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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LD03 VJVMOT history

LD03 VJV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 26 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 26 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 90,683 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Nov 2025
Mileage
90,683 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2024
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,820 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 VJV
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
26 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 VJV was last recorded at 90,683 miles on 27 Nov 2024, 1,844 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,839 miles · 21 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
1,844 miles
Average per year
3,820 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 90,683 miles
  • 2023 – 88,839 miles
  • 2022 – 86,562 miles
  • 2021 – 84,395 miles
  • 2020 – 82,764 miles
  • 2019 – 79,690 miles
  • 2018 – 75,629 miles
  • 2017 – 70,195 miles
  • 2016 – 67,568 miles
  • 2015 – 63,637 miles
  • 2014 – 57,392 miles
  • 2013 – 53,196 miles
  • 2012 – 49,074 miles
  • 2011 – 44,242 miles
  • 2010 – 39,339 miles
  • 2009 – 33,460 miles
  • 2008 – 27,956 miles
  • 2007 – 23,451 miles
  • 2006 – 19,315 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,683 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill corroded and holed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass90,683 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    90,683 miles
    Test number
    687629179027
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail90,683 miles (+1,844)2 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,683 miles
    Test number
    437325139979
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect poor lens condition, polished during test (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect poor lens condition, polished during test (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass88,839 miles (+8)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    88,839 miles
    Test number
    974086055112
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail88,831 miles (+2,269)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,831 miles
    Test number
    875298901766
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible excessively deteriorated (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass86,562 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    86,562 miles
    Test number
    919331572147
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail86,562 miles (+2,167)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,562 miles
    Test number
    350182823228
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective polished during test (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective polished during test (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass84,395 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    84,395 miles
    Test number
    190577407064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail84,387 miles (+1,623)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,387 miles
    Test number
    379723795059
    • 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))

  9. Pass82,764 miles (+132)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    82,764 miles
    Test number
    571638473303
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail82,632 miles (+2,942)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,632 miles
    Test number
    326125502691
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass79,690 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    79,690 miles
    Test number
    437204300586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail79,654 miles (+4,025)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,654 miles
    Test number
    737801607283
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn Top mount. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Split. (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  13. Pass75,629 miles (+5,434)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    75,629 miles
    Test number
    936230455760
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass70,195 miles (+2,627)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    70,195 miles
    Test number
    635565469171
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass67,568 miles (+3,931)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    67,568 miles
    Test number
    801264190616
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Fail63,637 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,637 miles
    Test number
    187440015239
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass63,637 miles (+6,245)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    63,637 miles
    Test number
    707500915222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,392 miles (+4)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    57,392 miles
    Test number
    815707104140
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has a cut on the outer sidewall but not deep enough to reach pl or cords

  19. Fail57,388 miles (+4,192)4 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,388 miles
    Test number
    769511804131
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has a cut on the outer sidewall but not deep enough to reach pl or cords

  20. Pass53,196 miles (+4,122)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    53,196 miles
    Test number
    757571083092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,074 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    49,074 miles
    Test number
    107040482495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail49,074 miles (+4,832)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,074 miles
    Test number
    156120482005
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass44,242 miles (+4,903)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    44,242 miles
    Test number
    415781381093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteCut in near side rear tyre can not see cords
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs pitted and worn
    • NoteOff side door mirror indicator lense cracked
    • NoteOff side front indicator lenses cracked

  24. Pass39,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    39,339 miles
    Test number
    113481480011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail39,339 miles (+5,879)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,339 miles
    Test number
    930641980059
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  26. Pass33,460 miles (+5,504)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    33,460 miles
    Test number
    842502789067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass27,956 miles (+4,505)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    27,956 miles
    Test number
    791879078099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass23,451 miles (+4,136)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    23,451 miles
    Test number
    450522287043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass19,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    19,315 miles
    Test number
    203513486064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 VJV

Does LD03 VJV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 VJV expired on 26 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 VJV?
The MOT on LD03 VJV expired on 26 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 VJV done?
LD03 VJV was recorded at 90,683 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2024, an average of 3,820 miles a year.
Has LD03 VJV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 VJV has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LD03 VJV 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 VJV find?
LD03 VJV passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2024 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: offside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount, and 5 more.

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