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Beige · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LB03 ZRGMOT history

LB03 ZRG is a beige petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 5 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 8 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 75,705 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Mar 2027
Mileage
75,705 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,375 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 ZRG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 ZRG was last recorded at 75,705 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 2,440 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,265 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,440 miles
Average per year
3,375 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,705 miles
  • 2025 – 73,265 miles
  • 2024 – 68,640 miles
  • 2023 – 63,074 miles
  • 2022 – 57,963 miles
  • 2021 – 56,755 miles
  • 2019 – 54,906 miles
  • 2018 – 53,189 miles
  • 2017 – 52,386 miles
  • 2016 – 50,953 miles
  • 2015 – 49,916 miles
  • 2014 – 48,494 miles
  • 2013 – 46,955 miles
  • 2012 – 45,266 miles
  • 2011 – 41,659 miles
  • 2010 – 32,899 miles
  • 2008 – 17,741 miles
  • 2007 – 13,139 miles
  • 2006 – 9,433 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,705 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Lower corner screen cracked (3.2 (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.

  • Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack in screen

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Engine cover and Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 8 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,705 miles (+2,440)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    75,705 miles
    Test number
    844521323710
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Lower corner screen cracked (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass73,265 miles (+4,625)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    73,265 miles
    Test number
    250323261653
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack in screen lower (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass68,640 miles (+6)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    68,640 miles
    Test number
    894096051741
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail68,634 miles (+5,560)1 dangerous2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,634 miles
    Test number
    332914091680
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Upper bush / bearing (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner CV boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack in screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ZERO tread inner shoulder NEAR FAIL (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass63,074 miles (+5,111)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    63,074 miles
    Test number
    168014936552
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass57,963 miles (+1,208)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    57,963 miles
    Test number
    948691360776
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass56,755 miles (+1,849)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    56,755 miles
    Test number
    141679551609
    • MinorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Advise inner c v boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Metal bracket (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Advise both rear tyres / tyre size 205 / 55 x16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass54,906 miles (+1,717)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    54,906 miles
    Test number
    506611746480
    • AdvisoryUnderbody covers fitted

  9. Pass53,189 miles (+803)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    53,189 miles
    Test number
    593772397103
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and Undertrays fitted

  10. Pass52,386 miles (+1,433)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    52,386 miles
    Test number
    161302858798
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both fronts (2.5.A.1c)

  11. Pass50,953 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    50,953 miles
    Test number
    837175710483
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted

  12. Fail50,953 miles (+1,037)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,953 miles
    Test number
    392561923343
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted

  13. Pass49,916 miles (+1,422)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    49,916 miles
    Test number
    738665155011
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre heavily perished but no cords visable at time of test

  14. Pass48,494 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    48,494 miles
    Test number
    239878854044
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail48,494 miles (+1,539)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,494 miles
    Test number
    195487754006
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass46,955 miles (+1,689)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    46,955 miles
    Test number
    138663043057
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass45,266 miles (+3,607)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    45,266 miles
    Test number
    297192362092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,659 miles (+8,760)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    41,659 miles
    Test number
    339589761092
    • NoteSplit o/s wiper blade

  19. Pass32,899 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    32,899 miles
    Test number
    314949410016
    • AdvisoryFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Fail32,899 miles (+15,158)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,899 miles
    Test number
    554379210028
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass17,741 miles (+4,602)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    17,741 miles
    Test number
    983395668344
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass13,139 miles (+3,706)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    13,139 miles
    Test number
    292725217298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass9,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    9,433 miles
    Test number
    732249186196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 ZRG

Does LB03 ZRG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 ZRG is valid until 8 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 ZRG?
The MOT on LB03 ZRG is valid until 8 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 ZRG done?
LB03 ZRG was recorded at 75,705 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 3,375 miles a year.
Has LB03 ZRG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 ZRG has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LB03 ZRG 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 ZRG find?
LB03 ZRG passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside front lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view lower corner screen cracked.

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