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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,984 cc

LK04 YVPMOT history

LK04 YVP is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 21 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 6 Jun 2026 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 110,726 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Jun 2026
Mileage
110,726 mi
At MOT on 24 May 2025
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,625 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK04 YVP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
21 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
24 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK04 YVP was last recorded at 110,726 miles on 24 May 2025, 2,809 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,917 miles · 20 May 2024
Between the last two tests
2,809 miles
Average per year
3,625 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 110,726 miles
  • 2024 – 107,917 miles
  • 2023 – 103,587 miles
  • 2022 – 101,750 miles
  • 2021 – 97,499 miles
  • 2020 – 96,159 miles
  • 2018 – 95,001 miles
  • 2017 – 92,854 miles
  • 2016 – 87,683 miles
  • 2014 – 86,275 miles
  • 2013 – 80,685 miles
  • 2012 – 75,402 miles
  • 2011 – 68,188 miles
  • 2010 – 63,931 miles
  • 2009 – 58,977 miles
  • 2008 – 53,682 miles
  • 2007 – 45,328 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,726 miles

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.

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,726 miles (+2,809)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    110,726 miles
    Test number
    838348366362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass107,917 miles (+4,330)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    107,917 miles
    Test number
    355948648961
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass103,587 miles (+1,837)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    103,587 miles
    Test number
    469055394263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass101,750 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    101,750 miles
    Test number
    412731784168
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail101,750 miles (+4,251)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,750 miles
    Test number
    219473014591
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass97,499 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    97,499 miles
    Test number
    199396598124
    • AdvisoryBoot lid component damaged but not likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear window damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside drivers internal lock mechanism insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEmissions failed first test passed on second test

  7. Fail97,499 miles (+1,340)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,499 miles
    Test number
    781807447752
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoot lid component damaged but not likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear window damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside drivers internal lock mechanism insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEmissions failed first test passed on second test

  8. Pass96,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    96,159 miles
    Test number
    800793859371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail96,159 miles (+40)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,159 miles
    Test number
    408818687589
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail96,119 miles (+1,118)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,119 miles
    Test number
    442604583745
    • DangerousOffside Rear Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rusty

  11. Pass95,001 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    95,001 miles
    Test number
    941550409913
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust mount is deteriorated

  12. Fail95,000 miles (+2,146)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,000 miles
    Test number
    526062671717
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust mount is deteriorated

  13. Pass92,854 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    92,854 miles
    Test number
    204551935628
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust support deteriorated
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on dashboard

  14. Fail92,854 miles (+5,171)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,854 miles
    Test number
    888636203789
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust support deteriorated
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on dashboard
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner plastic wheel guard insecure and rubbing

  15. Pass87,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    87,683 miles
    Test number
    463236104184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail87,683 miles (+1,408)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,683 miles
    Test number
    332406150235
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass86,275 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    86,275 miles
    Test number
    145313934337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Fail86,275 miles (+5,590)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,275 miles
    Test number
    886372034388
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  19. Pass80,685 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    80,685 miles
    Test number
    165904863130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  20. Fail80,685 miles (+5,283)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,685 miles
    Test number
    926414063108
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  21. Pass75,402 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    75,402 miles
    Test number
    119573772110
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail75,402 miles (+7,214)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,402 miles
    Test number
    476643972105
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass68,188 miles (+4,257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    68,188 miles
    Test number
    888281271171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass63,931 miles (+4,954)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    63,931 miles
    Test number
    500041730187
    • 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)

  25. Pass58,977 miles (+5,295)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    58,977 miles
    Test number
    341244339139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass53,682 miles (+8,354)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    53,682 miles
    Test number
    342760648127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass45,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    45,328 miles
    Test number
    334030837115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail45,328 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,328 miles
    Test number
    252349927478
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about LK04 YVP

Does LK04 YVP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LK04 YVP expired on 6 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LK04 YVP?
The MOT on LK04 YVP expired on 6 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LK04 YVP done?
LK04 YVP was recorded at 110,726 miles at its MOT on 24 May 2025, an average of 3,625 miles a year.
Has LK04 YVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK04 YVP has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on LK04 YVP 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 LK04 YVP find?
LK04 YVP passed its latest MOT on 24 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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