Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,984 cc

LB05 EOEMOT history

LB05 EOE is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 6 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 22 Mar 2023 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 86,400 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Mar 2023
Mileage
86,400 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2022
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,352 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LB05 EOE in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 EOE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
6 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 EOE was last recorded at 86,400 miles on 23 Mar 2022, 552 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,848 miles · 18 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
552 miles
Average per year
5,352 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 86,400 miles
  • 2021 – 85,848 miles
  • 2020 – 81,760 miles
  • 2018 – 76,000 miles
  • 2017 – 73,950 miles
  • 2016 – 69,524 miles
  • 2015 – 64,023 miles
  • 2014 – 58,315 miles
  • 2013 – 50,824 miles
  • 2012 – 42,141 miles
  • 2011 – 32,147 miles
  • 2010 – 20,455 miles
  • 2009 – 16,750 miles
  • 2008 – 12,345 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,400 miles
  • MinorFront Obligatory mirror slightly loose interior. (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front wisbones. (5.3.4 (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.

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated nearside outer

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated offside outer

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 21 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,400 miles (+552)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    86,400 miles
    Test number
    834991635466
    • MinorFront Obligatory mirror slightly loose interior. (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front wisbones. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass85,848 miles (+4,088)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    85,848 miles
    Test number
    241191661722
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Pass81,760 miles (+6)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    81,760 miles
    Test number
    124867021931
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated nearside outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated offside outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail81,754 miles (+5,754)6 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,754 miles
    Test number
    651294335002
    • MajorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt offside inner (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working nearside (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working offside (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated nearside outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated offside outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass76,000 miles (+2,050)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    76,000 miles
    Test number
    761866000646
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass73,950 miles (+4,426)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    73,950 miles
    Test number
    919370057317
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  7. Pass69,524 miles (+5,501)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    69,524 miles
    Test number
    232844906631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass64,023 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    64,023 miles
    Test number
    548414511977
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly both (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both outers (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 brake discs rusty

  9. Fail64,023 miles (+5,708)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,023 miles
    Test number
    683989764385
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly both (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both outers (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 brake discs rusty

  10. Pass58,315 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    58,315 miles
    Test number
    805895874123
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing close to tread wear bars
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket broken

  11. Fail58,315 miles (+7,491)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,315 miles
    Test number
    435475974130
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing close to tread wear bars
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket broken

  12. Pass50,824 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    50,824 miles
    Test number
    909366173192
    • NoteOffside front inner drive shaft oil seal leaking
    • NoteOffside front outer CV gaiter small hole

  13. Fail50,824 miles (+8,683)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,824 miles
    Test number
    175786273107
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteOffside front inner drive shaft oil seal leaking
    • NoteOffside front outer CV gaiter small hole

  14. Pass42,141 miles (+9,994)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    42,141 miles
    Test number
    615497472197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass32,147 miles (+11,692)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    32,147 miles
    Test number
    965949861102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass20,455 miles (+3,705)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    20,455 miles
    Test number
    411027540167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass16,750 miles (+4,405)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    16,750 miles
    Test number
    813043559187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass12,345 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    12,345 miles
    Test number
    830582448127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail12,345 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,345 miles
    Test number
    480522648188
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Questions about LB05 EOE

Does LB05 EOE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 EOE expired on 22 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 EOE?
The MOT on LB05 EOE expired on 22 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 EOE done?
LB05 EOE was recorded at 86,400 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2022, an average of 5,352 miles a year.
Has LB05 EOE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 EOE has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on LB05 EOE 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 LB05 EOE find?
LB05 EOE passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2022 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front obligatory mirror slightly loose interior.; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wisbones..

Related registrations

Browse all LB05E registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.