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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

LD53 TGEMOT history

LD53 TGE is a blue diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 30 Sept 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 288,071 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Sept 2024
Mileage
288,071 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2023
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
12,460 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 TGE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 TGE was last recorded at 288,071 miles on 14 Sept 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
288,069 miles · 6 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
12,460 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 288,071 miles
  • 2022 – 277,647 miles
  • 2021 – 267,764 miles
  • 2020 – 260,608 miles
  • 2019 – 251,409 miles
  • 2018 – 241,445 miles
  • 2017 – 232,222 miles
  • 2016 – 222,454 miles
  • 2015 – 213,295 miles
  • 2014 – 202,909 miles
  • 2013 – 189,356 miles
  • 2012 – 176,775 miles
  • 2011 – 164,368 miles
  • 2010 – 151,586 miles
  • 2009 – 134,588 miles
  • 2008 – 115,389 miles
  • 2007 – 95,988 miles
  • 2006 – 76,432 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass288,071 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust corrodedRecorded at 7 MOTs since 2015

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass288,071 miles (+2)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    288,071 miles
    Test number
    349860718110
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  2. Fail288,069 miles (+10,422)1 dangerous4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    288,069 miles
    Test number
    710383170141
    • DangerousDriver's seat moving inadvertently (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  3. Pass277,647 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    277,647 miles
    Test number
    201462792173
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail277,647 miles (+9,883)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    277,647 miles
    Test number
    196601876916
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass267,764 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    267,764 miles
    Test number
    655835366674
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  6. Fail267,762 miles (+7,154)2 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    267,762 miles
    Test number
    801464553745
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded

  7. Pass260,608 miles (+9,199)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    260,608 miles
    Test number
    607431414213
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower rearmost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  8. Pass251,409 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    251,409 miles
    Test number
    630563576113
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  9. Fail251,409 miles (+9,964)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,409 miles
    Test number
    377543071238
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  10. Pass241,445 miles (+9,223)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    241,445 miles
    Test number
    199360122386
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  11. Pass232,222 miles (+9,768)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    232,222 miles
    Test number
    790537114733
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  12. Pass222,454 miles (+9,159)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    222,454 miles
    Test number
    689020568815
    • AdvisoryCentre Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount fractured
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  13. Pass213,295 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    213,295 miles
    Test number
    360579653804
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  14. Fail213,295 miles (+10,386)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,295 miles
    Test number
    446599026359
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  15. Pass202,909 miles (+2)4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    202,909 miles
    Test number
    318294674253
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn close to wearbars
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  16. Fail202,907 miles (+13,551)2 failures5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,907 miles
    Test number
    798492974245
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn close to wearbars
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  17. Pass189,356 miles (+12,581)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    189,356 miles
    Test number
    388926943297
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  18. Fail176,775 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,775 miles
    Test number
    169928242203
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  19. Pass176,775 miles (+12,407)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    176,775 miles
    Test number
    466798942249
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  20. Pass164,368 miles (+12,782)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    164,368 miles
    Test number
    365066451280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass151,586 miles (+16,998)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    151,586 miles
    Test number
    440093070292
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine v belt cracked

  22. Pass134,588 miles (+19,199)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    134,588 miles
    Test number
    310461279209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass115,389 miles (+19,401)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    115,389 miles
    Test number
    592853568229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • NoteFront numberplate starting to deteriorate
    • NoteNearside front indicator lense cracked
    • NoteRear numberplate starting to deteriorate

  24. Pass95,988 miles (+19,556)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    95,988 miles
    Test number
    320397467429
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn badly on inner edge

  25. Fail76,432 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,432 miles
    Test number
    184632066235
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  26. Pass76,432 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    76,432 miles
    Test number
    862362666265
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about LD53 TGE

Does LD53 TGE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 TGE expired on 30 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 TGE?
The MOT on LD53 TGE expired on 30 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 TGE done?
LD53 TGE was recorded at 288,071 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2023, an average of 12,460 miles a year.
Has LD53 TGE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 TGE has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LD53 TGE 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 TGE find?
LD53 TGE passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2023 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front windscreen wiper blade defective; central upper stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; coil spring corroded both rear, and 4 more.

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