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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LD03 EJXMOT history

LD03 EJX is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 7 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 6 Feb 2022 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 113,120 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Feb 2022
Mileage
113,120 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,300 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 EJX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
7 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD03 EJX was last recorded at 113,120 miles on 3 Feb 2022, 5,881 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,239 miles · 6 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
5,881 miles
Average per year
6,300 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 113,120 miles
  • 2021 – 107,239 miles
  • 2020 – 100,381 miles
  • 2019 – 90,152 miles
  • 2018 – 75,051 miles
  • 2017 – 68,860 miles
  • 2016 – 63,442 miles
  • 2015 – 59,103 miles
  • 2014 – 54,446 miles
  • 2013 – 50,094 miles
  • 2012 – 43,092 miles
  • 2011 – 36,110 miles
  • 2010 – 29,342 miles
  • 2009 – 22,947 miles
  • 2008 – 18,753 miles
  • 2007 – 16,184 miles
  • 2006 – 12,738 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail113,120 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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 Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D-Bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail113,120 miles (+5,881)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,120 miles
    Test number
    407087171588
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass107,239 miles (+15)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    107,239 miles
    Test number
    598973199800
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail107,224 miles (+6,843)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,224 miles
    Test number
    409450838557
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass100,381 miles (+10,229)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    100,381 miles
    Test number
    339657698295
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL: malfunction indicator lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on the outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also starting to crack /perish (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread BOTH front & rear (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass90,152 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    90,152 miles
    Test number
    323466172556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail90,151 miles (+15,100)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,151 miles
    Test number
    856932443888
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine management warning lamp on

  7. Pass75,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    75,051 miles
    Test number
    763503469874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail75,051 miles (+6,191)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,051 miles
    Test number
    590856441703
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass68,860 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    68,860 miles
    Test number
    388600579907
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D-Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail68,859 miles (+5,417)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,859 miles
    Test number
    232288347115
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D-Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass63,442 miles (+4,339)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    63,442 miles
    Test number
    103033280460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,103 miles (+4,657)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    59,103 miles
    Test number
    296809125097
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNearside lower body sill damaged
    • NoteOffside registration plate lamp deteriorated

  13. Fail54,446 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,446 miles
    Test number
    249372534052
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOffside registration plate lamp has lens missing, does still just illuminate registration plate.

  14. Pass54,446 miles (+4,352)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    54,446 miles
    Test number
    809782334059
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOffside registration plate lamp has lens missing, does still just illuminate registration plate.

  15. Pass50,094 miles (+7,002)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    50,094 miles
    Test number
    629765923069
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass43,092 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    43,092 miles
    Test number
    166663132439
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing out of shape.

  17. Fail43,092 miles (+6,982)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,092 miles
    Test number
    465713732080
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing out of shape.

  18. Pass36,110 miles (+6,768)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    36,110 miles
    Test number
    175838331007
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing out of shape

  19. Pass29,342 miles (+6,395)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    29,342 miles
    Test number
    274309430006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,947 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    22,947 miles
    Test number
    414591649001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail22,947 miles (+4,194)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,947 miles
    Test number
    533660049095
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass18,753 miles (+2,569)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    18,753 miles
    Test number
    712944248036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,184 miles (+3,446)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    16,184 miles
    Test number
    611604147079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass12,738 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    12,738 miles
    Test number
    790118956095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 EJX

Does LD03 EJX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 EJX expired on 6 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 EJX?
The MOT on LD03 EJX expired on 6 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 EJX done?
LD03 EJX was recorded at 113,120 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2022, an average of 6,300 miles a year.
Has LD03 EJX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 EJX has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LD03 EJX 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 EJX find?
LD03 EJX failed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2022 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 7 more.

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