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Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,596 cc

LB55 SXTMOT history

LB55 SXT is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 5 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 127,089 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jun 2027
Mileage
127,089 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,060 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 SXT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
5 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 SXT was last recorded at 127,089 miles on 2 Jun 2026, 3,295 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,794 miles · 5 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,295 miles
Average per year
6,060 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,089 miles
  • 2025 – 123,794 miles
  • 2024 – 119,794 miles
  • 2023 – 114,036 miles
  • 2022 – 109,531 miles
  • 2021 – 105,696 miles
  • 2020 – 103,450 miles
  • 2019 – 94,538 miles
  • 2018 – 84,290 miles
  • 2017 – 73,094 miles
  • 2016 – 63,369 miles
  • 2015 – 57,238 miles
  • 2014 – 51,806 miles
  • 2013 – 47,723 miles
  • 2012 – 40,283 miles
  • 2011 – 34,456 miles
  • 2010 – 28,478 miles
  • 2009 – 21,571 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,089 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,089 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    127,089 miles
    Test number
    281546601371
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail127,086 miles (+3,292)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,086 miles
    Test number
    989192594196
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55x16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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. Pass123,794 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    123,794 miles
    Test number
    808946307777
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail123,791 miles (+3,997)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,791 miles
    Test number
    445494350729
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass119,794 miles (+64)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    119,794 miles
    Test number
    521375108561
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside vehicle structure corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail119,730 miles (+5,694)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,730 miles
    Test number
    419697148638
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working on wing mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill is holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both blades are worn (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both hoses are starting to crack and perish (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rubber inserts are worn allowing movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is worn on the inner edge it is also heavily cracked between the treads (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill has light corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear steel wheel is fitted all the others are alloys

  7. Pass114,036 miles (+23)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2024
    Odometer
    114,036 miles
    Test number
    521874450589
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Fail114,013 miles (+4,482)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,013 miles
    Test number
    644295014953
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively damage torn (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass109,531 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    109,531 miles
    Test number
    918704110878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. FailMileage not read2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    472403362447
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass105,696 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    105,696 miles
    Test number
    225716216466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail105,696 miles (+2,246)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,696 miles
    Test number
    600697493631
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass103,450 miles (+8,912)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    103,450 miles
    Test number
    439118446677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass94,538 miles (+10,248)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    94,538 miles
    Test number
    965343541431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass84,290 miles (+11,196)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    84,290 miles
    Test number
    911637513259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass73,094 miles (+9,725)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    73,094 miles
    Test number
    224131172720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,369 miles (+6,131)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    63,369 miles
    Test number
    906478649883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,238 miles (+5,432)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    57,238 miles
    Test number
    166419775433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass51,806 miles (+4,083)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    51,806 miles
    Test number
    299910534046
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass47,723 miles (+7,440)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    47,723 miles
    Test number
    898365743054
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront wiper blades smeering

  21. Fail40,283 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,283 miles
    Test number
    188020342411
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

  22. Pass40,283 miles (+5,827)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    40,283 miles
    Test number
    706750442043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,456 miles (+5,978)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    34,456 miles
    Test number
    829926241003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,478 miles (+6,907)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    28,478 miles
    Test number
    580955100083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass21,571 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    21,571 miles
    Test number
    561202509075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 SXT

Does LB55 SXT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 SXT is valid until 6 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 SXT?
The MOT on LB55 SXT is valid until 6 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 SXT done?
LB55 SXT was recorded at 127,089 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2026, an average of 6,060 miles a year.
Has LB55 SXT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 SXT has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 SXT 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 LB55 SXT find?
LB55 SXT passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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