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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,984 cc

LB05 EPFMOT history

LB05 EPF is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 22 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 4 Mar 2023 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 92,212 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Mar 2023
Mileage
92,212 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2023
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,342 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 EPF
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
22 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB05 EPF was last recorded at 92,212 miles on 4 Mar 2023, 4,015 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,197 miles · 5 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
4,015 miles
Average per year
4,342 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 92,212 miles
  • 2022 – 88,197 miles
  • 2020 – 85,796 miles
  • 2019 – 85,223 miles
  • 2018 – 85,001 miles
  • 2017 – 84,218 miles
  • 2016 – 82,518 miles
  • 2015 – 72,888 miles
  • 2014 – 64,430 miles
  • 2013 – 63,166 miles
  • 2012 – 54,074 miles
  • 2011 – 45,754 miles
  • 2010 – 38,004 miles
  • 2009 – 33,622 miles
  • 2008 – 29,086 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail92,212 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both Headlamps (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside 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 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))
  • AdvisoryNail in tyre Both Nearside Front & Rear
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryReverse lamp inoperative

What MOT failures 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 Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail92,212 miles (+4,015)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,212 miles
    Test number
    465515829148
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both Headlamps (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside 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 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))
    • AdvisoryNail in tyre Both Nearside Front & Rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp inoperative

  2. Pass88,197 miles (+2,401)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    88,197 miles
    Test number
    645417056866
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass85,796 miles (+573)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    85,796 miles
    Test number
    752029233645
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Pass85,223 miles (+222)4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    85,223 miles
    Test number
    565484502076
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass85,001 miles (+783)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    85,001 miles
    Test number
    602788918252
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass84,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    84,218 miles
    Test number
    577378745919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail84,218 miles (+1,700)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,218 miles
    Test number
    646618814822
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  8. Pass82,518 miles (+9,630)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    82,518 miles
    Test number
    551482085901

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,888 miles (+8,458)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    72,888 miles
    Test number
    765282527635
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass64,430 miles (+1,264)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    64,430 miles
    Test number
    126782254285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,166 miles (+9,092)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    63,166 miles
    Test number
    898019113284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,074 miles (+8,320)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    54,074 miles
    Test number
    535867322258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass45,754 miles (+7,750)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    45,754 miles
    Test number
    449908621203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,004 miles (+4,382)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    38,004 miles
    Test number
    813865910269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,622 miles (+4,536)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    33,622 miles
    Test number
    790545419231
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass29,086 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    29,086 miles
    Test number
    321582538221
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LB05 EPF

Does LB05 EPF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 EPF expired on 4 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 EPF?
The MOT on LB05 EPF expired on 4 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 EPF done?
LB05 EPF was recorded at 92,212 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2023, an average of 4,342 miles a year.
Has LB05 EPF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 EPF has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LB05 EPF 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 EPF find?
LB05 EPF failed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2023 with 7 major defects and 3 advisories: emissions unable to be completed; exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard; exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak, and 7 more.

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