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Volkswagen Beetle

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LB03 ZRJMOT history

LB03 ZRJ is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 7 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 20 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 101,674 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Sept 2024
Mileage
101,674 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,913 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 ZRJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 ZRJ was last recorded at 101,674 miles on 14 Sept 2023, 4,780 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Jul 2013: 72,313 miles, lower than 72,372 miles on 2 Jul 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
96,894 miles · 12 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
4,780 miles
Average per year
4,913 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 101,674 miles
  • 2022 – 96,894 miles
  • 2021 – 94,965 miles
  • 2020 – 93,377 miles
  • 2019 – 91,452 miles
  • 2018 – 89,157 miles
  • 2017 – 87,649 miles
  • 2016 – 85,938 miles
  • 2015 – 83,188 miles
  • 2014 – 79,035 miles
  • 2013 – 72,313 miles
  • 2012 – 64,760 miles
  • 2011 – 58,041 miles
  • 2010 – 48,964 miles
  • 2009 – 41,931 miles
  • 2008 – 34,276 miles
  • 2007 – 25,096 miles
  • 2006 – 17,179 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,674 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

27 tests since 3 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,674 miles (+4,780)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    101,674 miles
    Test number
    463569825714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass96,894 miles (+1,929)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    96,894 miles
    Test number
    993669436229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass94,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    94,965 miles
    Test number
    627517442174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail94,965 miles (+1,588)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,965 miles
    Test number
    878946961329
    • MajorOffside Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  5. Pass93,377 miles (+1,925)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    93,377 miles
    Test number
    121393972571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass91,452 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    91,452 miles
    Test number
    708613677588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail91,451 miles (+2,294)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,451 miles
    Test number
    373490737805
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass89,157 miles (+1,508)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    89,157 miles
    Test number
    183856068043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass87,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    87,649 miles
    Test number
    210717155201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail87,649 miles (+1,711)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,649 miles
    Test number
    701848312226
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  11. Pass85,938 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    85,938 miles
    Test number
    384912041392
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail85,938 miles (+2,750)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,938 miles
    Test number
    273528077407
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass83,188 miles (+4,153)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    83,188 miles
    Test number
    726953975137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass79,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    79,035 miles
    Test number
    345322284193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail79,035 miles (+6,722)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,035 miles
    Test number
    896412084178
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass72,313 miles (-59)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    72,313 miles
    Test number
    608719083150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail72,372 miles (+7,612)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,372 miles
    Test number
    425553783118
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass64,760 miles (+6,719)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    64,760 miles
    Test number
    536607562172
    • NoteAir bag light on indicating fault.

  19. Pass58,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    58,041 miles
    Test number
    926040781182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail58,041 miles (+9,077)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,041 miles
    Test number
    567359071175
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAir bag warning light on
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteRear discs worn

  21. Pass48,964 miles (+7,033)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    48,964 miles
    Test number
    272259160437
    • NoteRear number plate has water marks

  22. Pass41,931 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    41,931 miles
    Test number
    201217269165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail41,931 miles (+7,655)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,931 miles
    Test number
    833267969188
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  24. Pass34,276 miles (+9,180)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    34,276 miles
    Test number
    674573688149
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteFront pads 90% worn
    • NoteRear pads 95% worn

  25. Fail25,096 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,096 miles
    Test number
    483473887130
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  26. Pass25,096 miles (+7,917)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    25,096 miles
    Test number
    912433987196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass17,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    17,179 miles
    Test number
    840054086104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 ZRJ

Does LB03 ZRJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 ZRJ expired on 20 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 ZRJ?
The MOT on LB03 ZRJ expired on 20 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 ZRJ done?
LB03 ZRJ was recorded at 101,674 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2023, an average of 4,913 miles a year.
Has LB03 ZRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 ZRJ has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on LB03 ZRJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Jul 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB03 ZRJ find?
LB03 ZRJ passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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