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Volkswagen Beetle

Silver · Petrol · 2016 · 1,984 cc

LB65 LVUMOT history

LB65 LVU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 23 Jan 2016. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 71,632 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
71,632 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,566 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB65 LVU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
23 Jan 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB65 LVU was last recorded at 71,632 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 8,199 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,433 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,199 miles
Average per year
7,566 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,632 miles
  • 2025 – 63,433 miles
  • 2024 – 54,676 miles
  • 2023 – 46,012 miles
  • 2022 – 38,039 miles
  • 2021 – 30,688 miles
  • 2020 – 25,527 miles
  • 2019 – 18,656 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,632 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 19 Jan 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,632 miles (+8,199)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    71,632 miles
    Test number
    465022684333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass63,433 miles (+281)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    63,433 miles
    Test number
    643854632067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail63,152 miles (+8,476)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,152 miles
    Test number
    513063177836
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass54,676 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    54,676 miles
    Test number
    735975027915
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail54,676 miles (+8,664)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,676 miles
    Test number
    365202984173
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps Both (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass46,012 miles (+7,973)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    46,012 miles
    Test number
    106654368555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass38,039 miles (+7,351)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    38,039 miles
    Test number
    226409958304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass30,688 miles (+5,161)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    30,688 miles
    Test number
    439385476050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass25,527 miles (+6,871)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    25,527 miles
    Test number
    775231838941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass18,656 miles (+160)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    18,656 miles
    Test number
    148475414042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail18,496 miles2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,496 miles
    Test number
    330061377264
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Questions about LB65 LVU

Does LB65 LVU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB65 LVU is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB65 LVU?
The MOT on LB65 LVU is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB65 LVU done?
LB65 LVU was recorded at 71,632 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 7,566 miles a year.
Has LB65 LVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB65 LVU has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB65 LVU 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 LB65 LVU find?
LB65 LVU passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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