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Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

LB51 KXMMOT history

LB51 KXM is a grey petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 7 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 29 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 81,091 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 May 2027
Mileage
81,091 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,296 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 KXM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 KXM was last recorded at 81,091 miles on 12 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 May 2026: 81,091 miles, lower than 81,093 miles on 11 May 2026.

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
81,093 miles · 11 May 2026
Average per year
3,296 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,091 miles
  • 2025 – 78,998 miles
  • 2024 – 77,448 miles
  • 2023 – 74,926 miles
  • 2022 – 73,363 miles
  • 2021 – 72,070 miles
  • 2020 – 71,314 miles
  • 2019 – 67,334 miles
  • 2018 – 63,486 miles
  • 2017 – 62,747 miles
  • 2016 – 62,410 miles
  • 2015 – 60,959 miles
  • 2014 – 59,056 miles
  • 2013 – 57,243 miles
  • 2012 – 52,628 miles
  • 2011 – 47,717 miles
  • 2010 – 43,549 miles
  • 2008 – 27,300 miles
  • 2007 – 19,147 miles
  • 2006 – 16,777 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,091 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,091 miles (-2)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2027
    Odometer
    81,091 miles
    Test number
    699405801426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail81,093 miles (+2,095)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,093 miles
    Test number
    528304235093
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass78,998 miles (+1,550)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2026
    Odometer
    78,998 miles
    Test number
    488711647707
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Pass77,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    77,448 miles
    Test number
    290015286560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail77,448 miles (+2,522)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,448 miles
    Test number
    405188552079
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear pin bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear pin bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass74,926 miles (+1,563)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    74,926 miles
    Test number
    988883324346
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass73,363 miles (+1,293)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2023
    Odometer
    73,363 miles
    Test number
    242289008609
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass72,070 miles (+756)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2022
    Odometer
    72,070 miles
    Test number
    144271716373
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass71,314 miles (+3,980)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2021
    Odometer
    71,314 miles
    Test number
    144182243588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass67,334 miles (+3,848)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2020
    Odometer
    67,334 miles
    Test number
    326696731328
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass63,486 miles (+739)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    63,486 miles
    Test number
    673959300804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,747 miles (+337)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    62,747 miles
    Test number
    709032714779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,410 miles (+1,451)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    62,410 miles
    Test number
    956613222943
    • AdvisoryN/s/r and o/s/r tyres perished

  14. Pass60,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    60,959 miles
    Test number
    148077725487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail60,959 miles (+1,903)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,959 miles
    Test number
    266877125055
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass59,056 miles (+1,813)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    59,056 miles
    Test number
    666583924027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    57,243 miles
    Test number
    405047513032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail57,243 miles (+4,615)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,243 miles
    Test number
    369727913009
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass52,628 miles (+4,911)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    52,628 miles
    Test number
    299625122079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,717 miles (+4,168)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    47,717 miles
    Test number
    949816221042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,549 miles1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    43,549 miles
    Test number
    380032030050
    • Dangerous3 tyres very low plus worn on edges
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail43,549 miles (+16,249)1 dangerous2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,549 miles
    Test number
    722482430037
    • Dangerous3 tyres very low plus worn on edges
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass27,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    27,300 miles
    Test number
    370622018333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail27,300 miles (+8,153)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,300 miles
    Test number
    270432018351
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  25. Pass19,147 miles (+2,370)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    19,147 miles
    Test number
    450479607356
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass16,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    16,777 miles
    Test number
    451920616499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 KXM

Does LB51 KXM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 KXM is valid until 29 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB51 KXM?
The MOT on LB51 KXM is valid until 29 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 KXM done?
LB51 KXM was recorded at 81,091 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 3,296 miles a year.
Has LB51 KXM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 KXM has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB51 KXM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 May 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB51 KXM find?
LB51 KXM passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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