Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Beetle

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,596 cc

LB07 APFMOT history

LB07 APF is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 9 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 27 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 18 MOT tests, with 40,400 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Sept 2027
Mileage
40,400 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
17 passed · 1 failed
Per year
1,225 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LB07 APF in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LB07 APF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
9 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB07 APF was last recorded at 40,400 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 703 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
39,697 miles · 19 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
703 miles
Average per year
1,225 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 40,400 miles
  • 2025 – 39,697 miles
  • 2024 – 39,003 miles
  • 2023 – 37,780 miles
  • 2022 – 36,442 miles
  • 2021 – 34,811 miles
  • 2020 – 33,547 miles
  • 2019 – 32,844 miles
  • 2018 – 31,801 miles
  • 2017 – 30,757 miles
  • 2016 – 30,223 miles
  • 2015 – 28,829 miles
  • 2014 – 28,098 miles
  • 2013 – 26,501 miles
  • 2012 – 25,363 miles
  • 2011 – 23,810 miles
  • 2010 – 20,395 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,400 miles
  • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • 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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 25 May 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,400 miles (+703)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    40,400 miles
    Test number
    352030328608
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass39,697 miles (+694)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    39,697 miles
    Test number
    489873854466
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass39,003 miles (+1,223)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    39,003 miles
    Test number
    708655455234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass37,780 miles (+1,338)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    37,780 miles
    Test number
    667060889875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass36,442 miles (+1,631)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    36,442 miles
    Test number
    610119467742
    • MinorNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass34,811 miles (+1,264)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    34,811 miles
    Test number
    723625390197
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass33,547 miles (+703)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    33,547 miles
    Test number
    961938367390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass32,844 miles (+1,043)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    32,844 miles
    Test number
    206988338780
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres beginning to crack on outer sidewalls

  9. Pass31,801 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    31,801 miles
    Test number
    700504501972
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  10. Fail31,801 miles (+1,044)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,801 miles
    Test number
    970781187738
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass30,757 miles (+534)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    30,757 miles
    Test number
    391559250454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass30,223 miles (+1,394)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    30,223 miles
    Test number
    789817756057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass28,829 miles (+731)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    28,829 miles
    Test number
    788233155143
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass28,098 miles (+1,597)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    28,098 miles
    Test number
    449549524181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,501 miles (+1,138)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    26,501 miles
    Test number
    929003333114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,363 miles (+1,553)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    25,363 miles
    Test number
    205810952493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass23,810 miles (+3,415)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    23,810 miles
    Test number
    245971281128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    20,395 miles
    Test number
    893375240164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB07 APF

Does LB07 APF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB07 APF is valid until 27 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB07 APF?
The MOT on LB07 APF is valid until 27 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB07 APF done?
LB07 APF was recorded at 40,400 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 1,225 miles a year.
Has LB07 APF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB07 APF has failed 1 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 24 May 2018.
Has the mileage on LB07 APF 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 LB07 APF find?
LB07 APF passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both; nearside front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; oil leak, but not excessive.

Related registrations

Browse all LB07A 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.