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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,984 cc

LB05 NTTMOT history

LB05 NTT is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 25 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 84,828 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jun 2027
Mileage
84,828 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,488 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 NTT
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
25 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
28 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 NTT was last recorded at 84,828 miles on 28 May 2026, 2,371 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,457 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,371 miles
Average per year
3,488 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,828 miles
  • 2025 – 82,457 miles
  • 2024 – 77,147 miles
  • 2023 – 73,059 miles
  • 2022 – 69,043 miles
  • 2021 – 64,685 miles
  • 2020 – 61,379 miles
  • 2019 – 56,215 miles
  • 2018 – 51,169 miles
  • 2017 – 48,911 miles
  • 2016 – 46,758 miles
  • 2015 – 44,208 miles
  • 2014 – 41,318 miles
  • 2013 – 38,111 miles
  • 2012 – 35,510 miles
  • 2011 – 32,094 miles
  • 2010 – 28,929 miles
  • 2009 – 25,579 miles
  • 2008 – 22,300 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,828 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Top suspension bushes have movement when jacked up both sides
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,828 miles (+2,371)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    84,828 miles
    Test number
    264096015221
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Top suspension bushes have movement when jacked up both sides
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass82,457 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    82,457 miles
    Test number
    537999650852
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail82,457 miles (+5,310)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,457 miles
    Test number
    802120010859
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass77,147 miles (+4,088)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    77,147 miles
    Test number
    981647013070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass73,059 miles (+4,016)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    73,059 miles
    Test number
    891566772546
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Top strut mount has play in it
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Top strut mount has play in it
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass69,043 miles (+4,358)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    69,043 miles
    Test number
    618695796579
    • AdvisoryEmgine management fault lamp is on

  7. Pass64,685 miles (+3,306)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    64,685 miles
    Test number
    236065258236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass61,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    61,379 miles
    Test number
    699411106311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail61,379 miles (+5,164)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,379 miles
    Test number
    132622322470
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass56,215 miles (+5,046)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    56,215 miles
    Test number
    616186418645
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass51,169 miles (+341)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    51,169 miles
    Test number
    119228055030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass50,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    50,828 miles
    Test number
    985692336867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail50,828 miles (+1,917)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,828 miles
    Test number
    238223401188
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass48,911 miles (+2,153)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    48,911 miles
    Test number
    126757408563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,758 miles (+2,550)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    46,758 miles
    Test number
    827770081574
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Pass44,208 miles (+2,890)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    44,208 miles
    Test number
    408820175069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,318 miles (+3,207)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    41,318 miles
    Test number
    475785564054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,111 miles (+2,601)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    38,111 miles
    Test number
    829674073086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,510 miles (+3,416)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    35,510 miles
    Test number
    736814872019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,094 miles (+3,165)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    32,094 miles
    Test number
    187780381049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,929 miles (+3,350)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    28,929 miles
    Test number
    644278160022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,579 miles (+3,279)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    25,579 miles
    Test number
    110455189448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    22,300 miles
    Test number
    240386278194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 NTT

Does LB05 NTT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 NTT is valid until 9 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 NTT?
The MOT on LB05 NTT is valid until 9 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 NTT done?
LB05 NTT was recorded at 84,828 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2026, an average of 3,488 miles a year.
Has LB05 NTT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 NTT has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 NTT 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 NTT find?
LB05 NTT passed its latest MOT on 28 May 2026 with 3 advisories: front upper top suspension bushes have movement when jacked up both sides; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; rear coil spring corroded both.

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