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Beige · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LD53 DDXMOT history

LD53 DDX is a beige petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 12 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 73,945 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
73,945 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,258 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 DDX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 DDX was last recorded at 73,945 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,938 miles · 29 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
2,258 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,945 miles
  • 2025 – 73,138 miles
  • 2024 – 72,283 miles
  • 2023 – 71,188 miles
  • 2022 – 70,295 miles
  • 2021 – 69,333 miles
  • 2020 – 67,321 miles
  • 2019 – 64,887 miles
  • 2018 – 61,634 miles
  • 2017 – 54,215 miles
  • 2015 – 54,027 miles
  • 2014 – 52,708 miles
  • 2013 – 51,687 miles
  • 2012 – 50,742 miles
  • 2011 – 49,057 miles
  • 2010 – 45,419 miles
  • 2009 – 42,759 miles
  • 2008 – 39,756 miles
  • 2007 – 36,076 miles
  • 2006 – 28,511 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,945 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Damaged/Cracked (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 7 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,945 miles (+7)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    73,945 miles
    Test number
    605374399583
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Damaged/Cracked (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail73,938 miles (+800)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,938 miles
    Test number
    678334582547
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass73,138 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    73,138 miles
    Test number
    328146147194
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing device perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Caliper handbrake lever not returning to stop
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Caliper handbrake lever not returning to stop
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVarious spots of underbody corrosion

  4. Fail73,138 miles (+855)1 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,138 miles
    Test number
    523829330410
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing device perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Caliper handbrake lever not returning to stop
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Caliper handbrake lever not returning to stop
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVarious spots of underbody corrosion

  5. Pass72,283 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    72,283 miles
    Test number
    629647230050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail72,281 miles (+1,093)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,281 miles
    Test number
    455279304357
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass71,188 miles (+893)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    71,188 miles
    Test number
    804295395171
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass70,295 miles (+962)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    70,295 miles
    Test number
    793893286980
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass69,333 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    69,333 miles
    Test number
    703209907643
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn starting to un-bond (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail69,333 miles (+2,012)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,333 miles
    Test number
    705977531826
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn starting to un-bond (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass67,321 miles (+2,434)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    67,321 miles
    Test number
    699957699128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,887 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    64,887 miles
    Test number
    374399453935
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Fail64,887 miles (+3,253)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,887 miles
    Test number
    718470438383
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass61,634 miles (+7,419)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    61,634 miles
    Test number
    466536087971
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass54,215 miles (+92)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    54,215 miles
    Test number
    744953924993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail54,123 miles (+96)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,123 miles
    Test number
    295056829895
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass54,027 miles (+1,319)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    54,027 miles
    Test number
    466308895151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,708 miles (+1,021)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    52,708 miles
    Test number
    177958394171
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  19. Pass51,687 miles (+945)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    51,687 miles
    Test number
    697924433203
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished and splitting

  20. Pass50,742 miles (+1,685)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    50,742 miles
    Test number
    266986132274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,057 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    49,057 miles
    Test number
    518376731281
    • NoteCut in o/s/r tyre wall

  22. Fail49,049 miles (+3,630)1 failure1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,049 miles
    Test number
    946456131269
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteCut in o/s/r tyre wall

  23. Pass45,419 miles (+2,660)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    45,419 miles
    Test number
    702411530256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    42,759 miles
    Test number
    753508939247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail42,757 miles (+3,001)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,757 miles
    Test number
    153968839231
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Fail39,756 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,756 miles
    Test number
    424578048235
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass39,756 miles (+3,680)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    39,756 miles
    Test number
    844448248224
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass36,076 miles (+7,565)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    36,076 miles
    Test number
    161780157228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass28,511 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    28,511 miles
    Test number
    771200256204
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LD53 DDX

Does LD53 DDX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 DDX is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 DDX?
The MOT on LD53 DDX is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 DDX done?
LD53 DDX was recorded at 73,945 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 2,258 miles a year.
Has LD53 DDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 DDX has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 DDX 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 LD53 DDX find?
LD53 DDX passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damaged/cracked; nearside front inner brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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