Volkswagen Beetle
Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,984 cc
LC52 BNFMOT history
LC52 BNF is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 28 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 2 Nov 2023 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 122,238 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2022.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 2 Nov 2023
- Mileage
- 122,238 mi
- At MOT on 3 Nov 2022
- MOT tests
- 25
- 19 passed · 6 failed
- Per year
- 6,142 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LC52 BNF
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Beetle
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,984 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2002
- First used
- 28 Oct 2002
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 2 Nov 2023
- Latest MOT test
- 3 Nov 2022 (Pass)
Mileage history
LC52 BNF was last recorded at 122,238 miles on 3 Nov 2022, 14,048 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2021.
- Previous MOT
- 108,190 miles · 9 Sept 2021
- Between the last two tests
- 14,048 miles
- Average per year
- 6,142 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2022 – 122,238 miles
- 2021 – 108,190 miles
- 2020 – 98,701 miles
- 2019 – 93,039 miles
- 2018 – 90,780 miles
- 2017 – 85,375 miles
- 2016 – 76,759 miles
- 2015 – 73,455 miles
- 2014 – 69,623 miles
- 2013 – 67,172 miles
- 2012 – 61,755 miles
- 2011 – 61,742 miles
- 2010 – 50,227 miles
- 2009 – 44,016 miles
- 2008 – 36,930 miles
- 2007 – 27,929 miles
- 2006 – 18,735 miles
- 2005 – 17,927 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass122,238 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn to edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
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 Rear Service brake binding but not excessively
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view
Minor2 MOTs, 2021
Full MOT history
25 tests since 9 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass122,238 miles8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Nov 2023
- Odometer
- 122,238 miles
- Test number
- 201454576202
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn to edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Fail122,238 miles (+14,048)3 major8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 122,238 miles
- Test number
- 285947323850
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn to edges (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass108,190 miles (+3)1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Sept 2022
- Odometer
- 108,190 miles
- Test number
- 923145715188
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Fail108,187 miles (+9,486)5 major1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 108,187 miles
- Test number
- 903356546348
- MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
- MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass98,701 miles (+5,662)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Sept 2021
- Odometer
- 98,701 miles
- Test number
- 764716433948
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass93,039 miles (+2,259)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 4 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 93,039 miles
- Test number
- 547011590211
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow (6.1.2 (a))
Pass90,780 miles (+5,405)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jun 2019
- Odometer
- 90,780 miles
- Test number
- 364389401505
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass85,375 miles (+8,616)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 85,375 miles
- Test number
- 608038997956
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (2.4.G.2)
Pass76,759 miles (+3,304)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Feb 2017
- Odometer
- 76,759 miles
- Test number
- 389153731439
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass73,455 miles (+3,832)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 28 Feb 2016
- Odometer
- 73,455 miles
- Test number
- 688013535041
- NoteFront tyres low 205/55R16
Pass69,623 miles2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 28 Feb 2015
- Odometer
- 69,623 miles
- Test number
- 589134634032
- 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)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Fail69,623 miles (+2,451)2 failures1 repaired4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 69,623 miles
- Test number
- 378734034076
- FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass67,172 miles (+5,417)3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 28 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 67,172 miles
- Test number
- 599830663054
- NoteFront discs corroded on inside
- NoteNail in o/s/r tyre
- NoteRear tyres perished + slightly uneven tread
Pass61,755 miles (+13)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 61,755 miles
- Test number
- 186411762480
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass61,742 miles
- MOT expiry
- 9 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 61,742 miles
- Test number
- 437034511310
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail61,742 miles (+3,352)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 61,742 miles
- Test number
- 668223611366
- FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Fail58,390 miles2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 58,390 miles
- Test number
- 168173571108
- Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Pass58,390 miles (+8,163)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jun 2012
- Odometer
- 58,390 miles
- Test number
- 178883671139
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass50,227 miles (+6,211)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jun 2011
- Odometer
- 50,227 miles
- Test number
- 261133470470
- NoteSome corrosion on inner faces of both front brake discs
Pass44,016 miles (+7,086)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jun 2010
- Odometer
- 44,016 miles
- Test number
- 964185979101
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass36,930 miles (+9,001)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jun 2009
- Odometer
- 36,930 miles
- Test number
- 402643768154
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass27,929 miles (+9,194)
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jun 2008
- Odometer
- 27,929 miles
- Test number
- 104506967149
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass18,735 miles (+808)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jun 2007
- Odometer
- 18,735 miles
- Test number
- 170556156183
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass17,927 miles
- MOT expiry
- 9 Nov 2006
- Odometer
- 17,927 miles
- Test number
- 361954215363
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail17,927 miles2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 17,927 miles
- Test number
- 463603215394
- FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Questions about LC52 BNF
- Does LC52 BNF currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LC52 BNF expired on 2 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LC52 BNF?
- The MOT on LC52 BNF expired on 2 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LC52 BNF done?
- LC52 BNF was recorded at 122,238 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2022, an average of 6,142 miles a year.
- Has LC52 BNF ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LC52 BNF has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2022.
- Has the mileage on LC52 BNF 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 LC52 BNF find?
- LC52 BNF passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2022 with 8 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front coil spring corroded both; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 5 more.
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