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Volkswagen Beetle

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LD53 SFNMOT history

LD53 SFN is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 22 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 13 Jun 2023 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 85,634 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Jun 2023
Mileage
85,634 mi
At MOT on 14 Jun 2022
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,053 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 SFN
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
22 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 SFN was last recorded at 85,634 miles on 14 Jun 2022, 8,773 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,861 miles · 27 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
8,773 miles
Average per year
5,053 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 85,634 miles
  • 2020 – 76,861 miles
  • 2019 – 71,413 miles
  • 2018 – 67,138 miles
  • 2017 – 62,214 miles
  • 2016 – 55,546 miles
  • 2015 – 44,354 miles
  • 2014 – 37,855 miles
  • 2013 – 37,486 miles
  • 2012 – 35,414 miles
  • 2010 – 27,776 miles
  • 2009 – 21,520 miles
  • 2008 – 12,677 miles
  • 2006 – 6,558 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,634 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,634 miles (+8,773)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    85,634 miles
    Test number
    180423851952
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass76,861 miles (+5,448)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    76,861 miles
    Test number
    223682688070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass71,413 miles (+4,275)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    71,413 miles
    Test number
    324004356852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass67,138 miles (+4,924)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    67,138 miles
    Test number
    329751675456
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass62,214 miles (+6,668)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    62,214 miles
    Test number
    927615562319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass55,546 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    55,546 miles
    Test number
    550609943168
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  7. Fail55,546 miles (+1,675)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,546 miles
    Test number
    505695010852
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass53,871 miles (+9,517)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    53,871 miles
    Test number
    932485312069
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Pass44,354 miles (+6,499)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    44,354 miles
    Test number
    347669205037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass37,855 miles (+369)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    37,855 miles
    Test number
    496154814000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass37,486 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    37,486 miles
    Test number
    426845083107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail37,475 miles (+2,061)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,475 miles
    Test number
    765504483187
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Fail35,414 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,414 miles
    Test number
    237095572123
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass35,414 miles (+7,638)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    35,414 miles
    Test number
    459055872108
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass27,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    27,776 miles
    Test number
    513169440319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail27,767 miles (+6,247)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,767 miles
    Test number
    492789640401
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)

  17. Pass21,520 miles (+8,843)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    21,520 miles
    Test number
    783472959350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass12,677 miles (+6,119)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    12,677 miles
    Test number
    562791388270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass6,558 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    6,558 miles
    Test number
    601403996233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 SFN

Does LD53 SFN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 SFN expired on 13 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 SFN?
The MOT on LD53 SFN expired on 13 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 SFN done?
LD53 SFN was recorded at 85,634 miles at its MOT on 14 Jun 2022, an average of 5,053 miles a year.
Has LD53 SFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 SFN has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2016.
Has the mileage on LD53 SFN 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 SFN find?
LD53 SFN passed its latest MOT on 14 Jun 2022 with 1 advisory: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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