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White · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LB09 WZWMOT history

LB09 WZW is a white petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 19 Aug 2009. Its MOT expired on 13 Jul 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 97,834 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Jul 2026
Mileage
97,834 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,010 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 WZW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
19 Aug 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 WZW was last recorded at 97,834 miles on 2 Jul 2025, 4,424 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,410 miles · 8 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
4,424 miles
Average per year
6,010 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,834 miles
  • 2024 – 93,410 miles
  • 2023 – 88,111 miles
  • 2022 – 80,769 miles
  • 2021 – 74,584 miles
  • 2020 – 67,727 miles
  • 2019 – 60,685 miles
  • 2018 – 53,485 miles
  • 2017 – 47,278 miles
  • 2016 – 39,418 miles
  • 2015 – 36,465 miles
  • 2014 – 31,055 miles
  • 2013 – 25,338 miles
  • 2012 – 20,436 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,834 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner/outer edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NSF and OSF worn/lipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Wiper motor intermittent fault

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Middle /rear exhaust corroded/deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner/outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine/sump area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,834 miles (+4,424)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    97,834 miles
    Test number
    126268645044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Pass93,410 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    93,410 miles
    Test number
    543208605207
    • AdvisoryBonnet Release(lever broken)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NSF and OSF discs worn/lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMiddle/rear Exhaust system DETERIORATED/CORRODED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner/outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Sill DAMAGED

  3. Fail93,409 miles (+5,298)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,409 miles
    Test number
    743868252137
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Bush worn/Collapsed Excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBonnet Release(lever broken)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NSF and OSF discs worn/lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongy
    • AdvisoryMiddle/rear Exhaust system DETERIORATED/CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm worn also worn inner/outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner/outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Sill DAMAGED

  4. Pass88,111 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    88,111 miles
    Test number
    112704996254
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NSF and OSF worn/lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wiper motor intermittent fault
    • AdvisoryMiddle /rear exhaust corroded/deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner/outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner/outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine/sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail88,109 miles (+7,340)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,109 miles
    Test number
    264107474625
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split worn (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring missing (5.3.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened NSF and OSF worn/lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wiper motor intermittent fault
    • AdvisoryMiddle /rear exhaust corroded/deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner/outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner/outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine/sump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass80,769 miles (+6,185)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    80,769 miles
    Test number
    874133370093
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust joining clamp corroded/broken, advise new

  7. Pass74,584 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    74,584 miles
    Test number
    267686944486
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin slightly corroded

  8. Fail74,583 miles (+6,856)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,583 miles
    Test number
    377029912705
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer outer skin slightly corroded

  9. Pass67,727 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    67,727 miles
    Test number
    717724491574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail67,724 miles (+7,039)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,724 miles
    Test number
    786512354142
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass60,685 miles (+7,200)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    60,685 miles
    Test number
    357451277799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,485 miles (+6,207)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    53,485 miles
    Test number
    607781251939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    47,278 miles
    Test number
    761161894393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail47,275 miles (+7,857)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,275 miles
    Test number
    303203630750
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres badly cracking

  15. Pass39,418 miles (+2,953)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    39,418 miles
    Test number
    156775229899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    36,465 miles
    Test number
    749509305275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail36,465 miles (+5,410)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,465 miles
    Test number
    626599505270
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass31,055 miles (+5,717)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    31,055 miles
    Test number
    976485424225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,338 miles (+4,902)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    25,338 miles
    Test number
    917396923216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass20,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    20,436 miles
    Test number
    348398022296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB09 WZW

Does LB09 WZW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB09 WZW expired on 13 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB09 WZW?
The MOT on LB09 WZW expired on 13 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB09 WZW done?
LB09 WZW was recorded at 97,834 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2025, an average of 6,010 miles a year.
Has LB09 WZW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 WZW has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LB09 WZW 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 LB09 WZW find?
LB09 WZW passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; service brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

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