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Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 1,984 cc

LF52 OCBMOT history

LF52 OCB is a grey petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 11 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 146,526 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Jan 2023
Mileage
146,526 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,817 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 OCB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 OCB was last recorded at 146,526 miles on 12 Jan 2022, 144 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Jun 2010: 55,429 miles, lower than 533,462 miles on 20 May 2009.
  • 2 Jan 2019: 124,540 miles, lower than 124,542 miles on 2 Nov 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
146,382 miles · 7 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
144 miles
Average per year
6,817 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 146,526 miles
  • 2021 – 137,206 miles
  • 2020 – 131,282 miles
  • 2019 – 124,540 miles
  • 2018 – 124,542 miles
  • 2017 – 120,495 miles
  • 2016 – 110,341 miles
  • 2015 – 108,098 miles
  • 2014 – 102,116 miles
  • 2013 – 90,595 miles
  • 2012 – 79,996 miles
  • 2011 – 69,559 miles
  • 2010 – 55,429 miles
  • 2009 – 533,462 miles
  • 2008 – 50,942 miles
  • 2007 – 48,042 miles
  • 2006 – 41,603 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,526 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front SILL CORROEDE BUT NOT PRESCRIBED AREARecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,526 miles (+144)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    146,526 miles
    Test number
    307025660799
    • AdvisoryNearside Front SILL CORROEDE BUT NOT PRESCRIBED AREA
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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))

  2. Fail146,382 miles (+9,176)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,382 miles
    Test number
    987246074474
    • MajorEmissions not tested DUE TO EXHAUST BLOW (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front SILL CORROEDE BUT NOT PRESCRIBED AREA
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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))

  3. Pass137,206 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    137,206 miles
    Test number
    612763409574
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail137,206 miles (+5,924)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,206 miles
    Test number
    690099211586
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass131,282 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    131,282 miles
    Test number
    985289770333
    • AdvisoryBOTH HEADLIGHT LENS DULL
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Fail131,282 miles (+6,742)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,282 miles
    Test number
    432127841374
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBOTH HEADLIGHT LENS DULL
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass124,540 miles (-2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    124,540 miles
    Test number
    284633325714
    • AdvisoryNearside NUMBER PLATE LENS MISSING

  8. Fail124,542 miles (+4,047)1 dangerous6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,542 miles
    Test number
    682542545605
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR WISHBONE (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR WISHBONE (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced OUTER & INNER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources LAMP BROKEN (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEPC LIGHT SHOWING (THROTTLE) FAULT.

  9. Pass120,495 miles (+10,154)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    120,495 miles
    Test number
    864111453986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass110,341 miles (+2,243)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    110,341 miles
    Test number
    242189428978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass108,098 miles (+5,982)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    108,098 miles
    Test number
    739634235194
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass102,116 miles (+2)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    102,116 miles
    Test number
    527617324250
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  13. Fail102,114 miles (+11,519)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,114 miles
    Test number
    319146924263
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  14. Pass90,595 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    90,595 miles
    Test number
    855179783135
    • NoteEngine management light on

  15. Fail90,591 miles (+10,595)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,591 miles
    Test number
    859365383109
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  16. Pass79,996 miles (+10,437)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    79,996 miles
    Test number
    959267882189
    • NoteEngine management light on

  17. Pass69,559 miles (+14,130)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    69,559 miles
    Test number
    367386581117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail55,429 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,429 miles
    Test number
    203196660492
    • Repaired at testNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass55,429 miles (-478,033)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    55,429 miles
    Test number
    953946160146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass533,462 miles (+482,520)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    533,462 miles
    Test number
    334500849174
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryInner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass50,942 miles (+2,900)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    50,942 miles
    Test number
    291092048483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,042 miles (+6,439)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    48,042 miles
    Test number
    764971457129
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  23. Pass41,603 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    41,603 miles
    Test number
    723287736227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail41,600 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,600 miles
    Test number
    671134336288
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about LF52 OCB

Does LF52 OCB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 OCB expired on 11 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 OCB?
The MOT on LF52 OCB expired on 11 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 OCB done?
LF52 OCB was recorded at 146,526 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2022, an average of 6,817 miles a year.
Has LF52 OCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 OCB has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LF52 OCB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 15 Jun 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LF52 OCB find?
LF52 OCB passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside front sill corroede but not prescribed area; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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