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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,984 cc

LB55 TLFMOT history

LB55 TLF is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 25 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 1 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 132,622 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Feb 2027
Mileage
132,622 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
7,129 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 TLF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
25 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 TLF was last recorded at 132,622 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,621 miles · 26 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
7,129 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,622 miles
  • 2025 – 130,469 miles
  • 2024 – 128,933 miles
  • 2023 – 126,530 miles
  • 2022 – 124,135 miles
  • 2021 – 121,729 miles
  • 2020 – 119,072 miles
  • 2019 – 116,361 miles
  • 2018 – 113,434 miles
  • 2017 – 108,932 miles
  • 2016 – 104,445 miles
  • 2015 – 98,900 miles
  • 2014 – 92,219 miles
  • 2013 – 72,111 miles
  • 2012 – 48,455 miles
  • 2011 – 32,557 miles
  • 2010 – 22,266 miles
  • 2009 – 11,906 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,622 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSR trailing arm bush perished and starting to split, but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper OSF shock top mount has slightly more play when compared to other side, but not excessiveRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OSR trailing arm bush perished and starting to split, but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside front tyre is wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside rear tyre is wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2020

Full MOT history

31 tests since 26 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,622 miles (+1)2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    132,622 miles
    Test number
    540196297054
    • 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSR trailing arm bush perished and starting to split, but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper OSF shock top mount has slightly more play when compared to other side, but not excessive
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OSR trailing arm bush perished and starting to split, but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail132,621 miles (+2,152)2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,621 miles
    Test number
    736328196760
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSR trailing arm bush perished and starting to split, but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper OSF shock top mount has slightly more play when compared to other side, but not excessive
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OSR trailing arm bush perished and starting to split, but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass130,469 miles (+1,536)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    130,469 miles
    Test number
    573712740668
    • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front mounting point for drivers door limiter strap missing but not affecting operation of door

  4. Pass128,933 miles (+2,403)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    128,933 miles
    Test number
    517118550654
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive oil leak in gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reverse light not working but not mandatory due to vehicle age

  5. Pass126,530 miles (+2,395)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    126,530 miles
    Test number
    263671137886
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass124,135 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    124,135 miles
    Test number
    173109652644
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  7. Fail124,135 miles (+2,406)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,135 miles
    Test number
    821994343395
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  8. Pass121,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    121,729 miles
    Test number
    239703025135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail121,729 miles (+2,657)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,729 miles
    Test number
    469406012422
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust is corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre is wearing on inner edge

  10. Pass119,072 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    119,072 miles
    Test number
    397108726225
    • AdvisoryGearbox has a slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre is wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre is wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside front top mount has slight movement
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  11. Fail119,072 miles (+2,711)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,072 miles
    Test number
    498944302795
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGearbox has a slight oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre is wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside number plate light is not working
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre is wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside front top mount has slight movement
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre is wearing on inner edge

  12. Pass116,361 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    116,361 miles
    Test number
    997060571763
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front split but not insecure (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine and gearbox oil leaks

  13. Fail116,360 miles (+103)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,360 miles
    Test number
    711480645202
    • DangerousNearside Rear Coil spring missing and directional control affected (5.3.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front split but not insecure (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine and gearbox oil leaks

  14. Fail116,257 miles (+2,823)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,257 miles
    Test number
    556631979490
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high manual adjuster inoperative will not adjust (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  15. Pass113,434 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    113,434 miles
    Test number
    105332195641
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays are fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre is wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre is perishing and wearing on inner edge

  16. Fail113,433 miles (+4,501)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,433 miles
    Test number
    679484383576
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays are fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre is wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre is perishing and wearing on inner edge

  17. Pass108,932 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    108,932 miles
    Test number
    770828316923
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin looks low (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail108,932 miles (+4,487)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,932 miles
    Test number
    468344617104
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin looks low (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass104,445 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    104,445 miles
    Test number
    312229025547
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside front seat belt stork cover missing
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill damage
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre is perishing and out of shape on inner edge
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  20. Fail104,443 miles (+5,543)1 dangerous5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,443 miles
    Test number
    784743036961
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside front seat belt stork cover missing
    • AdvisoryOffside outer sill damage
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre is perishing and out of shape on inner edge
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  21. Pass98,900 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    98,900 miles
    Test number
    617553835018
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDrivers side rear tyre unevenly worn

  22. Fail98,900 miles (+6,681)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,900 miles
    Test number
    676930435058
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDrivers side rear tyre unevenly worn

  23. Pass92,219 miles8 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    92,219 miles
    Test number
    946396944020
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  24. Fail92,219 miles (+20,108)2 failures8 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,219 miles
    Test number
    338126744015
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  25. Pass72,111 miles (+23,656)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    72,111 miles
    Test number
    968786423076
    • NoteFront wipers starting to smear screen
    • NoteN/s/f seatbelt stalk, catch cover missing
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn to limit on inner edge
    • NoteO/s/f brake pads 80% worn

  26. Pass48,455 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    48,455 miles
    Test number
    268891252047
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail48,455 miles (+15,898)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,455 miles
    Test number
    828201252051
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass32,557 miles (+10,291)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    32,557 miles
    Test number
    977037851038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass22,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    22,266 miles
    Test number
    390814950054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail22,266 miles (+10,360)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,266 miles
    Test number
    501744350007
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  31. Pass11,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    11,906 miles
    Test number
    154827359039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 TLF

Does LB55 TLF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 TLF is valid until 1 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 TLF?
The MOT on LB55 TLF is valid until 1 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 TLF done?
LB55 TLF was recorded at 132,622 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 7,129 miles a year.
Has LB55 TLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 TLF has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB55 TLF 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 TLF find?
LB55 TLF passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 7 more.

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