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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LD03 CFXMOT history

LD03 CFX is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 6 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 Jul 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 159,617 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jul 2026
Mileage
159,617 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,822 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 CFX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
6 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD03 CFX was last recorded at 159,617 miles on 1 Aug 2026, 14,374 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,243 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
14,374 miles
Average per year
6,822 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,617 miles
  • 2025 – 145,243 miles
  • 2024 – 127,094 miles
  • 2023 – 114,658 miles
  • 2021 – 104,595 miles
  • 2020 – 100,321 miles
  • 2019 – 98,687 miles
  • 2018 – 98,473 miles
  • 2017 – 97,913 miles
  • 2016 – 94,484 miles
  • 2015 – 84,601 miles
  • 2014 – 78,696 miles
  • 2013 – 74,480 miles
  • 2012 – 71,530 miles
  • 2011 – 64,161 miles
  • 2010 – 56,492 miles
  • 2009 – 46,796 miles
  • 2008 – 37,128 miles
  • 2007 – 25,504 miles
  • 2006 – 22,141 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail159,617 miles
  • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail159,617 miles (+14,374)1 dangerous10 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,617 miles
    Test number
    422387085823
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass145,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    145,243 miles
    Test number
    776510601467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail145,243 miles (+18,149)1 major3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,243 miles
    Test number
    755168765901
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass127,094 miles (+12,436)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    127,094 miles
    Test number
    106311160670
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass114,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    114,658 miles
    Test number
    392738572134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail114,658 miles (+10,063)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,658 miles
    Test number
    127076860267
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  7. Pass104,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    104,595 miles
    Test number
    586444403004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail104,595 miles (+4,274)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,595 miles
    Test number
    593872298036
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre x2
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass100,321 miles (+1,634)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    100,321 miles
    Test number
    865194368697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass98,687 miles (+214)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    98,687 miles
    Test number
    211773032145
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass98,473 miles (+560)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    98,473 miles
    Test number
    675307817501
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass97,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    97,913 miles
    Test number
    650440078628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail97,913 miles (+3,429)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,913 miles
    Test number
    735692793049
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass94,484 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    94,484 miles
    Test number
    662271875499
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn on inner edge very close to limit

  15. Fail94,480 miles (+9,879)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,480 miles
    Test number
    335529732915
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn on inner edge very close to limit

  16. Pass84,601 miles (+5,905)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    84,601 miles
    Test number
    996184295049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass78,696 miles (+4,216)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    78,696 miles
    Test number
    339412994080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass74,480 miles (+2,950)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    74,480 miles
    Test number
    498077683071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass71,530 miles (+7,369)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    71,530 miles
    Test number
    977720692049
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteStone chips to windscreen

  20. Pass64,161 miles (+7,669)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    64,161 miles
    Test number
    178089581449
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCenter exhaust mounting insecure
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on edges
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing low and worn on edges

  21. Pass56,492 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    56,492 miles
    Test number
    441166900115
    • NoteCenter exhaust mounting insecure

  22. Fail56,492 miles (+9,696)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,492 miles
    Test number
    942406000140
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteCenter exhaust mounting insecure

  23. Pass46,796 miles (+9,668)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    46,796 miles
    Test number
    914886009157
    • NoteCenter exhaust mounting insecure but still surports exhaust.

  24. Pass37,128 miles (+11,624)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    37,128 miles
    Test number
    383585608109
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass25,504 miles (+3,363)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    25,504 miles
    Test number
    930206307165
    • NoteADVISE NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE ON WEAR MARKERS

  26. Pass22,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    22,141 miles
    Test number
    602907256151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 CFX

Does LD03 CFX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 CFX expired on 27 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 CFX?
The MOT on LD03 CFX expired on 27 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 CFX done?
LD03 CFX was recorded at 159,617 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2026, an average of 6,822 miles a year.
Has LD03 CFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 CFX has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LD03 CFX 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 LD03 CFX find?
LD03 CFX failed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 10 major defects, 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction, and 15 more.

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