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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,984 cc

LE04 DFDMOT history

LE04 DFD is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 23 Jul 2004. Its MOT expired on 15 Nov 2022 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 144,112 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Nov 2022
Mileage
144,112 mi
At MOT on 16 Nov 2021
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,474 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE04 DFD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
16 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE04 DFD was last recorded at 144,112 miles on 16 Nov 2021, 4,935 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,177 miles · 13 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
4,935 miles
Average per year
7,474 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 144,112 miles
  • 2020 – 139,177 miles
  • 2019 – 132,413 miles
  • 2018 – 127,795 miles
  • 2017 – 122,609 miles
  • 2016 – 119,334 miles
  • 2015 – 108,282 miles
  • 2014 – 97,891 miles
  • 2013 – 88,239 miles
  • 2012 – 77,300 miles
  • 2011 – 67,078 miles
  • 2010 – 57,089 miles
  • 2009 – 48,249 miles
  • 2008 – 43,997 miles
  • 2007 – 36,574 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,112 miles
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 28 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,112 miles (+4,935)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    144,112 miles
    Test number
    272726274904
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Pass139,177 miles (+6,764)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    139,177 miles
    Test number
    541344243273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  3. Pass132,413 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    132,413 miles
    Test number
    408400671484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail132,387 miles (+4,592)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,387 miles
    Test number
    865638711018
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  5. Pass127,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    127,795 miles
    Test number
    688665709030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail127,795 miles (+5,186)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,795 miles
    Test number
    832427920661
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass122,609 miles (+3,275)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    122,609 miles
    Test number
    795756114986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass119,334 miles (+11,052)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    119,334 miles
    Test number
    896837784374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass108,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    108,282 miles
    Test number
    246008265418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail108,282 miles (+10,391)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,282 miles
    Test number
    865288665149
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  11. Fail97,891 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,891 miles
    Test number
    125669864144
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  12. Pass97,891 miles (+9,652)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    97,891 miles
    Test number
    286019864415
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  13. Pass88,239 miles (+10,939)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    88,239 miles
    Test number
    237080973182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass77,300 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    77,300 miles
    Test number
    108978352157
    • NoteNail in rear tyre

  15. Fail77,300 miles (+10,222)4 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,300 miles
    Test number
    629008452149
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre

  16. Fail67,078 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,078 miles
    Test number
    557292271129
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass67,078 miles (+9,989)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    67,078 miles
    Test number
    769972471183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,089 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    57,089 miles
    Test number
    262838860409
    • 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. Fail57,088 miles (+8,839)2 dangerous3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,088 miles
    Test number
    734497560146
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs scored and pitted

  20. Fail48,249 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,249 miles
    Test number
    243545079182
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass48,249 miles (+4,252)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    48,249 miles
    Test number
    311305379138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Fail43,997 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,997 miles
    Test number
    493559968174
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  23. Pass43,997 miles (+7,423)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    43,997 miles
    Test number
    513339068129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    36,574 miles
    Test number
    201600987179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail36,574 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,574 miles
    Test number
    242819177137
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LE04 DFD

Does LE04 DFD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE04 DFD expired on 15 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE04 DFD?
The MOT on LE04 DFD expired on 15 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE04 DFD done?
LE04 DFD was recorded at 144,112 miles at its MOT on 16 Nov 2021, an average of 7,474 miles a year.
Has LE04 DFD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE04 DFD has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2019.
Has the mileage on LE04 DFD 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 LE04 DFD find?
LE04 DFD passed its latest MOT on 16 Nov 2021 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; service brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

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