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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LD53 DFEMOT history

LD53 DFE is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 8 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 74,717 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
74,717 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,400 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 DFE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
8 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 DFE was last recorded at 74,717 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 3,180 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,537 miles · 2 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,180 miles
Average per year
3,400 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 74,717 miles
  • 2024 – 71,537 miles
  • 2023 – 67,722 miles
  • 2022 – 62,237 miles
  • 2021 – 57,720 miles
  • 2020 – 53,671 miles
  • 2019 – 49,907 miles
  • 2018 – 45,837 miles
  • 2017 – 42,505 miles
  • 2016 – 37,607 miles
  • 2015 – 34,463 miles
  • 2014 – 24,677 miles
  • 2013 – 23,313 miles
  • 2012 – 21,572 miles
  • 2011 – 20,455 miles
  • 2010 – 18,905 miles
  • 2009 – 16,958 miles
  • 2008 – 14,584 miles
  • 2006 – 9,230 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,717 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryReverse lamp inopRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front steering tie rod slight movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass74,717 miles (+3,180)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    74,717 miles
    Test number
    893829363786
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp inop

  2. Pass71,537 miles (+3,815)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    71,537 miles
    Test number
    892425640808
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp inop

  3. Pass67,722 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    67,722 miles
    Test number
    379402940000
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail67,719 miles (+5,482)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,719 miles
    Test number
    714431331795
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass62,237 miles (+79)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    62,237 miles
    Test number
    214690320713
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail62,158 miles (+4,438)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,158 miles
    Test number
    664407001978
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass57,720 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    57,720 miles
    Test number
    181198491172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail57,703 miles (+4,032)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,703 miles
    Test number
    451427122237
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  9. Pass53,671 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    53,671 miles
    Test number
    550917873829
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail53,671 miles (+3,764)1 dangerous1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,671 miles
    Test number
    571536933792
    • DangerousEngine mounting excessively loose Centre Lower (6.1.8 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testExhaust system insecure Centre exhaust mount (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass49,907 miles (+4,070)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    49,907 miles
    Test number
    754063344356
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside steering tie rod slight movement
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal slight spongy - new front brake pads previously installed

  12. Pass45,837 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    45,837 miles
    Test number
    687262848120
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering tie rod slight movement

  13. Fail45,830 miles (+3,325)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,830 miles
    Test number
    487201370194
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering tie rod slight movement

  14. Pass42,505 miles (+4,898)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    42,505 miles
    Test number
    962465594965
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer tread only (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass37,607 miles (+3,144)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    37,607 miles
    Test number
    264157751253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,463 miles (+9,786)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    34,463 miles
    Test number
    509488824800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,677 miles (+1,364)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    24,677 miles
    Test number
    677374144290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres 3mm remain across centre tread
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteNearside outer sill dented

  18. Pass23,313 miles (+1,741)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    23,313 miles
    Test number
    788938423257
    • NoteFront tyres nearly on wear bars
    • NoteNearside outer sill damaged
    • NoteRear number plate faded

  19. Pass21,572 miles (+1,117)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    21,572 miles
    Test number
    196397022278
    • NoteRear number plate faded

  20. Pass20,455 miles (+1,550)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    20,455 miles
    Test number
    545328531248
    • NoteNearside rear outer sill damaged
    • NoteRear number plate faded

  21. Pass18,905 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    18,905 miles
    Test number
    561849220250
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteRear number plate faded

  22. Fail18,905 miles (+1,947)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,905 miles
    Test number
    833099320205
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteRear number plate faded

  23. Pass16,958 miles (+2,374)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    16,958 miles
    Test number
    713401439288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass14,584 miles (+5,354)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    14,584 miles
    Test number
    643493738247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass9,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    9,230 miles
    Test number
    891390456221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 DFE

Does LD53 DFE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 DFE is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD53 DFE?
The MOT on LD53 DFE is valid until 19 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 DFE done?
LD53 DFE was recorded at 74,717 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 3,400 miles a year.
Has LD53 DFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 DFE has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LD53 DFE 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 DFE find?
LD53 DFE passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 9 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; nearside rear nail in tyre, and 6 more.

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