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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,984 cc

LD56 EDXMOT history

LD56 EDX is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 13 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 90,376 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
90,376 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,520 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 EDX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
13 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 EDX was last recorded at 90,376 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 131 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,245 miles · 9 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
131 miles
Average per year
4,520 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,376 miles
  • 2025 – 87,129 miles
  • 2024 – 85,289 miles
  • 2023 – 82,885 miles
  • 2022 – 81,350 miles
  • 2021 – 80,330 miles
  • 2020 – 76,201 miles
  • 2019 – 74,539 miles
  • 2018 – 71,709 miles
  • 2017 – 68,428 miles
  • 2016 – 65,249 miles
  • 2014 – 55,685 miles
  • 2013 – 45,094 miles
  • 2012 – 39,217 miles
  • 2011 – 30,896 miles
  • 2010 – 23,659 miles
  • 2009 – 16,532 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,376 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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 Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 14 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,376 miles (+131)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    90,376 miles
    Test number
    583176265641
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail90,245 miles (+3,116)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,245 miles
    Test number
    706359446178
    • MajorFront Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass87,129 miles (+1,840)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    87,129 miles
    Test number
    540514731196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass85,289 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    85,289 miles
    Test number
    559202478064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail85,276 miles (+2,391)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,276 miles
    Test number
    715076019615
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  6. Pass82,885 miles (+1,535)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    82,885 miles
    Test number
    955357692179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass81,350 miles (+14)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    81,350 miles
    Test number
    308688448490
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Fail81,336 miles (+1,006)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,336 miles
    Test number
    467083467418
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  9. Pass80,330 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    80,330 miles
    Test number
    272462416514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail80,324 miles (+4,123)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,324 miles
    Test number
    402895983264
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass76,201 miles (+1,662)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    76,201 miles
    Test number
    753848742550
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass74,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    74,539 miles
    Test number
    856448111013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail74,539 miles (+2,830)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,539 miles
    Test number
    899858956782
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  14. Pass71,709 miles (+3,281)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    71,709 miles
    Test number
    973180438861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,428 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    68,428 miles
    Test number
    506545140695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail68,428 miles (+3,179)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,428 miles
    Test number
    459615721510
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass65,249 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    65,249 miles
    Test number
    349088570266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail65,249 miles (+9,564)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,249 miles
    Test number
    491491950101
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass55,685 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    55,685 miles
    Test number
    286185254236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail55,652 miles (+10,558)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,652 miles
    Test number
    399294054438
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass45,094 miles (+5,877)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    45,094 miles
    Test number
    798405053102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,217 miles (+8,321)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    39,217 miles
    Test number
    235679922182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    30,896 miles
    Test number
    658363371220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail30,896 miles (+7,237)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,896 miles
    Test number
    915163371277
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass23,659 miles (+7,127)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    23,659 miles
    Test number
    894583770216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass16,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    16,532 miles
    Test number
    912977359208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD56 EDX

Does LD56 EDX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD56 EDX is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD56 EDX?
The MOT on LD56 EDX is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD56 EDX done?
LD56 EDX was recorded at 90,376 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 4,520 miles a year.
Has LD56 EDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 EDX has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LD56 EDX 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 LD56 EDX find?
LD56 EDX passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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