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Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LB05 EOUMOT history

LB05 EOU is a blue diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 20 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 116,831 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Aug 2026
Mileage
116,831 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,963 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 EOU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
20 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 EOU was last recorded at 116,831 miles on 19 Aug 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,824 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
5,963 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,831 miles
  • 2022 – 113,525 miles
  • 2021 – 111,483 miles
  • 2020 – 106,693 miles
  • 2019 – 104,705 miles
  • 2018 – 98,326 miles
  • 2017 – 89,199 miles
  • 2016 – 78,498 miles
  • 2015 – 68,570 miles
  • 2014 – 59,877 miles
  • 2013 – 52,438 miles
  • 2012 – 43,670 miles
  • 2011 – 33,727 miles
  • 2010 – 26,601 miles
  • 2009 – 19,314 miles
  • 2008 – 15,518 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,831 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Central exhaust clamp corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 22 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,831 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    116,831 miles
    Test number
    332379119446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail116,824 miles (+3,299)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,824 miles
    Test number
    328300856667
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure modified such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced and rear outer sills holed and corroded (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced and rear sills holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded

  3. Pass113,525 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    113,525 miles
    Test number
    628916404758
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail113,523 miles (+2,040)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,523 miles
    Test number
    896115876917
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.2mm worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass111,483 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    111,483 miles
    Test number
    774007628331
    • 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))

  6. Fail111,480 miles (+4,787)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,480 miles
    Test number
    750402298081
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sets (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  7. Pass106,693 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    106,693 miles
    Test number
    339117299754

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail106,687 miles (+1,982)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,687 miles
    Test number
    370211988559
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass104,705 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    104,705 miles
    Test number
    144992288911
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail104,692 miles (+6,366)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,692 miles
    Test number
    533399079778
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass98,326 miles (+9,127)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    98,326 miles
    Test number
    990138962276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass89,199 miles (+10,701)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    89,199 miles
    Test number
    781222343666
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEng man light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  13. Pass78,498 miles (+9,928)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    78,498 miles
    Test number
    825622707324
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  14. Pass68,570 miles (+8,693)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    68,570 miles
    Test number
    805421268220
    • AdvisoryEng man light on

  15. Pass59,877 miles (+7,439)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    59,877 miles
    Test number
    418732844205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,438 miles (+8,768)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    52,438 miles
    Test number
    529013733214
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass43,670 miles (+9,943)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    43,670 miles
    Test number
    109065432215
    • 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)
    • NoteSlight deterioration nearside wiper blade

  18. Pass33,727 miles (+7,126)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    33,727 miles
    Test number
    325651731287
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight perishing n/s rear tyre
    • NoteSlight perishing o/s rear tyre

  19. Pass26,601 miles (+7,287)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    26,601 miles
    Test number
    982032630218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,314 miles (+3,796)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    19,314 miles
    Test number
    814962339212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass15,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    15,518 miles
    Test number
    302075038213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 EOU

Does LB05 EOU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 EOU expired on 18 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 EOU?
The MOT on LB05 EOU expired on 18 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 EOU done?
LB05 EOU was recorded at 116,831 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2025, an average of 5,963 miles a year.
Has LB05 EOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 EOU has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 EOU 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 EOU find?
LB05 EOU passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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