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Yellow · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LD53 WBUMOT history

LD53 WBU is a yellow petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 2 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 12 Oct 2021 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 125,498 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Oct 2021
Mileage
125,498 mi
At MOT on 16 Nov 2021
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,576 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 WBU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
2 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Oct 2021
Latest MOT test
16 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD53 WBU was last recorded at 125,498 miles on 16 Nov 2021, 465 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,033 miles · 13 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
465 miles
Average per year
6,576 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 125,498 miles
  • 2020 – 125,033 miles
  • 2019 – 122,228 miles
  • 2018 – 116,002 miles
  • 2017 – 114,806 miles
  • 2016 – 109,018 miles
  • 2015 – 105,936 miles
  • 2014 – 96,368 miles
  • 2013 – 89,462 miles
  • 2012 – 84,662 miles
  • 2011 – 75,906 miles
  • 2010 – 70,963 miles
  • 2009 – 57,079 miles
  • 2008 – 42,346 miles
  • 2007 – 31,460 miles
  • 2006 – 25,886 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail125,498 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorEmissions not tested due to insufficient oil (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp likely to become detached (4.2.1 (c) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both sides upper strut mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake caliper bleed nipple has been replaced by a bolt
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear brake hose clips missing both sides
  • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 23 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail125,498 miles (+465)1 dangerous11 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,498 miles
    Test number
    533221080666
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to insufficient oil (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp likely to become detached (4.2.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both sides upper strut mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake caliper bleed nipple has been replaced by a bolt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brake hose clips missing both sides
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  2. Pass125,033 miles (+2,805)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    125,033 miles
    Test number
    390842327750
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills corroding

  3. Pass122,228 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    122,228 miles
    Test number
    283806791295
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail122,227 miles (+6,225)1 dangerous8 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,227 miles
    Test number
    298290213130
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction light on dash (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing missing one (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) insecure (4.3.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass116,002 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    116,002 miles
    Test number
    495032258293
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail116,000 miles (+1,194)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,000 miles
    Test number
    679910341598
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail centre (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail centre (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass114,806 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    114,806 miles
    Test number
    539169551730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail114,804 miles (+5,786)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,804 miles
    Test number
    374222606068
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. Pass109,018 miles (+3,082)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    109,018 miles
    Test number
    764886596737
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass105,936 miles (+9,568)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    105,936 miles
    Test number
    560745253814
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass96,368 miles (+6,906)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    96,368 miles
    Test number
    315575254207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass89,462 miles (+4,800)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    89,462 miles
    Test number
    406963063232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass84,662 miles (+8,756)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    84,662 miles
    Test number
    779287652278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass75,906 miles (+4,943)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    75,906 miles
    Test number
    346433461404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/r brake disc worn

  15. Fail70,963 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,963 miles
    Test number
    553862250231
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass70,963 miles (+13,884)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    70,963 miles
    Test number
    922952550289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,079 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    57,079 miles
    Test number
    200847359240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail57,074 miles (+14,728)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,074 miles
    Test number
    621797559218
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass42,346 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    42,346 miles
    Test number
    593551578275
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail42,344 miles (+10,884)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,344 miles
    Test number
    733630078289
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass31,460 miles (+5,574)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    31,460 miles
    Test number
    592890157284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,886 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    25,886 miles
    Test number
    921096266250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 WBU

Does LD53 WBU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 WBU expired on 12 Oct 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 WBU?
The MOT on LD53 WBU expired on 12 Oct 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 WBU done?
LD53 WBU was recorded at 125,498 miles at its MOT on 16 Nov 2021, an average of 6,576 miles a year.
Has LD53 WBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 WBU has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LD53 WBU 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 WBU find?
LD53 WBU failed its latest MOT on 16 Nov 2021 with 1 dangerous defect, 11 major defects, 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: offside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure; emissions not tested due to insufficient oil; nearside front headlamp aim too low, and 22 more.

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