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Volkswagen Beetle

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,984 cc

LB54 PZVMOT history

LB54 PZV is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 28 Jan 2005. Its MOT expired on 18 Aug 2024 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 85,819 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Aug 2024
Mileage
85,819 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2023
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,847 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 PZV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 PZV was last recorded at 85,819 miles on 18 Aug 2023, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,808 miles · 12 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
3,847 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 85,819 miles
  • 2022 – 79,390 miles
  • 2021 – 72,927 miles
  • 2020 – 70,318 miles
  • 2019 – 70,045 miles
  • 2018 – 70,014 miles
  • 2016 – 68,049 miles
  • 2015 – 61,824 miles
  • 2014 – 57,521 miles
  • 2013 – 52,990 miles
  • 2012 – 48,622 miles
  • 2011 – 41,802 miles
  • 2010 – 37,570 miles
  • 2009 – 33,059 miles
  • 2008 – 26,232 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,819 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,819 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    85,819 miles
    Test number
    140768842435
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail85,808 miles (+6,418)1 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,808 miles
    Test number
    859721789879
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction eml (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both lens faded (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ripped (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ripped (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass79,390 miles (+6,463)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    79,390 miles
    Test number
    323333655517
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3m (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perishing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3m (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps light out put slightly dull
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  4. Pass72,927 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    72,927 miles
    Test number
    310755457560
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail72,927 miles (+2,609)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,927 miles
    Test number
    504290589235
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass70,318 miles (+273)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    70,318 miles
    Test number
    331053379295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass70,045 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    70,045 miles
    Test number
    843345283486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass70,014 miles (+1,965)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    70,014 miles
    Test number
    954602607009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  9. Pass68,049 miles (+6,225)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2017
    Odometer
    68,049 miles
    Test number
    473385956929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,824 miles (+4,303)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    61,824 miles
    Test number
    599701135141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass57,521 miles (+4,531)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    57,521 miles
    Test number
    536914534105
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  12. Pass52,990 miles (+172)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    52,990 miles
    Test number
    846491233190
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Fail52,818 miles (+4,196)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,818 miles
    Test number
    949127913139
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass48,622 miles (+45)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    48,622 miles
    Test number
    428328902125
    • NoteO/s/r tyre sidewall detteriating.

  15. Fail48,577 miles (+6,775)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,577 miles
    Test number
    456353302124
    • FailureNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre sidewall detteriating.

  16. Pass41,802 miles (+4,232)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    41,802 miles
    Test number
    249063171092
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass37,570 miles (+4,511)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    37,570 miles
    Test number
    151128140414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,059 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    33,059 miles
    Test number
    674409949040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteEngine undertray bolt missing

  19. Fail33,059 miles (+6,827)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,059 miles
    Test number
    720388349084
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteEngine undertray bolt missing

  20. Pass26,232 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    26,232 miles
    Test number
    512751358096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 PZV

Does LB54 PZV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 PZV expired on 18 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 PZV?
The MOT on LB54 PZV expired on 18 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 PZV done?
LB54 PZV was recorded at 85,819 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2023, an average of 3,847 miles a year.
Has LB54 PZV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 PZV has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LB54 PZV 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 LB54 PZV find?
LB54 PZV passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2023 with 2 advisories: coolant leak; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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