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Volkswagen Beetle

Grey · Petrol · 2007 · 1,596 cc

LB57 DMZMOT history

LB57 DMZ is a grey petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 24 Nov 2007. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 110,494 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Nov 2026
Mileage
110,494 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,551 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 DMZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
24 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 DMZ was last recorded at 110,494 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 3,689 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
106,805 miles · 25 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,689 miles
Average per year
6,551 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 110,494 miles
  • 2024 – 106,805 miles
  • 2023 – 102,897 miles
  • 2022 – 98,237 miles
  • 2021 – 95,022 miles
  • 2020 – 89,330 miles
  • 2019 – 81,940 miles
  • 2018 – 74,403 miles
  • 2017 – 67,550 miles
  • 2016 – 58,804 miles
  • 2015 – 47,802 miles
  • 2014 – 38,963 miles
  • 2013 – 29,022 miles
  • 2012 – 19,458 miles
  • 2011 – 15,539 miles
  • 2010 – 12,115 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,494 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 20 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,494 miles (+3,689)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    110,494 miles
    Test number
    774240025348
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass106,805 miles (+3,908)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    106,805 miles
    Test number
    469271741366
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  3. Pass102,897 miles (+4,660)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    102,897 miles
    Test number
    782051964686
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass98,237 miles (+3,215)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    98,237 miles
    Test number
    742931438432
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass95,022 miles (+5,692)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    95,022 miles
    Test number
    659803529193
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chips in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small leak from centre sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass89,330 miles (+7,390)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    89,330 miles
    Test number
    599621617831
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass81,940 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    81,940 miles
    Test number
    383274891160
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view various small chips (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail81,940 miles (+7,537)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,940 miles
    Test number
    164823081540
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view various small chips (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass74,403 miles (+6,853)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    74,403 miles
    Test number
    284762322033
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded

  10. Pass67,550 miles (+8,746)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    67,550 miles
    Test number
    821777374084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,804 miles (+11,002)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    58,804 miles
    Test number
    844244210647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,802 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    47,802 miles
    Test number
    171971476948
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted to vehicle
    • AdvisoryItems removed from view prior to test

  13. Fail47,802 miles (+8,839)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,802 miles
    Test number
    612812545004
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted to vehicle
    • AdvisoryItems removed from view prior to test

  14. Pass38,963 miles (+9,941)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    38,963 miles
    Test number
    408790714477
    • NoteSome corrosion to inner edge of os front brake disc
    • NoteWindscreen chipped in central and ns swept areas

  15. Pass29,022 miles (+9,564)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    29,022 miles
    Test number
    979548013350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass19,458 miles (+3,919)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    19,458 miles
    Test number
    628100122383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,539 miles (+3,424)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    15,539 miles
    Test number
    777203721385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass12,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    12,115 miles
    Test number
    873694420366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 DMZ

Does LB57 DMZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 DMZ is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB57 DMZ?
The MOT on LB57 DMZ is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 DMZ done?
LB57 DMZ was recorded at 110,494 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 6,551 miles a year.
Has LB57 DMZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 DMZ has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on LB57 DMZ 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 LB57 DMZ find?
LB57 DMZ passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides; oil leak, but not excessive engine, and 1 more.

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