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Volkswagen Beetle

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,398 cc

LB04 CXCMOT history

LB04 CXC is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 12 Mar 2024 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 109,960 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Mar 2024
Mileage
109,960 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2023
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,980 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 CXC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 CXC was last recorded at 109,960 miles on 13 Mar 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,958 miles · 10 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,980 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 109,960 miles
  • 2022 – 102,270 miles
  • 2020 – 94,868 miles
  • 2019 – 86,658 miles
  • 2018 – 80,644 miles
  • 2017 – 76,230 miles
  • 2016 – 72,877 miles
  • 2015 – 67,692 miles
  • 2014 – 55,288 miles
  • 2013 – 46,153 miles
  • 2012 – 39,485 miles
  • 2011 – 32,573 miles
  • 2010 – 27,838 miles
  • 2009 – 21,145 miles
  • 2007 – 14,973 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,960 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,960 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    109,960 miles
    Test number
    932345546177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail109,958 miles (+7,688)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,958 miles
    Test number
    532289205925
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass102,270 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    102,270 miles
    Test number
    798832772696
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrakepipes, body and suspension are showing signs of corosion

  4. Fail102,270 miles (+7,402)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,270 miles
    Test number
    231932017772
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has slight travel
    • AdvisoryBrakepipes, body and suspension are showing signs of corosion

  5. Pass94,868 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    94,868 miles
    Test number
    294340287612
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail94,866 miles (+8,208)3 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,866 miles
    Test number
    435457352211
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass86,658 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    86,658 miles
    Test number
    730803917855
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust has slight leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front windscreen cracked not effecting drivers view

  8. Fail86,658 miles (+6,014)3 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,658 miles
    Test number
    900077278710
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust has slight leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front windscreen cracked not effecting drivers view

  9. Pass80,644 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    80,644 miles
    Test number
    619383031378
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Fail80,644 miles (+4,414)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,644 miles
    Test number
    957179938572
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Pass76,230 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    76,230 miles
    Test number
    719321282870
    • 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)

  12. Fail76,230 miles (+3,353)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,230 miles
    Test number
    689674822916
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • 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)

  13. Pass72,877 miles (+5,185)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    72,877 miles
    Test number
    180690216780
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass67,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    67,692 miles
    Test number
    287775777917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail67,692 miles (+3,675)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,692 miles
    Test number
    704484779099
    • Repaired at testDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

  16. Pass64,017 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    64,017 miles
    Test number
    197303765081
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  17. Fail64,017 miles (+8,729)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,017 miles
    Test number
    708613065079
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  18. Pass55,288 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    55,288 miles
    Test number
    359575764007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail55,252 miles (+9,099)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,252 miles
    Test number
    429884264045
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass46,153 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    46,153 miles
    Test number
    455014163045
    • NoteAir bag light remains on dashboard

  21. Fail46,153 miles (+6,668)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,153 miles
    Test number
    916234263062
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteAir bag light remains on dashboard

  22. Pass39,485 miles (+6,912)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    39,485 miles
    Test number
    169859262095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteYellow pad warning light on

  23. Pass32,573 miles (+4,735)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    32,573 miles
    Test number
    285584321198
    • NoteFront disc corrosion
    • NoteSlight inbalance on front brakes

  24. Pass27,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    27,838 miles
    Test number
    370487710184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail27,838 miles (+6,693)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,838 miles
    Test number
    901797310182
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  26. Pass21,145 miles (+6,172)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    21,145 miles
    Test number
    840547919117
    • NoteAdvise front discs rusty not pitted

  27. Pass14,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2008
    Odometer
    14,973 miles
    Test number
    402774717142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 CXC

Does LB04 CXC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 CXC expired on 12 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 CXC?
The MOT on LB04 CXC expired on 12 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 CXC done?
LB04 CXC was recorded at 109,960 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2023, an average of 5,980 miles a year.
Has LB04 CXC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 CXC has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LB04 CXC 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 LB04 CXC find?
LB04 CXC passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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