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Volkswagen Beetle

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,968 cc

LC52 BUGMOT history

LC52 BUG is a black diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 3 Jan 2013. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 12 MOT tests, with 105,894 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

LC52 BUG black Volkswagen Beetle – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
105,894 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
12
11 passed · 1 failed
Per year
8,180 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC52 BUG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
3 Jan 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC52 BUG was last recorded at 105,894 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 15,426 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,468 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
15,426 miles
Average per year
8,180 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,894 miles
  • 2025 – 90,468 miles
  • 2024 – 76,960 miles
  • 2023 – 66,882 miles
  • 2022 – 58,091 miles
  • 2021 – 44,133 miles
  • 2020 – 43,079 miles
  • 2019 – 41,432 miles
  • 2017 – 36,790 miles
  • 2016 – 30,330 miles
  • 2015 – 23,434 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,894 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Outer Tyre side wall has damage (cords not exposed)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

12 tests since 30 Dec 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,894 miles (+15,426)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    105,894 miles
    Test number
    182084182053
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass90,468 miles (+13,508)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    90,468 miles
    Test number
    373345821220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass76,960 miles (+10,078)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    76,960 miles
    Test number
    222838116474
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Pass66,882 miles (+8,791)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    66,882 miles
    Test number
    647089417446
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass58,091 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    58,091 miles
    Test number
    729474291540
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre side wall has damage (cords not exposed)

  6. Fail58,090 miles (+13,957)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,090 miles
    Test number
    295369147428
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too low Offside and nearside (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre side wall has damage (cords not exposed)

  7. Pass44,133 miles (+1,054)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    44,133 miles
    Test number
    586623265913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass43,079 miles (+1,647)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    43,079 miles
    Test number
    155756970898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass41,432 miles (+4,642)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    41,432 miles
    Test number
    502163168837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass36,790 miles (+6,460)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    36,790 miles
    Test number
    685443527284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass30,330 miles (+6,896)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    30,330 miles
    Test number
    501474968565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass23,434 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    23,434 miles
    Test number
    509277363905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC52 BUG

Does LC52 BUG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC52 BUG is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC52 BUG?
The MOT on LC52 BUG is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC52 BUG done?
LC52 BUG was recorded at 105,894 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 8,180 miles a year.
Has LC52 BUG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC52 BUG has failed 1 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LC52 BUG 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 BUG find?
LC52 BUG passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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