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Pink · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LB53 OBPMOT history

LB53 OBP is a pink petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 18 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 80,183 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
80,183 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,592 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

LB53 OBP was last recorded at 80,183 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 6,729 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,454 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,729 miles
Average per year
3,592 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,183 miles
  • 2025 – 73,454 miles
  • 2023 – 72,221 miles
  • 2022 – 70,435 miles
  • 2021 – 68,636 miles
  • 2020 – 67,501 miles
  • 2019 – 63,586 miles
  • 2018 – 57,565 miles
  • 2017 – 53,950 miles
  • 2016 – 48,825 miles
  • 2015 – 47,917 miles
  • 2014 – 47,157 miles
  • 2013 – 46,826 miles
  • 2012 – 41,821 miles
  • 2011 – 24,562 miles
  • 2010 – 24,547 miles
  • 2009 – 21,016 miles
  • 2008 – 15,957 miles
  • 2007 – 14,055 miles
  • 2006 – 10,911 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,183 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,183 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    80,183 miles
    Test number
    279462408015
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail80,183 miles (+6,729)1 dangerous3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,183 miles
    Test number
    983100329670
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass73,454 miles (+1,233)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    73,454 miles
    Test number
    912114500658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass72,221 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    72,221 miles
    Test number
    434025204279
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top mount has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top mount has slight play

  5. Fail72,200 miles (+1,765)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,200 miles
    Test number
    323580885370
    • MajorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top mount has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top mount has slight play

  6. Pass70,435 miles (+1,799)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    70,435 miles
    Test number
    621406481107
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Pass68,636 miles (+1,135)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    68,636 miles
    Test number
    606703913663
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass67,501 miles (+3,915)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    67,501 miles
    Test number
    293768657023
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass63,586 miles (+6,021)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    63,586 miles
    Test number
    517826654901
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass57,565 miles (+3,615)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    57,565 miles
    Test number
    737098003748
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side wall cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Side wall cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass53,950 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    53,950 miles
    Test number
    633282782472
    • AdvisoryUnder shield fitted to vehicle so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

  12. Fail53,950 miles (+5,125)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,950 miles
    Test number
    330080100487
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear brake caliper securing device missing Lower mounting bolt missing. (3.5.1j)
    • AdvisoryUnder shield fitted to vehicle so there is a restricted view of some testable items.

  13. Pass48,825 miles (+908)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    48,825 miles
    Test number
    513783796252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,917 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    47,917 miles
    Test number
    616405585950
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Fail47,917 miles (+760)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,917 miles
    Test number
    122673933958
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass47,157 miles (+331)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    47,157 miles
    Test number
    498262624494
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail46,826 miles4 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,826 miles
    Test number
    457799323335
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  18. Pass46,826 miles (+5,005)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    46,826 miles
    Test number
    617579923384
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  19. Pass41,821 miles (+17,259)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    41,821 miles
    Test number
    995041722199
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass24,562 miles (+15)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    24,562 miles
    Test number
    159281031437
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking

  21. Pass24,547 miles (+566)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    24,547 miles
    Test number
    383669290477
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass23,981 miles (+2,965)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    23,981 miles
    Test number
    470931260127
    • NoteAdvise offside rear tyre tread staring to perrish

  23. Pass21,016 miles (+5,059)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    21,016 miles
    Test number
    802191369166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

  24. Pass15,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    15,957 miles
    Test number
    411868858197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail15,957 miles (+1,902)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,957 miles
    Test number
    983998058153
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  26. Pass14,055 miles (+3,144)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    14,055 miles
    Test number
    474071237432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass10,911 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    10,911 miles
    Test number
    813825746336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 OBP

Does LB53 OBP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 OBP is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB53 OBP?
The MOT on LB53 OBP is valid until 1 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 OBP done?
LB53 OBP was recorded at 80,183 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 3,592 miles a year.
Has LB53 OBP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 OBP has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB53 OBP 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 OBP find?
LB53 OBP passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 4 more.

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