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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

LB08 CVYMOT history

LB08 CVY is a black diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 5 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 5 Jun 2024 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 43,968 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jun 2024
Mileage
43,968 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2023
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,793 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 CVY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
5 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 CVY was last recorded at 43,968 miles on 6 Jun 2023, 766 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,202 miles · 26 May 2022
Between the last two tests
766 miles
Average per year
2,793 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 43,968 miles
  • 2022 – 43,202 miles
  • 2021 – 41,723 miles
  • 2020 – 39,173 miles
  • 2019 – 36,244 miles
  • 2018 – 33,531 miles
  • 2017 – 29,088 miles
  • 2016 – 24,290 miles
  • 2015 – 21,547 miles
  • 2014 – 19,005 miles
  • 2013 – 16,209 miles
  • 2012 – 13,540 miles
  • 2011 – 10,419 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,968 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (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 Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive at engine bay

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Revers lens incomplete

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 2 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,968 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    43,968 miles
    Test number
    449009975933
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail43,967 miles (+765)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,967 miles
    Test number
    583711168455
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass43,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    43,202 miles
    Test number
    426563443812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail43,200 miles (+1,477)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,200 miles
    Test number
    486035466590
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  5. Pass41,723 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    41,723 miles
    Test number
    645076830872
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail41,716 miles (+2,543)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,716 miles
    Test number
    719970078040
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass39,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    39,173 miles
    Test number
    440575695614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass39,173 miles (+33)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    39,173 miles
    Test number
    653515153057
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRevers lens incomplete
    • AdvisoryUnder tray
  9. Fail39,140 miles (+2,896)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,140 miles
    Test number
    849874780102
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRevers lens incomplete
    • AdvisoryUnder tray
  10. Pass36,244 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    36,244 miles
    Test number
    860626763947
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryReversing light lens missing
  11. Fail36,244 miles (+2,713)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,244 miles
    Test number
    853339227020
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryReversing light lens missing
  12. Pass33,531 miles (+4,443)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    33,531 miles
    Test number
    467190284087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass29,088 miles (+4,798)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    29,088 miles
    Test number
    427542032720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass24,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    24,290 miles
    Test number
    774263958290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail24,290 miles (+2,743)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,290 miles
    Test number
    782071459540
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  16. Pass21,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    21,547 miles
    Test number
    315476755155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail21,547 miles (+2,542)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,547 miles
    Test number
    626555555101
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
  18. Pass19,005 miles (+2,796)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    19,005 miles
    Test number
    437176754132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  19. Pass16,209 miles (+2,669)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    16,209 miles
    Test number
    287247353463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass13,540 miles (+3,121)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    13,540 miles
    Test number
    158420752136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass10,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    10,419 miles
    Test number
    539533651163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 CVY

Does LB08 CVY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 CVY expired on 5 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 CVY?
The MOT on LB08 CVY expired on 5 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 CVY done?
LB08 CVY was recorded at 43,968 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2023, an average of 2,793 miles a year.
Has LB08 CVY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 CVY has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 CVY 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 LB08 CVY find?
LB08 CVY passed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2023 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both.

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