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Volkswagen Beetle

Grey · Petrol · 2018 · 1,395 cc

LB52 BUSMOT history

LB52 BUS is a grey petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 27 Mar 2018. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 6 of 7 MOT tests, with 43,025 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 May 2027
Mileage
43,025 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
7
6 passed · 1 failed
Per year
3,826 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 BUS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,395 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
27 Mar 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 BUS was last recorded at 43,025 miles on 5 May 2026, 2,608 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,417 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,608 miles
Average per year
3,826 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,025 miles
  • 2025 – 40,417 miles
  • 2024 – 36,857 miles
  • 2023 – 31,714 miles
  • 2022 – 27,647 miles
  • 2021 – 23,405 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,025 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

7 tests since 19 Mar 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass43,025 miles (+2,608)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2027
    Odometer
    43,025 miles
    Test number
    359603306603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass40,417 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    40,417 miles
    Test number
    370549245951
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail40,417 miles (+3,560)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,417 miles
    Test number
    250524981792
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracking to plys (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracking to plys (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking and worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass36,857 miles (+5,143)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    36,857 miles
    Test number
    191880160350
    • 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))

  5. Pass31,714 miles (+4,067)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    31,714 miles
    Test number
    490791867654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass27,647 miles (+4,242)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    27,647 miles
    Test number
    819792642420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass23,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    23,405 miles
    Test number
    354345397340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 BUS

Does LB52 BUS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 BUS is valid until 4 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 BUS?
The MOT on LB52 BUS is valid until 4 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 BUS done?
LB52 BUS was recorded at 43,025 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 3,826 miles a year.
Has LB52 BUS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 BUS has failed 1 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LB52 BUS 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 LB52 BUS find?
LB52 BUS passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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