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Beige · Petrol · 2005 · 1,984 cc

LE05 BEEMOT history

LE05 BEE is a beige petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 9 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 92,809 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
92,809 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,034 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE05 BEE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE05 BEE was last recorded at 92,809 miles on 14 Sept 2026, 1,929 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,880 miles · 29 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,929 miles
Average per year
4,034 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,809 miles
  • 2025 – 90,880 miles
  • 2024 – 89,662 miles
  • 2023 – 86,838 miles
  • 2022 – 83,253 miles
  • 2021 – 80,831 miles
  • 2020 – 78,493 miles
  • 2019 – 77,265 miles
  • 2018 – 71,838 miles
  • 2017 – 65,934 miles
  • 2016 – 62,425 miles
  • 2015 – 57,016 miles
  • 2014 – 52,332 miles
  • 2013 – 47,747 miles
  • 2012 – 42,417 miles
  • 2011 – 36,321 miles
  • 2010 – 30,867 miles
  • 2009 – 25,157 miles
  • 2008 – 20,072 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,809 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Offside Front tyre wearing on inside edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,809 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    92,809 miles
    Test number
    689604120503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail92,798 miles (+1,918)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,798 miles
    Test number
    726481347257
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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 manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush mounting
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inside edge

  3. Pass90,880 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    90,880 miles
    Test number
    399447258432
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush mounting (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inside edge

  4. Fail90,878 miles (+1,216)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,878 miles
    Test number
    510874116818
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced and offside front (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush mounting (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inside edge

  5. Pass89,662 miles (+2,824)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    89,662 miles
    Test number
    252310622096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass86,838 miles (+3,585)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    86,838 miles
    Test number
    427520230481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass83,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    83,253 miles
    Test number
    746585925588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail83,251 miles (+2,420)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,251 miles
    Test number
    664849216558
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass80,831 miles (+2,338)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    80,831 miles
    Test number
    955448988026
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass78,493 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    78,493 miles
    Test number
    739638274384
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail78,491 miles (+1,226)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,491 miles
    Test number
    750180655551
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing glass missing (3.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass77,265 miles (+5,427)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    77,265 miles
    Test number
    264420807557
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass71,838 miles (+5,904)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    71,838 miles
    Test number
    410591162319
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass65,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    65,934 miles
    Test number
    526282045914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail65,934 miles (+3,509)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,934 miles
    Test number
    187847831582
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass62,425 miles (+5,409)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    62,425 miles
    Test number
    548232519674
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre wall perished

  17. Pass57,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    57,016 miles
    Test number
    487710487211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail57,016 miles (+4,684)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,016 miles
    Test number
    446160677649
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass52,332 miles (+4,585)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    52,332 miles
    Test number
    307991364222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,747 miles (+5,330)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    47,747 miles
    Test number
    817348543201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,417 miles (+6,096)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    42,417 miles
    Test number
    587397532243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,321 miles (+5,454)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    36,321 miles
    Test number
    119932041255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail30,867 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,867 miles
    Test number
    353353150288
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Parking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass30,867 miles (+5,710)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    30,867 miles
    Test number
    582633550212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,157 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    25,157 miles
    Test number
    220343859255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail25,151 miles (+5,079)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,151 miles
    Test number
    423743659230
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass20,072 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    20,072 miles
    Test number
    563666848202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LE05 BEE

Does LE05 BEE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE05 BEE is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE05 BEE?
The MOT on LE05 BEE is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE05 BEE done?
LE05 BEE was recorded at 92,809 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2026, an average of 4,034 miles a year.
Has LE05 BEE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE05 BEE has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LE05 BEE 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 LE05 BEE find?
LE05 BEE passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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