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Beige · Petrol · 2004 · 1,596 cc

LB04 XLEMOT history

LB04 XLE is a beige petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 26 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 12 Sept 2024 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 93,934 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Sept 2024
Mileage
93,934 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2023
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,604 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 XLE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
26 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 XLE was last recorded at 93,934 miles on 5 Sept 2023, 4,579 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,355 miles · 25 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
4,579 miles
Average per year
4,604 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 93,934 miles
  • 2022 – 89,355 miles
  • 2021 – 85,191 miles
  • 2020 – 81,098 miles
  • 2019 – 78,641 miles
  • 2018 – 76,295 miles
  • 2016 – 72,255 miles
  • 2015 – 69,927 miles
  • 2014 – 65,376 miles
  • 2013 – 60,007 miles
  • 2012 – 52,185 miles
  • 2010 – 39,457 miles
  • 2009 – 34,665 miles
  • 2008 – 26,450 miles
  • 2007 – 19,054 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,934 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 31 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,934 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    93,934 miles
    Test number
    405368035545
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  2. Fail93,934 miles (+4,579)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,934 miles
    Test number
    211592131058
    • Repaired at testOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  3. Pass89,355 miles (+4,164)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    89,355 miles
    Test number
    435890340468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass85,191 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    85,191 miles
    Test number
    255288886262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail85,189 miles (+4,091)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,189 miles
    Test number
    352628264172
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass81,098 miles (+45)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    81,098 miles
    Test number
    249821974071
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front pipe to mid section join corroded

  7. Fail81,053 miles (+2,412)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,053 miles
    Test number
    137850024066
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight cracking on tyres

  8. Pass78,641 miles (+2,346)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    78,641 miles
    Test number
    812346675552

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass76,295 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    76,295 miles
    Test number
    584138406380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail76,285 miles (+4,030)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,285 miles
    Test number
    277389365897
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  11. Pass72,255 miles (+2,328)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    72,255 miles
    Test number
    699924800386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,927 miles (+4,551)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    69,927 miles
    Test number
    319231785157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,376 miles (+5,369)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    65,376 miles
    Test number
    777299144149
    • NoteCreaking noise from front suspension

  14. Pass60,007 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    60,007 miles
    Test number
    707239643131
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail60,005 miles (+7,820)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,005 miles
    Test number
    136374143123
    • FailurePassenger's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass52,185 miles (+12,728)5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    52,185 miles
    Test number
    526996542141
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag warning light on
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly lipped/corroded
    • NoteNearside sill slightly damaged/ wheel trims fitted
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing low

  17. Pass39,457 miles (+4,792)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    39,457 miles
    Test number
    780009550112
    • 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)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  18. Pass34,665 miles (+8,215)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    34,665 miles
    Test number
    550786179132
    • NoteAirbag warning light on

  19. Pass26,450 miles (+7,396)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    26,450 miles
    Test number
    211151758139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    19,054 miles
    Test number
    770171657139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 XLE

Does LB04 XLE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 XLE expired on 12 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 XLE?
The MOT on LB04 XLE expired on 12 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 XLE done?
LB04 XLE was recorded at 93,934 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2023, an average of 4,604 miles a year.
Has LB04 XLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 XLE has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LB04 XLE 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 XLE find?
LB04 XLE passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2023 with 1 minor defect: nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt.

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