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Volkswagen Beetle

Red · Diesel · 2007 · 1,896 cc

LB57 LAEMOT history

LB57 LAE is a red diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 11 Dec 2007. Its MOT expired on 19 May 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 129,376 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 19 May 2026
Mileage
129,376 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,509 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 LAE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
11 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 May 2026
Latest MOT test
20 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 LAE was last recorded at 129,376 miles on 20 May 2025, 2,449 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,927 miles · 13 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
2,449 miles
Average per year
5,509 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 129,376 miles
  • 2023 – 126,927 miles
  • 2022 – 122,492 miles
  • 2021 – 119,359 miles
  • 2020 – 115,558 miles
  • 2019 – 113,909 miles
  • 2018 – 106,227 miles
  • 2017 – 99,459 miles
  • 2016 – 92,237 miles
  • 2015 – 87,928 miles
  • 2014 – 82,139 miles
  • 2013 – 75,010 miles
  • 2012 – 66,409 miles
  • 2011 – 59,511 miles
  • 2010 – 49,783 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,376 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Handbrake requires adjustment

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,376 miles (+2,449)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2026
    Odometer
    129,376 miles
    Test number
    194187029429
    • 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))

  2. Pass126,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    126,927 miles
    Test number
    509183636944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail126,922 miles (+4,430)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,922 miles
    Test number
    384836435831
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass122,492 miles (+3,133)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    122,492 miles
    Test number
    670531807937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass119,359 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    119,359 miles
    Test number
    956285665527
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail119,359 miles (+3,801)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,359 miles
    Test number
    161022759742
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass115,558 miles (+1,649)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    115,558 miles
    Test number
    857295576165
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective sleeve corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass113,909 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    113,909 miles
    Test number
    863605892511
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Handbrake requires adjustment
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack end (tie end) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail113,909 miles (+7,682)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,909 miles
    Test number
    142881073644
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Handbrake requires adjustment
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack end (tie end) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass106,227 miles (+6,768)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    106,227 miles
    Test number
    314407211610
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake requires adjustment

  11. Pass99,459 miles (+7,222)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    99,459 miles
    Test number
    600862600240
    • 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)

  12. Pass92,237 miles (+4,309)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    92,237 miles
    Test number
    558715363580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,928 miles (+5,789)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    87,928 miles
    Test number
    259252595657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass82,139 miles (+7,129)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    82,139 miles
    Test number
    156427804371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail75,010 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,010 miles
    Test number
    286632343249
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)

  16. Pass75,010 miles (+8,601)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    75,010 miles
    Test number
    987682243221
    • 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)

  17. Pass66,409 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    66,409 miles
    Test number
    258479142268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail66,409 miles (+6,898)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,409 miles
    Test number
    796749842219
    • Repaired at testBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

  19. Fail59,511 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,511 miles
    Test number
    505643541306
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded on the inner face
    • NoteFront registration plate damaged, but not likely ro be misread

  20. Pass59,511 miles (+9,728)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    59,511 miles
    Test number
    645383441367
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded on the inner face
    • NoteFront registration plate damaged, but not likely ro be misread

  21. Pass49,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    49,783 miles
    Test number
    823442240320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 LAE

Does LB57 LAE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB57 LAE expired on 19 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB57 LAE?
The MOT on LB57 LAE expired on 19 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB57 LAE done?
LB57 LAE was recorded at 129,376 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2025, an average of 5,509 miles a year.
Has LB57 LAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 LAE has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LB57 LAE 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 LAE find?
LB57 LAE passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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