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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LD53 XXXMOT history

LD53 XXX is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 6 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 122,934 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Dec 2026
Mileage
122,934 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,783 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 XXX
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
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 XXX was last recorded at 122,934 miles on 24 Nov 2025, 2,774 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,160 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,774 miles
Average per year
4,783 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,934 miles
  • 2024 – 120,160 miles
  • 2023 – 117,323 miles
  • 2022 – 114,377 miles
  • 2021 – 112,613 miles
  • 2020 – 111,648 miles
  • 2019 – 109,708 miles
  • 2018 – 105,389 miles
  • 2017 – 100,714 miles
  • 2016 – 97,632 miles
  • 2015 – 93,629 miles
  • 2014 – 88,655 miles
  • 2013 – 83,783 miles
  • 2012 – 79,837 miles
  • 2011 – 72,924 miles
  • 2010 – 65,536 miles
  • 2009 – 56,511 miles
  • 2008 – 48,272 miles
  • 2007 – 40,445 miles
  • 2006 – 32,659 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,934 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 6 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,934 miles (+2,774)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    122,934 miles
    Test number
    538634309263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass120,160 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    120,160 miles
    Test number
    949044226204
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Fail120,160 miles (+2,837)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,160 miles
    Test number
    931674743642
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to brake pipe condition (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass117,323 miles (+63)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    117,323 miles
    Test number
    942339701097
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
  5. Fail117,260 miles (+2,883)2 dangerous9 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,260 miles
    Test number
    539712591648
    • DangerousNearside Front wiper arm likely to become detached
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer cracked (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Fluid leak, but not excessive rad leaking coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper arm worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll shocks corroded
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust heat shield loose and hanging on exhaust
  6. Pass114,377 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    114,377 miles
    Test number
    171065066563
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Fail114,377 miles (+1,764)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,377 miles
    Test number
    839466096184
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass112,613 miles (+965)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    112,613 miles
    Test number
    558789037738
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass111,648 miles (+25)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    111,648 miles
    Test number
    717283068259
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front lamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside (outer sill) body structure or chassis cannot be visually examined due to outer skirt fitted.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside (outer sill) body structure or chassis cannot be visually examined due to outer skirt fitted.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule OSF AND NSF (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both front (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear shock casings corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  10. Fail111,623 miles (+1,915)1 dangerous5 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,623 miles
    Test number
    113143224391
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective polish with t-cut (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective polish with t-cut (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside - recommended (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass109,708 miles (+131)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    109,708 miles
    Test number
    438199881786
    • AdvisoryBoth faux running board/sill cover panels have a hole in the back of them. Non structural panel
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOne grommet hole under the passenger seat has extended due to corrosion, will require attention in a year or two
  12. Fail109,577 miles (+4,188)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,577 miles
    Test number
    644055274234
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth faux running board/sill cover panels have a hole in the back of them. Non structural panel
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOne grommet hole under the passenger seat has extended due to corrosion, will require attention in a year or two
  13. Pass105,389 miles (+4,675)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    105,389 miles
    Test number
    711832527992
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers/undertrays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Discs pitted (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Discs heavily pitted (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On legal limit 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs and rear axle components corroded
  14. Pass100,714 miles (+3,082)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    100,714 miles
    Test number
    740671703441
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened & rear (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn low on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished
  15. Pass97,632 miles (+4,003)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    97,632 miles
    Test number
    274821592602
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
  16. Pass93,629 miles (+4,974)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    93,629 miles
    Test number
    364922056601
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
  17. Pass88,655 miles (+4,872)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    88,655 miles
    Test number
    537421514354
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  18. Fail83,783 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,783 miles
    Test number
    328932113361
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteN/s front tyre below 3mm
  19. Pass83,783 miles (+3,946)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    83,783 miles
    Test number
    717772713394
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteN/s front tyre below 3mm
  20. Pass79,837 miles (+6,913)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    79,837 miles
    Test number
    548218912396
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass72,924 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    72,924 miles
    Test number
    408075611383
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Fail72,924 miles (+7,388)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,924 miles
    Test number
    808715411346
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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)
  23. Pass65,536 miles (+9,025)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    65,536 miles
    Test number
    902896810388
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass56,511 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    56,511 miles
    Test number
    332593529311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail56,503 miles (+8,231)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,503 miles
    Test number
    304641429346
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  26. Pass48,272 miles (+7,827)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    48,272 miles
    Test number
    452342028305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  27. Pass40,445 miles (+7,786)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    40,445 miles
    Test number
    962899717321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass32,659 miles (+1,634)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    32,659 miles
    Test number
    932010016349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass31,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    31,025 miles
    Test number
    323789146227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail31,020 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,020 miles
    Test number
    473249246216
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LD53 XXX

Does LD53 XXX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 XXX is valid until 6 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD53 XXX?
The MOT on LD53 XXX is valid until 6 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 XXX done?
LD53 XXX was recorded at 122,934 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2025, an average of 4,783 miles a year.
Has LD53 XXX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 XXX has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LD53 XXX 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 XXX find?
LD53 XXX passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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