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Volkswagen Beetle

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,596 cc

LB05 ODMMOT history

LB05 ODM is a grey petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 17 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 26 Nov 2022 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 149,882 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Nov 2022
Mileage
149,882 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2021
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,566 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 ODM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 ODM was last recorded at 149,882 miles on 4 Nov 2021, 3,796 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
146,086 miles · 27 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
3,796 miles
Average per year
8,566 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 149,882 miles
  • 2020 – 146,086 miles
  • 2019 – 136,373 miles
  • 2018 – 130,290 miles
  • 2016 – 125,984 miles
  • 2015 – 121,413 miles
  • 2014 – 115,816 miles
  • 2013 – 109,553 miles
  • 2012 – 99,584 miles
  • 2011 – 82,364 miles
  • 2010 – 66,615 miles
  • 2009 – 50,205 miles
  • 2008 – 35,180 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,882 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear pan bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear pan bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2008–2018

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

18 tests since 14 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,882 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    149,882 miles
    Test number
    921507594099
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear pan bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear pan bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail149,882 miles (+3,796)3 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,882 miles
    Test number
    750861113462
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear pan bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear pan bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass146,086 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    146,086 miles
    Test number
    306356844526
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged GLASS CRACKED

  4. Fail146,086 miles (+9,713)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,086 miles
    Test number
    951773483250
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged GLASS CRACKED

  5. Pass136,373 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    136,373 miles
    Test number
    309704449899
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail136,373 miles (+6,083)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,373 miles
    Test number
    453704460614
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass130,290 miles (+4,306)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    130,290 miles
    Test number
    847553612672
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  8. Pass125,984 miles (+4,571)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    125,984 miles
    Test number
    708512773020
    • AdvisoryEngine has an oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child seat fitted preventing complete inspection of an adult seat belt.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass121,413 miles (+5,597)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    121,413 miles
    Test number
    473636130494
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass115,816 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    115,816 miles
    Test number
    965825094266
    • 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)

  11. Fail115,815 miles (+6,262)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,815 miles
    Test number
    978665694233
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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)

  12. Pass109,553 miles (+9,969)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    109,553 miles
    Test number
    386115553180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass99,584 miles (+17,220)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    99,584 miles
    Test number
    837000652140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteHigh level brake light is not working, However cannot see if it is conected or not so am passing and advising.

  14. Pass82,364 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    82,364 miles
    Test number
    207793151126
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  15. Fail82,364 miles (+15,749)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,364 miles
    Test number
    786213751169
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  16. Pass66,615 miles (+16,410)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    66,615 miles
    Test number
    133015050183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass50,205 miles (+15,025)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    50,205 miles
    Test number
    390176059158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass35,180 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    35,180 miles
    Test number
    281206368103
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB05 ODM

Does LB05 ODM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB05 ODM expired on 26 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB05 ODM?
The MOT on LB05 ODM expired on 26 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB05 ODM done?
LB05 ODM was recorded at 149,882 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2021, an average of 8,566 miles a year.
Has LB05 ODM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 ODM has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LB05 ODM 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 ODM find?
LB05 ODM passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2021 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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