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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LB53 CDNMOT history

LB53 CDN is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 26 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 56,887 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jun 2027
Mileage
56,887 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
1,700 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 CDN
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
26 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 CDN was last recorded at 56,887 miles on 22 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,887 miles · 21 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,700 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,887 miles
  • 2025 – 56,089 miles
  • 2024 – 53,758 miles
  • 2023 – 51,781 miles
  • 2021 – 49,604 miles
  • 2020 – 48,219 miles
  • 2019 – 44,553 miles
  • 2018 – 42,780 miles
  • 2017 – 42,605 miles
  • 2016 – 42,256 miles
  • 2015 – 39,886 miles
  • 2014 – 38,517 miles
  • 2013 – 37,655 miles
  • 2012 – 37,168 miles
  • 2011 – 35,748 miles
  • 2010 – 33,242 miles
  • 2008 – 33,084 miles
  • 2007 – 30,464 miles
  • 2006 – 23,710 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,887 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 13 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,887 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    56,887 miles
    Test number
    131638358473
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail56,887 miles (+798)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,887 miles
    Test number
    130110607481
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested head lamp not working (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass56,089 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    56,089 miles
    Test number
    744400456022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail56,085 miles (+2,327)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,085 miles
    Test number
    349374897895
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass53,758 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    53,758 miles
    Test number
    840784548509
    • AdvisoryHead lamp reflectors discoloured
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished

  6. Fail53,756 miles (+1,975)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,756 miles
    Test number
    113804716238
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished

  7. Pass51,781 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    51,781 miles
    Test number
    811137768604
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail51,781 miles (+2,177)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,781 miles
    Test number
    892514731055
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass49,604 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    49,604 miles
    Test number
    388326400163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail49,604 miles (+1,385)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,604 miles
    Test number
    971306581556
    • MajorExhaust system insecure centre sleeve loose insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass48,219 miles (+3,666)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    48,219 miles
    Test number
    725058121195
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust getting thin

  12. Pass44,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    44,553 miles
    Test number
    846793788985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail44,553 miles (+1,773)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,553 miles
    Test number
    897995753459
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  14. Pass42,780 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    42,780 miles
    Test number
    827415985328
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs rusty

  15. Fail42,778 miles (+173)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,778 miles
    Test number
    331167222054
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs rusty

  16. Pass42,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    42,605 miles
    Test number
    741996654582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail42,605 miles (+349)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,605 miles
    Test number
    587728068371
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass42,256 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    42,256 miles
    Test number
    295153886072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail42,256 miles (+2,370)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,256 miles
    Test number
    795286748626
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass39,886 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    39,886 miles
    Test number
    566513965132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail39,886 miles (+1,369)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,886 miles
    Test number
    888783065175
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass38,517 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    38,517 miles
    Test number
    937445174129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s front and rear tyres perished

  23. Fail38,517 miles (+862)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,517 miles
    Test number
    289472574189
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO/s front and rear tyres perished

  24. Pass37,655 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    37,655 miles
    Test number
    745051493149
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Fail37,655 miles (+487)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,655 miles
    Test number
    125059283184
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass37,168 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    37,168 miles
    Test number
    185372682189
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres perrished and o/s rear
    • NoteSlight blow from front pipe

  27. Fail37,168 miles (+1,420)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,168 miles
    Test number
    666602982180
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres perrished and o/s rear
    • NoteSlight blow from front pipe

  28. Pass35,748 miles (+2,506)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    35,748 miles
    Test number
    789948571154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass33,242 miles (+158)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    33,242 miles
    Test number
    112559970199
    • NoteFront & rear brake discs corroded,

  30. Pass33,084 miles (+2,620)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    33,084 miles
    Test number
    672056938349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass30,464 miles (+6,754)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    30,464 miles
    Test number
    420236817339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass23,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    23,710 miles
    Test number
    454077316306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 CDN

Does LB53 CDN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 CDN is valid until 8 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 CDN?
The MOT on LB53 CDN is valid until 8 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 CDN done?
LB53 CDN was recorded at 56,887 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 1,700 miles a year.
Has LB53 CDN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 CDN has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 21 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 CDN 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 CDN find?
LB53 CDN passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s); rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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