Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Beetle

Green · Petrol · 2006 · 1,390 cc

LB06 BUGMOT history

LB06 BUG is a green petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 3 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 140,703 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
140,703 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,985 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LB06 BUG in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LB06 BUG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
3 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB06 BUG was last recorded at 140,703 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Mar 2011: 37,089 miles, lower than 39,857 miles on 1 Mar 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
140,702 miles · 2 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,985 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,703 miles
  • 2025 – 127,568 miles
  • 2024 – 117,348 miles
  • 2023 – 110,529 miles
  • 2022 – 101,358 miles
  • 2021 – 93,822 miles
  • 2020 – 89,934 miles
  • 2019 – 82,222 miles
  • 2018 – 76,027 miles
  • 2017 – 70,387 miles
  • 2016 – 65,609 miles
  • 2015 – 60,603 miles
  • 2014 – 54,457 miles
  • 2013 – 48,568 miles
  • 2012 – 43,801 miles
  • 2011 – 37,089 miles
  • 2010 – 39,857 miles
  • 2009 – 21,757 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,703 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material onto flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition, outer skin on rear silencer corroded awayRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,703 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    140,703 miles
    Test number
    566257529054
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material onto flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition, outer skin on rear silencer corroded away
  2. Fail140,702 miles (+13,134)1 dangerous5 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,702 miles
    Test number
    270530213469
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust gas leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material onto flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition, outer skin on rear silencer corroded away
  3. Pass127,568 miles (+10,220)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    127,568 miles
    Test number
    420106034813
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill's (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material onto flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill's (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOuter skin on rear silencer corroded away
  4. Pass117,348 miles (+4)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    117,348 miles
    Test number
    672839253830
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing unevenly (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material onto flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing unevenly (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing unevenly (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOuter skin corroded on rear silencer
  5. Fail117,344 miles (+6,815)3 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,344 miles
    Test number
    963608234377
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing unevenly (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened band of corrosion on braking surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material onto flexy hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing unevenly (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened band of corrosion on braking surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing unevenly (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOuter skin corroded on rear silencer
  6. Pass110,529 miles (+180)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    110,529 miles
    Test number
    527155470710
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail110,349 miles (+8,991)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,349 miles
    Test number
    911290944810
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass101,358 miles (+133)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    101,358 miles
    Test number
    681444221190
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight play in shock absorber shaft
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail101,225 miles (+7,403)1 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,225 miles
    Test number
    182003897547
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Slight play in shock absorber shaft
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass93,822 miles (+3,888)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    93,822 miles
    Test number
    348068679980
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  11. Pass89,934 miles (+282)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    89,934 miles
    Test number
    815247961692
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  12. Fail89,652 miles (+7,430)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,652 miles
    Test number
    508933520715
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  13. Pass82,222 miles (+6,195)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    82,222 miles
    Test number
    166669174116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  14. Pass76,027 miles (+5,640)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    76,027 miles
    Test number
    414438184193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,387 miles (+4,778)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    70,387 miles
    Test number
    370208860688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,609 miles (+5,006)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    65,609 miles
    Test number
    869462999622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,603 miles (+6,146)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    60,603 miles
    Test number
    808085645060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,457 miles (+5,889)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    54,457 miles
    Test number
    145325544405
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  19. Pass48,568 miles (+4,767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    48,568 miles
    Test number
    188360253084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass43,801 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    43,801 miles
    Test number
    236066162097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail43,801 miles (+6,712)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,801 miles
    Test number
    147955162491
    • FailureFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  22. Pass37,089 miles (-2,768)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    37,089 miles
    Test number
    337471761047
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  23. Pass39,857 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    39,857 miles
    Test number
    730430760002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • 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)
  24. Fail39,857 miles (+18,100)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,857 miles
    Test number
    623160260037
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • 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)
  25. Pass21,757 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    21,757 miles
    Test number
    323378859084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
  26. Fail21,757 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,757 miles
    Test number
    794578659013
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Questions about LB06 BUG

Does LB06 BUG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB06 BUG is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB06 BUG?
The MOT on LB06 BUG is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB06 BUG done?
LB06 BUG was recorded at 140,703 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 6,985 miles a year.
Has LB06 BUG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB06 BUG has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB06 BUG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Mar 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB06 BUG find?
LB06 BUG passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing, and 2 more.

Browse all LB06B registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.