miles
  • 2017 – 110,594 miles
  • 2016 – 105,821 miles
  • 2015 – 104,296 miles
  • 2014 – 95,546 miles
  • 2013 – 83,504 miles
  • 2012 – 74,466 miles
  • 2011 – 69,877 miles
  • 2010 – 61,020 miles
  • 2009 – 54,451 miles
  • 2008 – 45,293 miles
  • 2007 – 38,534 miles
  • 2006 – 33,355 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,143 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both top mounts

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Centre exhaust mount broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Lift in front upper suspension mountings

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside front lower wishbone bush splitting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,143 miles (+30)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    122,143 miles
    Test number
    719752884254
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail122,113 miles (+2,372)3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,113 miles
    Test number
    475537542257
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass119,741 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    119,741 miles
    Test number
    947033773166
    • AdvisoryFront and rear plates faded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps beam patterns weak

  4. Fail119,735 miles (+876)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,735 miles
    Test number
    347491633583
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Drive shaft likely to become detached (6.1.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass118,859 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    118,859 miles
    Test number
    360496513571
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail118,854 miles (+2,485)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,854 miles
    Test number
    655893071680
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass116,369 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    116,369 miles
    Test number
    672821749772
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail116,369 miles (+2,913)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,369 miles
    Test number
    280285372889
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass113,456 miles (+2,862)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    113,456 miles
    Test number
    274125750568
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass110,594 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    110,594 miles
    Test number
    487266821648
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken
    • AdvisoryLift in front upper suspension mountings
    • AdvisoryOffside front lower wishbone bush splitting
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail110,594 miles (+4,773)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,594 miles
    Test number
    517896633578
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken
    • AdvisoryLift in front upper suspension mountings
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside front lower wishbone bush splitting
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass105,821 miles (+1,525)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    105,821 miles
    Test number
    557773108533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass104,296 miles (+8,750)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    104,296 miles
    Test number
    431143873363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryUNDERCOVER OBSTRUCTING VIEW

  14. Pass95,546 miles (+12,042)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    95,546 miles
    Test number
    329364794478
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  15. Fail83,504 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,504 miles
    Test number
    369167493273
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass83,504 miles (+9,038)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    83,504 miles
    Test number
    666047693214
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass74,466 miles (+4,589)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    74,466 miles
    Test number
    626423202311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass69,877 miles (+8,857)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    69,877 miles
    Test number
    118030101306
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass61,020 miles (+6,569)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    61,020 miles
    Test number
    820022500393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,451 miles (+9,158)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    54,451 miles
    Test number
    204674799291
    • 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)

  21. Pass45,293 miles (+6,759)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    45,293 miles
    Test number
    550908988213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,534 miles (+5,179)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    38,534 miles
    Test number
    871266787174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    33,355 miles
    Test number
    514311096165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 WFF

Does LB03 WFF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 WFF expired on 5 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 WFF?
The MOT on LB03 WFF expired on 5 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 WFF done?
LB03 WFF was recorded at 122,143 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2022, an average of 5,441 miles a year.
Has LB03 WFF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 WFF has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LB03 WFF 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 WFF find?
LB03 WFF passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2022 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 4 more.

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