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Volkswagen Beetle

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LD08 VBVMOT history

LD08 VBV is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 4 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 5 Nov 2024 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 121,494 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Nov 2024
Mileage
121,494 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2024
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,008 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 VBV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
4 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD08 VBV was last recorded at 121,494 miles on 19 Nov 2024, 1,422 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,072 miles · 6 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
1,422 miles
Average per year
7,008 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 121,494 miles
  • 2023 – 120,072 miles
  • 2022 – 117,190 miles
  • 2021 – 115,064 miles
  • 2020 – 111,231 miles
  • 2019 – 99,644 miles
  • 2018 – 89,962 miles
  • 2017 – 79,979 miles
  • 2016 – 71,079 miles
  • 2015 – 59,479 miles
  • 2014 – 50,559 miles
  • 2013 – 42,198 miles
  • 2012 – 33,963 miles
  • 2011 – 25,901 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail121,494 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 31 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail121,494 miles (+1,422)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,494 miles
    Test number
    817396970749
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass120,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    120,072 miles
    Test number
    681426763182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail120,072 miles (+2,882)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,072 miles
    Test number
    167047256893
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  4. Pass117,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    117,190 miles
    Test number
    255940429750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail117,190 miles (+2,126)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,190 miles
    Test number
    317382504865
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass115,064 miles (+3,833)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    115,064 miles
    Test number
    473501636148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass111,231 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    111,231 miles
    Test number
    849663140799
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to rubber casing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to rubber casing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail111,231 miles (+11,587)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,231 miles
    Test number
    666784812464
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass99,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    99,644 miles
    Test number
    283822970702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail99,644 miles (+9,682)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,644 miles
    Test number
    264947673341
    • MajorDriver's view of an obligatory external mirror materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass89,962 miles (+9,983)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    89,962 miles
    Test number
    193077695511
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass79,979 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    79,979 miles
    Test number
    169248959232
    • AdvisoryManagement light on

  13. Fail79,979 miles (+8,900)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,979 miles
    Test number
    916897678803
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryManagement light on

  14. Pass71,079 miles (+11,600)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    71,079 miles
    Test number
    671433608257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,479 miles (+8,920)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    59,479 miles
    Test number
    228910155085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass50,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    50,559 miles
    Test number
    728832154019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail50,559 miles (+8,361)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,559 miles
    Test number
    947092654015
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)

  18. Pass42,198 miles (+8,235)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    42,198 miles
    Test number
    668389753054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,963 miles (+202)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    33,963 miles
    Test number
    155478482493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail33,761 miles (+7,860)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,761 miles
    Test number
    785060082073
    • 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)

  21. Pass25,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    25,901 miles
    Test number
    727360691085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 VBV

Does LD08 VBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 VBV expired on 5 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 VBV?
The MOT on LD08 VBV expired on 5 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 VBV done?
LD08 VBV was recorded at 121,494 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2024, an average of 7,008 miles a year.
Has LD08 VBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 VBV has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LD08 VBV 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 LD08 VBV find?
LD08 VBV failed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2024 with 9 major defects: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 6 more.

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