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Volkswagen Beetle

White · Petrol · 2006 · 1,390 cc

LB53 GABMOT history

LB53 GAB is a white petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 5 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 26 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 92,696 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Nov 2026
Mileage
92,696 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,353 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 GAB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
5 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 GAB was last recorded at 92,696 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 77 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,619 miles · 25 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
77 miles
Average per year
4,353 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 92,696 miles
  • 2024 – 87,386 miles
  • 2023 – 81,672 miles
  • 2022 – 76,184 miles
  • 2021 – 70,797 miles
  • 2020 – 69,501 miles
  • 2019 – 67,572 miles
  • 2018 – 64,851 miles
  • 2017 – 60,480 miles
  • 2016 – 56,951 miles
  • 2015 – 47,855 miles
  • 2014 – 41,583 miles
  • 2013 – 37,085 miles
  • 2012 – 31,687 miles
  • 2011 – 27,304 miles
  • 2010 – 23,444 miles
  • 2009 – 19,709 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,696 miles
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lightsRecorded at 2 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.

  • Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,696 miles (+77)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    92,696 miles
    Test number
    404794601698
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  2. Fail92,619 miles (+5,233)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,619 miles
    Test number
    215943814557
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  3. Pass87,386 miles (+5,714)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    87,386 miles
    Test number
    678323581225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass81,672 miles (+5,488)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    81,672 miles
    Test number
    530892281772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass76,184 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    76,184 miles
    Test number
    198477103413
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Fail76,184 miles (+5,387)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,184 miles
    Test number
    330002546290
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass70,797 miles (+1,296)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    70,797 miles
    Test number
    460793841710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass69,501 miles (+1,929)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    69,501 miles
    Test number
    765665742907
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracking on sidewalls

  9. Pass67,572 miles (+2,721)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    67,572 miles
    Test number
    350256404612
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear pads low
    • AdvisoryRear tyres walls cracking

  10. Pass64,851 miles (+4,371)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    64,851 miles
    Test number
    508728497947
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  11. Pass60,480 miles (+3,529)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    60,480 miles
    Test number
    188460266052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass56,951 miles (+9,096)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    56,951 miles
    Test number
    905559665336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass47,855 miles (+6,272)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    47,855 miles
    Test number
    305626555005
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass41,583 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    41,583 miles
    Test number
    867476654078
    • NoteRetest

  15. Fail41,583 miles (+4,498)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,583 miles
    Test number
    559216254005
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass37,085 miles (+5,398)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    37,085 miles
    Test number
    157264063077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,687 miles (+4,383)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    31,687 miles
    Test number
    527423362093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,304 miles (+3,860)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    27,304 miles
    Test number
    707460461012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,444 miles (+3,735)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    23,444 miles
    Test number
    622101460046
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass19,709 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    19,709 miles
    Test number
    101571359097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 GAB

Does LB53 GAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 GAB is valid until 26 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 GAB?
The MOT on LB53 GAB is valid until 26 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 GAB done?
LB53 GAB was recorded at 92,696 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 4,353 miles a year.
Has LB53 GAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 GAB has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 GAB 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 GAB find?
LB53 GAB passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: items removed from driver's view prior to test; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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