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Yellow · Petrol · 2004 · 1,984 cc

LB04 DPZMOT history

LB04 DPZ is a yellow petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 7 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 20 Nov 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 96,654 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Nov 2024
Mileage
96,654 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,109 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 DPZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
7 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 DPZ was last recorded at 96,654 miles on 21 Nov 2023, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,643 miles · 15 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
5,109 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 96,654 miles
  • 2022 – 95,482 miles
  • 2021 – 92,965 miles
  • 2020 – 90,455 miles
  • 2019 – 85,999 miles
  • 2018 – 80,564 miles
  • 2017 – 77,868 miles
  • 2016 – 76,946 miles
  • 2015 – 74,282 miles
  • 2014 – 73,901 miles
  • 2013 – 64,233 miles
  • 2012 – 50,520 miles
  • 2011 – 42,279 miles
  • 2010 – 34,201 miles
  • 2009 – 27,699 miles
  • 2008 – 19,502 miles
  • 2007 – 12,073 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,654 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 at rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryCorrosion on nearside and offside rear outer sillsRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySlight play in steering rackRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Coil spring corroded nearside and offside rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,654 miles (+11)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    96,654 miles
    Test number
    162448729977
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on nearside and offside rear outer sills
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  2. Fail96,643 miles (+1,161)4 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,643 miles
    Test number
    636038859668
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on nearside and offside rear outer sills
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  3. Pass95,482 miles (+6)3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    95,482 miles
    Test number
    320654470069
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated grease around boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded nearside and offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on nearside and offside rear outer sills
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  4. Fail95,476 miles (+2,511)7 major3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,476 miles
    Test number
    288991797839
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front 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 Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated grease around boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded nearside and offside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on nearside and offside rear outer sills
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack

  5. Pass92,965 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    92,965 miles
    Test number
    104305311705
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail92,965 miles (+2,510)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,965 miles
    Test number
    476328209450
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass90,455 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    90,455 miles
    Test number
    762806812527
    • AdvisoryEmissions near the limit

  8. Fail90,455 miles (+4,456)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,455 miles
    Test number
    871579298970
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEmissions near the limit

  9. Pass85,999 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    85,999 miles
    Test number
    237686206776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail85,991 miles (+5,427)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,991 miles
    Test number
    874056349338
    • MajorEmissions NOx sensor obviously defective (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass80,564 miles (+2,696)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    80,564 miles
    Test number
    593815311639
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass77,868 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    77,868 miles
    Test number
    890911215941
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail77,867 miles (+921)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,867 miles
    Test number
    802831899275
    • FailureFront Lower Ball joint has excessive play Both sides (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureSpeedometer clearly inoperative (6.7.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine light illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable sticking slightly

  14. Pass76,946 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    76,946 miles
    Test number
    278683346131
    • AdvisoryEngine managment light illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront BRAKE PADS WORN UNEVENLY ACROSS FRONT AXLE
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Hand brake cable not fully retracted to stop

  15. Fail76,946 miles (+2,664)2 dangerous1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,946 miles
    Test number
    641793419192
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine managment light illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront BRAKE PADS WORN UNEVENLY ACROSS FRONT AXLE
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Hand brake cable not fully retracted to stop

  16. Pass74,282 miles (+381)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    74,282 miles
    Test number
    935307415108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass73,901 miles (+9,668)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    73,901 miles
    Test number
    328410824141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,233 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    64,233 miles
    Test number
    148812393465
    • 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)
    • NoteE m l light on

  19. Fail64,233 miles (+13,713)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,233 miles
    Test number
    869187783081
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteE m l light on

  20. Pass50,520 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    50,520 miles
    Test number
    359833992076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteRear number plate slightly deteriorated
    • NoteSlight split in offside wiper blade

  21. Fail50,520 miles (+8,241)2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,520 miles
    Test number
    528113592051
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteRear number plate slightly deteriorated
    • NoteSlight split in offside wiper blade

  22. Pass42,279 miles (+8,078)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2012
    Odometer
    42,279 miles
    Test number
    896066021178
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass34,201 miles (+6,502)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2011
    Odometer
    34,201 miles
    Test number
    300851620166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,699 miles (+8,197)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    27,699 miles
    Test number
    212508619132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass19,502 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2009
    Odometer
    19,502 miles
    Test number
    513131628130
    • NoteBoth front tyres close to wear blocks in center of tread.

  26. Fail19,502 miles (+7,429)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,502 miles
    Test number
    300671028193
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • NoteBoth front tyres close to wear blocks in center of tread.

  27. Pass12,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2008
    Odometer
    12,073 miles
    Test number
    820752827120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 DPZ

Does LB04 DPZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 DPZ expired on 20 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 DPZ?
The MOT on LB04 DPZ expired on 20 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 DPZ done?
LB04 DPZ was recorded at 96,654 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2023, an average of 5,109 miles a year.
Has LB04 DPZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 DPZ has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LB04 DPZ 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 DPZ find?
LB04 DPZ passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2023 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 at rear; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 8 more.

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