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Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,596 cc

LB57 MPUMOT history

LB57 MPU is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 31 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 28,747 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
28,747 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,537 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 MPU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
31 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 MPU was last recorded at 28,747 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 2,673 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
26,074 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,673 miles
Average per year
1,537 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 28,747 miles
  • 2025 – 26,074 miles
  • 2024 – 22,852 miles
  • 2023 – 19,685 miles
  • 2022 – 19,426 miles
  • 2021 – 18,534 miles
  • 2020 – 17,510 miles
  • 2019 – 16,482 miles
  • 2018 – 15,046 miles
  • 2017 – 13,820 miles
  • 2016 – 12,020 miles
  • 2015 – 10,759 miles
  • 2014 – 9,890 miles
  • 2013 – 8,975 miles
  • 2012 – 8,060 miles
  • 2011 – 6,047 miles
  • 2010 – 5,273 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass28,747 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing outer edge
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass28,747 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    28,747 miles
    Test number
    107746624861
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail28,747 miles (+2,673)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,747 miles
    Test number
    820249089091
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass26,074 miles (+3,222)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    26,074 miles
    Test number
    590029424122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass22,852 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    22,852 miles
    Test number
    261692127891
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail22,852 miles (+3,167)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,852 miles
    Test number
    806258794634
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass19,685 miles (+259)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    19,685 miles
    Test number
    303822621412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass19,426 miles (+892)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    19,426 miles
    Test number
    350658083840
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass18,534 miles (+1,024)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    18,534 miles
    Test number
    397620654723
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tire's starting to crack
    • AdvisoryBoth front wishbones rear bushes starting to crack
    • AdvisoryOffside front headlight cloudy

  9. Pass17,510 miles (+1,028)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    17,510 miles
    Test number
    965055439530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass16,482 miles (+1,436)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    16,482 miles
    Test number
    256910129298
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  11. Pass15,046 miles (+1,226)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    15,046 miles
    Test number
    890731056719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass13,820 miles (+1,800)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    13,820 miles
    Test number
    714215633048
    • AdvisoryUnder-tray fitted obscuring inspection of some underside components

  13. Pass12,020 miles (+1,261)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    12,020 miles
    Test number
    663762026736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass10,759 miles (+869)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    10,759 miles
    Test number
    287713175159
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished

  15. Pass9,890 miles (+915)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    9,890 miles
    Test number
    159933244310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass8,975 miles (+915)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    8,975 miles
    Test number
    287035943340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass8,060 miles (+2,013)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    8,060 miles
    Test number
    906026142316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass6,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    6,047 miles
    Test number
    455674151325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail6,047 miles (+774)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,047 miles
    Test number
    475244351483
    • FailureOffside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

  20. Pass5,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    5,273 miles
    Test number
    464649240397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 MPU

Does LB57 MPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 MPU is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB57 MPU?
The MOT on LB57 MPU is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 MPU done?
LB57 MPU was recorded at 28,747 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 1,537 miles a year.
Has LB57 MPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 MPU has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB57 MPU 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 MPU find?
LB57 MPU passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre wearing outer edge; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 1 more.

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