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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LD53 SDOMOT history

LD53 SDO is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 122,099 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
122,099 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,582 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 SDO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 SDO was last recorded at 122,099 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 3,028 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,071 miles · 10 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,028 miles
Average per year
5,582 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,099 miles
  • 2025 – 119,071 miles
  • 2024 – 113,159 miles
  • 2023 – 111,893 miles
  • 2021 – 110,780 miles
  • 2019 – 105,424 miles
  • 2018 – 96,543 miles
  • 2017 – 87,504 miles
  • 2016 – 80,321 miles
  • 2015 – 71,881 miles
  • 2014 – 60,227 miles
  • 2013 – 52,514 miles
  • 2012 – 44,000 miles
  • 2011 – 32,394 miles
  • 2010 – 27,757 miles
  • 2009 – 23,398 miles
  • 2008 – 19,632 miles
  • 2007 – 15,160 miles
  • 2006 – 10,123 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,099 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass122,099 miles (+3,028)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    122,099 miles
    Test number
    576764446867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass119,071 miles (+5,912)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    119,071 miles
    Test number
    414981393642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass113,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    113,159 miles
    Test number
    483412377137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail113,159 miles (+1,266)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,159 miles
    Test number
    346492402233
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass111,893 miles (+1,113)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    111,893 miles
    Test number
    453171701559
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass110,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    110,780 miles
    Test number
    861367512005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail110,780 miles (+5,356)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,780 miles
    Test number
    142376065307
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass105,424 miles (+8,881)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    105,424 miles
    Test number
    992309377380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass96,543 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    96,543 miles
    Test number
    401573574811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail96,543 miles (+9,039)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,543 miles
    Test number
    818344578837
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass87,504 miles (+42)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    87,504 miles
    Test number
    852167885622
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail87,462 miles (+7,141)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,462 miles
    Test number
    778567066051
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass80,321 miles (+8,440)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    80,321 miles
    Test number
    868765338239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,881 miles (+11,654)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    71,881 miles
    Test number
    247885125239
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass60,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    60,227 miles
    Test number
    686147824295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail60,227 miles (+7,713)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,227 miles
    Test number
    479807124228
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  17. Fail52,514 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,514 miles
    Test number
    377901523269
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass52,514 miles (+8,514)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    52,514 miles
    Test number
    839761923240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass44,000 miles (+11,606)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    44,000 miles
    Test number
    967661822252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,394 miles (+4,637)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    32,394 miles
    Test number
    819454221284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,757 miles (+4,359)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    27,757 miles
    Test number
    424912730208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,398 miles (+3,766)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    23,398 miles
    Test number
    644904629251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,632 miles (+4,472)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    19,632 miles
    Test number
    391709638284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass15,160 miles (+5,037)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    15,160 miles
    Test number
    810082127296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass10,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    10,123 miles
    Test number
    272677936241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 SDO

Does LD53 SDO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 SDO is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 SDO?
The MOT on LD53 SDO is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 SDO done?
LD53 SDO was recorded at 122,099 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 5,582 miles a year.
Has LD53 SDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 SDO has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LD53 SDO 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 SDO find?
LD53 SDO passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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