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White · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LB05 NYKMOT history

LB05 NYK is a white diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 29 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 146,384 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
146,384 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,763 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 NYK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 NYK was last recorded at 146,384 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 2,844 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,540 miles · 23 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,844 miles
Average per year
6,763 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,384 miles
  • 2025 – 143,540 miles
  • 2024 – 139,448 miles
  • 2023 – 131,505 miles
  • 2022 – 124,137 miles
  • 2020 – 122,796 miles
  • 2019 – 118,066 miles
  • 2018 – 108,109 miles
  • 2017 – 97,464 miles
  • 2016 – 97,462 miles
  • 2014 – 87,511 miles
  • 2013 – 70,908 miles
  • 2012 – 59,998 miles
  • 2011 – 52,832 miles
  • 2010 – 44,133 miles
  • 2009 – 34,950 miles
  • 2008 – 24,567 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,384 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 Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 28 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,384 miles (+2,844)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    146,384 miles
    Test number
    341440531605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass143,540 miles (+13)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    143,540 miles
    Test number
    110157996892
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play x2 (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail143,527 miles (+4,079)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,527 miles
    Test number
    543314079455
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint has slight play x2 (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass139,448 miles (+18)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    139,448 miles
    Test number
    423107006548
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin deteriorated/corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust Felix (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlights misted/frosty
    • AdvisoryInner steering rack joints have excessive movement in
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering Rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail139,430 miles (+7,925)6 major3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,430 miles
    Test number
    369080216986
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin deteriorated/corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust Felix (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlights misted/frosty
    • AdvisoryInner steering rack joints have excessive movement in
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Steering Rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass131,505 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    131,505 miles
    Test number
    857394084109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Fail131,505 miles (+7,368)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,505 miles
    Test number
    112974563084
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Pass124,137 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    124,137 miles
    Test number
    957644900071
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail124,114 miles (+1,318)1 dangerous7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,114 miles
    Test number
    488755226041
    • DangerousFront Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering reservoir insecure

  10. Pass122,796 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    122,796 miles
    Test number
    481343815007
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Fail122,795 miles (+4,729)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,795 miles
    Test number
    684849191747
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass118,066 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    118,066 miles
    Test number
    716157054699
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine trims fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Fail118,066 miles (+9,957)2 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,066 miles
    Test number
    903363584856
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm on 1mm and out of shape (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine trims fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Pass108,109 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    108,109 miles
    Test number
    150132137719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail108,108 miles (+10,644)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,108 miles
    Test number
    178641688889
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass97,464 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    97,464 miles
    Test number
    917606517013
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryAdvise n/s/r wheel slight bind

  17. Fail97,464 miles (+2)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,464 miles
    Test number
    292293902323
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryAdvise n/s/r wheel slight bind

  18. Pass97,462 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    97,462 miles
    Test number
    413477781422
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail97,462 miles (+9,951)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,462 miles
    Test number
    144848948831
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass87,511 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    87,511 miles
    Test number
    718503754336
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

  21. Fail87,511 miles (+16,603)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,511 miles
    Test number
    857383654382
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

  22. Pass70,908 miles (+10,910)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    70,908 miles
    Test number
    955730053313
    • 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)

  23. Pass59,998 miles (+7,166)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    59,998 miles
    Test number
    147853962388
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass52,832 miles (+8,699)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    52,832 miles
    Test number
    487194461457
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass44,133 miles (+9,183)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    44,133 miles
    Test number
    171783560396
    • NoteFront brake discs showing deterioration

  26. Pass34,950 miles (+10,203)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    34,950 miles
    Test number
    602124769366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass24,747 miles (+180)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    24,747 miles
    Test number
    673805309023
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded

  28. Pass24,567 miles (+1,834)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    24,567 miles
    Test number
    862039828211
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn close to limit.

  29. Pass22,733 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    22,733 miles
    Test number
    772399648182
    • NoteAdvise( os,f tyre marginal on edge worn below limit)
    • NoteAdvise( slight wear on front discs & pads)

Questions about LB05 NYK

Does LB05 NYK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 NYK is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 NYK?
The MOT on LB05 NYK is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 NYK done?
LB05 NYK was recorded at 146,384 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 6,763 miles a year.
Has LB05 NYK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 NYK has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 NYK 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 NYK find?
LB05 NYK passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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