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Beige · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LD08 XDSMOT history

LD08 XDS is a beige petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 8 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 30 Dec 2023 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 104,611 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Dec 2023
Mileage
104,611 mi
At MOT on 28 Dec 2022
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,627 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 XDS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
8 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 XDS was last recorded at 104,611 miles on 28 Dec 2022, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,596 miles · 20 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
6,627 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 104,611 miles
  • 2021 – 101,263 miles
  • 2020 – 97,762 miles
  • 2019 – 94,561 miles
  • 2018 – 93,106 miles
  • 2017 – 90,424 miles
  • 2016 – 87,596 miles
  • 2015 – 82,824 miles
  • 2014 – 67,333 miles
  • 2013 – 52,664 miles
  • 2012 – 39,675 miles
  • 2011 – 27,053 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,611 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Side (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Emissions not tested

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

19 tests since 15 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,611 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    104,611 miles
    Test number
    651361143318
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail104,596 miles (+87)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,596 miles
    Test number
    335730869819
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both Side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail104,509 miles (+3,246)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,509 miles
    Test number
    999159424617
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • 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))

  4. Pass101,263 miles (+3,501)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    101,263 miles
    Test number
    975903465123
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass97,762 miles (+3,201)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    97,762 miles
    Test number
    526251453227
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass94,561 miles (+1,455)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    94,561 miles
    Test number
    683730078110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass93,106 miles (+2,682)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    93,106 miles
    Test number
    668756046974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass90,424 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    90,424 miles
    Test number
    930515393987
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  9. Fail90,424 miles (+2,828)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,424 miles
    Test number
    538530156626
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  10. Pass87,596 miles (+4,772)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    87,596 miles
    Test number
    558593127942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    82,824 miles
    Test number
    127822285117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail82,824 miles (+1,104)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,824 miles
    Test number
    988072885168
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  13. Pass81,720 miles (+14,387)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    81,720 miles
    Test number
    717074505130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,333 miles (+14,669)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    67,333 miles
    Test number
    585187894041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass52,664 miles (+12,989)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    52,664 miles
    Test number
    738782303115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass39,675 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    39,675 miles
    Test number
    166944602130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail39,675 miles (+12,622)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,675 miles
    Test number
    208154502403
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass27,053 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    27,053 miles
    Test number
    567335601118
    • NoteSee advisory number:-687245101125

  19. Fail27,051 miles1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,051 miles
    Test number
    687245101125
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LD08 XDS

Does LD08 XDS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 XDS expired on 30 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 XDS?
The MOT on LD08 XDS expired on 30 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 XDS done?
LD08 XDS was recorded at 104,611 miles at its MOT on 28 Dec 2022, an average of 6,627 miles a year.
Has LD08 XDS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 XDS has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LD08 XDS 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 XDS find?
LD08 XDS passed its latest MOT on 28 Dec 2022 with 2 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side; front oil leak, but not excessive engine.

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