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Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,596 cc

LB06 EFYMOT history

LB06 EFY is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 20 May 2006. Its MOT expired on 9 Sept 2025 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 101,662 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Sept 2025
Mileage
101,662 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,692 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB06 EFY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
20 May 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB06 EFY was last recorded at 101,662 miles on 3 Nov 2025, 77 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Sept 2024: 91,136 miles, lower than 91,137 miles on 3 Sept 2024.

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
101,585 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
77 miles
Average per year
5,692 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,662 miles
  • 2024 – 91,136 miles
  • 2023 – 77,672 miles
  • 2022 – 66,574 miles
  • 2021 – 55,322 miles
  • 2020 – 55,256 miles
  • 2019 – 53,029 miles
  • 2018 – 51,460 miles
  • 2017 – 49,263 miles
  • 2015 – 42,822 miles
  • 2014 – 33,305 miles
  • 2013 – 28,131 miles
  • 2012 – 19,748 miles
  • 2011 – 18,935 miles
  • 2010 – 14,087 miles
  • 2009 – 7,987 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail101,662 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no washer fluid (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & Cut

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail101,662 miles (+77)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,662 miles
    Test number
    995246349553
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no washer fluid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  2. Fail101,585 miles (+10,449)1 dangerous11 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,585 miles
    Test number
    630277002481
    • DangerousOffside Front Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  3. Pass91,136 miles (-1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    91,136 miles
    Test number
    188312512643
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & Cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Fail91,137 miles (+13,465)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,137 miles
    Test number
    927486926634
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing & Cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass77,672 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    77,672 miles
    Test number
    964779338857
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Fail77,671 miles (+11,097)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,671 miles
    Test number
    315839962699
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55/16 91V (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass66,574 miles (+11,252)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    66,574 miles
    Test number
    893763756709
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  8. Pass55,322 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    55,322 miles
    Test number
    183345237718
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Fail55,321 miles (+65)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,321 miles
    Test number
    277360340105
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass55,256 miles (+3)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    55,256 miles
    Test number
    150111561690
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose Mirror secured with tape (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Lens cover missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre deteriorated/Tyre size 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre deteriorated/Tyre size 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre deteriorated/Tyre size 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre deteriorated/Tyre size 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Fail55,253 miles (+2,224)6 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,253 miles
    Test number
    449924038663
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective Temporary non-fasting cap fitted (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorObligatory mirror insecure Mirror housing broken/adrift (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Lens cover missing (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorSide repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre deteriorated/Tyre size 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre deteriorated/Tyre size 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre deteriorated/Tyre size 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre deteriorated/Tyre size 205/55R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Pass53,029 miles (+1,569)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    53,029 miles
    Test number
    923810472718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,460 miles (+2,197)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    51,460 miles
    Test number
    469242100101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,263 miles (+2,642)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    49,263 miles
    Test number
    913545144736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,621 miles (+3,799)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    46,621 miles
    Test number
    817848487995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,822 miles (+5,365)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    42,822 miles
    Test number
    458820784936
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)
  17. Pass37,457 miles (+4,152)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    37,457 miles
    Test number
    958265205057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,305 miles (+5,174)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    33,305 miles
    Test number
    636469604040
    • NoteRear tyres cracking
  19. Pass28,131 miles (+8,383)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    28,131 miles
    Test number
    129938103400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,748 miles (+813)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    19,748 miles
    Test number
    725559202076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,935 miles (+4,848)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    18,935 miles
    Test number
    106893071124
    • 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)
    • NoteN/s and o/s front brake pads slightly worn
    • NoteWe advise both front tyres are replaced a.s.a.p
  22. Pass14,087 miles (+6,100)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    14,087 miles
    Test number
    794091740122
    • NoteSlight wear to the n/s front tyre
  23. Pass7,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    7,987 miles
    Test number
    354050849138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB06 EFY

Does LB06 EFY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB06 EFY expired on 9 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB06 EFY?
The MOT on LB06 EFY expired on 9 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB06 EFY done?
LB06 EFY was recorded at 101,662 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2025, an average of 5,692 miles a year.
Has LB06 EFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB06 EFY has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB06 EFY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Sept 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB06 EFY find?
LB06 EFY failed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2025 with 1 dangerous defect and 4 major defects: offside rear tyre has ply or cords exposed; front windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no washer fluid; nearside front headlamp not working on dipped beam, and 2 more.

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