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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LE03 VBPMOT history

LE03 VBP is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 16 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 83,837 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
83,837 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,147 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 VBP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 VBP was last recorded at 83,837 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 857 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,980 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
857 miles
Average per year
3,147 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,837 miles
  • 2025 – 82,980 miles
  • 2024 – 82,247 miles
  • 2023 – 80,815 miles
  • 2022 – 79,644 miles
  • 2021 – 78,462 miles
  • 2020 – 76,925 miles
  • 2019 – 74,117 miles
  • 2018 – 70,556 miles
  • 2015 – 70,434 miles
  • 2014 – 62,471 miles
  • 2013 – 53,775 miles
  • 2012 – 46,109 miles
  • 2011 – 38,158 miles
  • 2010 – 37,393 miles
  • 2009 – 35,269 miles
  • 2008 – 32,161 miles
  • 2007 – 26,545 miles
  • 2006 – 21,752 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,837 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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 Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 2 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,837 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    83,837 miles
    Test number
    918476981218
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Fail83,837 miles (+857)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,837 miles
    Test number
    694130414600
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Pass82,980 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    82,980 miles
    Test number
    258500065216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail82,980 miles (+733)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,980 miles
    Test number
    276141476521
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass82,247 miles (+1,432)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    82,247 miles
    Test number
    332880166036
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged advise - replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass80,815 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    80,815 miles
    Test number
    451949354028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail80,815 miles (+1,171)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,815 miles
    Test number
    255871415413
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass79,644 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    79,644 miles
    Test number
    995813249776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail79,641 miles (+1,179)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,641 miles
    Test number
    619754919438
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass78,462 miles (+1,537)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    78,462 miles
    Test number
    469399965798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass76,925 miles (+121)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    76,925 miles
    Test number
    730717019184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass76,804 miles (+2,687)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    76,804 miles
    Test number
    861258602301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass74,117 miles (+3,561)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    74,117 miles
    Test number
    808415994066
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  14. Pass70,556 miles (+122)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    70,556 miles
    Test number
    433591410516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail70,434 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,434 miles
    Test number
    145440095420
    • Repaired at testCentre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  16. Pass70,434 miles (+7,963)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    70,434 miles
    Test number
    666200595049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,471 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    62,471 miles
    Test number
    345630504163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  18. Fail62,471 miles (+8,696)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,471 miles
    Test number
    149238894006
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass53,775 miles (+7,666)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    53,775 miles
    Test number
    927622503172
    • 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)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn
    • NoteFront wiper blades are slightly worn

  20. Pass46,109 miles (+7,951)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    46,109 miles
    Test number
    369189812119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,158 miles (+765)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    38,158 miles
    Test number
    206006441421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,393 miles (+2,124)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    37,393 miles
    Test number
    771440690165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,269 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    35,269 miles
    Test number
    232865219291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail35,268 miles (+3,107)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,268 miles
    Test number
    574580819285
    • FailureObligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  25. Pass32,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    32,161 miles
    Test number
    372325538464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail32,161 miles (+5,616)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,161 miles
    Test number
    551985538225
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass26,545 miles (+4,793)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    26,545 miles
    Test number
    264347797164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  28. Pass21,752 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    21,752 miles
    Test number
    222224516275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE03 VBP

Does LE03 VBP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE03 VBP is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE03 VBP?
The MOT on LE03 VBP is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE03 VBP done?
LE03 VBP was recorded at 83,837 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 3,147 miles a year.
Has LE03 VBP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 VBP has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LE03 VBP 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 LE03 VBP find?
LE03 VBP passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects: indicator switch faulty; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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