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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LB53 AVEMOT history

LB53 AVE is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 2 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 92,971 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
92,971 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,337 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 AVE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
2 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 AVE was last recorded at 92,971 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 4,461 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,510 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,461 miles
Average per year
4,337 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,971 miles
  • 2025 – 88,510 miles
  • 2023 – 86,852 miles
  • 2022 – 84,348 miles
  • 2021 – 83,088 miles
  • 2020 – 80,974 miles
  • 2019 – 78,917 miles
  • 2018 – 78,251 miles
  • 2017 – 76,175 miles
  • 2015 – 73,459 miles
  • 2014 – 69,627 miles
  • 2013 – 61,406 miles
  • 2012 – 53,176 miles
  • 2011 – 41,673 miles
  • 2010 – 32,002 miles
  • 2009 – 24,067 miles
  • 2008 – 19,870 miles
  • 2007 – 10,875 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,971 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,971 miles (+4,461)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    92,971 miles
    Test number
    995842238725
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass88,510 miles (+1,658)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    88,510 miles
    Test number
    128682927562
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass86,852 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    86,852 miles
    Test number
    546405431778
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail86,852 miles (+2,504)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,852 miles
    Test number
    957747133585
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass84,348 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    84,348 miles
    Test number
    227956494978
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail84,348 miles (+1,260)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,348 miles
    Test number
    761656168419
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass83,088 miles (+2,114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    83,088 miles
    Test number
    418862232130
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass80,974 miles (+2,057)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    80,974 miles
    Test number
    670413872945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass78,917 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,917 miles
    Test number
    545942642449
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill slightly damaged

  10. Fail78,917 miles (+666)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,917 miles
    Test number
    105270006214
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill slightly damaged

  11. Pass78,251 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    78,251 miles
    Test number
    317964837992
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust mounting broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement split (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside body sill damaged
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn low on inner edges

  12. Fail78,250 miles (+2,075)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,250 miles
    Test number
    461422016792
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust mounting broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement split (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside body sill damaged
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn low on inner edges

  13. Pass76,175 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    76,175 miles
    Test number
    786552095832
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount corroded
    • AdvisoryDent outer sill
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover lose under car

  14. Fail76,174 miles (+2,715)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,174 miles
    Test number
    146409878302
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount corroded
    • AdvisoryDent outer sill
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover lose under car

  15. Pass73,459 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    73,459 miles
    Test number
    628893095095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount corroded
    • AdvisoryDent offside outer sill
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on inner edge

  16. Fail73,459 miles (+3,832)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,459 miles
    Test number
    265928633141
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount corroded
    • AdvisoryDent offside outer sill
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on inner edge

  17. Pass69,627 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    69,627 miles
    Test number
    366141834347
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteDent offside outer sill
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edge
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner edge

  18. Fail69,627 miles (+8,221)1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,627 miles
    Test number
    408321534387
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteDent offside outer sill
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edge
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner edge

  19. Pass61,406 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    61,406 miles
    Test number
    916370033352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner edge

  20. Fail61,406 miles (+8,230)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,406 miles
    Test number
    609729923379
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner edge

  21. Pass53,176 miles (+11,503)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    53,176 miles
    Test number
    459071432333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  22. Pass41,673 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    41,673 miles
    Test number
    319253341342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteDent in offside outer sill

  23. Fail41,673 miles (+9,671)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,673 miles
    Test number
    396003341360
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteDent in offside outer sill

  24. Pass32,002 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    32,002 miles
    Test number
    954380140381
    • NoteAir bag warning light on.
    • NoteO/s outer sill damaged.

  25. Fail32,002 miles (+7,935)1 failure6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,002 miles
    Test number
    280880340357
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteAir bag warning light on.
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges and close to wear blocks,n/s/f tyre has a cut in side wall.
    • NoteFront brake pads low.
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wall splitting,advise new.
    • NoteO/s outer sill damaged.
    • NoteO/s/f headlight cover and seal missing advise new.

  26. Pass24,067 miles (+4,197)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    24,067 miles
    Test number
    270298039345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass19,870 miles (+8,995)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    19,870 miles
    Test number
    610280148372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front indicator lens missing

  28. Pass10,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    10,875 miles
    Test number
    113037117129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 AVE

Does LB53 AVE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 AVE is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 AVE?
The MOT on LB53 AVE is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 AVE done?
LB53 AVE was recorded at 92,971 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 4,337 miles a year.
Has LB53 AVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 AVE has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB53 AVE 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 LB53 AVE find?
LB53 AVE passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with 7 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 4 more.

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