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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LE03 VDXMOT history

LE03 VDX is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 4 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2023 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 134,715 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2023
Mileage
134,715 mi
At MOT on 7 Dec 2022
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,468 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 VDX
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
4 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 VDX was last recorded at 134,715 miles on 7 Dec 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,715 miles · 5 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,468 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 134,715 miles
  • 2021 – 129,358 miles
  • 2020 – 124,511 miles
  • 2019 – 119,458 miles
  • 2018 – 112,843 miles
  • 2017 – 107,152 miles
  • 2016 – 97,916 miles
  • 2015 – 90,959 miles
  • 2014 – 83,667 miles
  • 2013 – 76,751 miles
  • 2012 – 69,337 miles
  • 2011 – 61,823 miles
  • 2010 – 54,038 miles
  • 2009 – 47,612 miles
  • 2008 – 43,167 miles
  • 2007 – 35,292 miles
  • 2006 – 28,494 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,715 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass134,715 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    134,715 miles
    Test number
    789156319874
    • 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 Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail134,715 miles (+5,357)1 dangerous2 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,715 miles
    Test number
    860960593855
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass129,358 miles (+180)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    129,358 miles
    Test number
    664096748291
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail129,178 miles (+4,667)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,178 miles
    Test number
    434117439215
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass124,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    124,511 miles
    Test number
    352091488657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail124,511 miles (+5,053)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,511 miles
    Test number
    940297107917
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass119,458 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    119,458 miles
    Test number
    404926107720
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail119,453 miles (+6,610)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,453 miles
    Test number
    695371892941
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass112,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    112,843 miles
    Test number
    998466191740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail112,843 miles (+5,691)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,843 miles
    Test number
    175612126650
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  11. Pass107,152 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    107,152 miles
    Test number
    418661866091
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Fail107,152 miles (+9,236)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,152 miles
    Test number
    581058751714
    • FailureOffside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass97,916 miles (+6,957)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    97,916 miles
    Test number
    203759702296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass90,959 miles (+7,292)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    90,959 miles
    Test number
    863095606881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass83,667 miles (+6,916)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    83,667 miles
    Test number
    726165394278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass76,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    76,751 miles
    Test number
    156531883271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail76,751 miles (+7,414)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,751 miles
    Test number
    596251683298
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  18. Pass69,337 miles (+7,514)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    69,337 miles
    Test number
    726750012398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,823 miles (+7,785)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    61,823 miles
    Test number
    839160691229
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs rusty and worn

  20. Pass54,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    54,038 miles
    Test number
    111931060280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail54,038 miles (+6,426)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,038 miles
    Test number
    783481060298
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass47,612 miles (+4,445)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    47,612 miles
    Test number
    461085859271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,167 miles (+333)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    43,167 miles
    Test number
    703062458265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass42,834 miles (+7,542)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    42,834 miles
    Test number
    570388268119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass35,292 miles (+6,798)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    35,292 miles
    Test number
    924387287123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    28,494 miles
    Test number
    103287386145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE03 VDX

Does LE03 VDX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE03 VDX expired on 20 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE03 VDX?
The MOT on LE03 VDX expired on 20 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE03 VDX done?
LE03 VDX was recorded at 134,715 miles at its MOT on 7 Dec 2022, an average of 6,468 miles a year.
Has LE03 VDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 VDX has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LE03 VDX 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 VDX find?
LE03 VDX passed its latest MOT on 7 Dec 2022 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 2 more.

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