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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LL03 CFVMOT history

LL03 CFV is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 21 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 122,226 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
122,226 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,936 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 CFV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
21 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL03 CFV was last recorded at 122,226 miles on 1 May 2026, 1,674 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,552 miles · 22 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,674 miles
Average per year
4,936 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,226 miles
  • 2025 – 120,552 miles
  • 2023 – 109,426 miles
  • 2022 – 103,529 miles
  • 2021 – 98,313 miles
  • 2020 – 90,689 miles
  • 2019 – 86,535 miles
  • 2018 – 80,868 miles
  • 2017 – 74,967 miles
  • 2016 – 68,023 miles
  • 2015 – 64,423 miles
  • 2014 – 58,956 miles
  • 2013 – 53,207 miles
  • 2012 – 50,937 miles
  • 2011 – 43,845 miles
  • 2010 – 39,635 miles
  • 2009 – 37,637 miles
  • 2008 – 35,324 miles
  • 2007 – 31,570 miles
  • 2006 – 24,646 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,226 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal soft

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 Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

Full MOT history

34 tests since 25 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,226 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    122,226 miles
    Test number
    378736602316
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal soft

  2. Fail122,224 miles (+1,672)1 dangerous7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,224 miles
    Test number
    307902240906
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Shock absorbers insecurely attached both rear lower bolts missing washers (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal soft

  3. Pass120,552 miles (+27)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    120,552 miles
    Test number
    609754841895
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged mirror and glass
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail120,525 miles (+11,099)1 dangerous8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,525 miles
    Test number
    795770029314
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass109,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    109,426 miles
    Test number
    554582326811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail109,426 miles (+5,897)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,426 miles
    Test number
    705175942338
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

  7. Pass103,529 miles (+5,216)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    103,529 miles
    Test number
    466604226176
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass98,313 miles (+84)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    98,313 miles
    Test number
    485731844345
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail98,229 miles (+7,540)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,229 miles
    Test number
    507593363663
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass90,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    90,689 miles
    Test number
    393314003514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail90,689 miles (+4,154)4 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,689 miles
    Test number
    356360683800
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass86,535 miles (+5,667)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    86,535 miles
    Test number
    526936678903
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass80,868 miles (+117)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    80,868 miles
    Test number
    259877300641
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail80,751 miles (+5,784)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,751 miles
    Test number
    602210217999
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass74,967 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    74,967 miles
    Test number
    757847710756
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Fail74,967 miles (+6,944)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,967 miles
    Test number
    435727356356
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass68,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    68,023 miles
    Test number
    868848824930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail68,023 miles (+3,600)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,023 miles
    Test number
    585092761940
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  19. Pass64,423 miles (+5,467)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    64,423 miles
    Test number
    755904515854
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass58,956 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    58,956 miles
    Test number
    945432214275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail58,956 miles (+5,749)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,956 miles
    Test number
    426431414265
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass53,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    53,207 miles
    Test number
    357803713285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail53,207 miles (+2,270)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,207 miles
    Test number
    329921313265
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  24. Pass50,937 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    50,937 miles
    Test number
    397876412247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail50,937 miles (+7,092)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,937 miles
    Test number
    775375712242
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteAIR BAG LIGHT ON EML LIGHT ON

  26. Pass43,845 miles (+4,210)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    43,845 miles
    Test number
    479496491128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass39,635 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    39,635 miles
    Test number
    273306410271
    • NoteExhuast rusty

  28. Fail39,634 miles (+1,997)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,634 miles
    Test number
    314924610459
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteExhuast rusty

  29. Pass37,637 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    37,637 miles
    Test number
    103251719250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail37,637 miles (+2,313)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,637 miles
    Test number
    731488609217
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass35,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    35,324 miles
    Test number
    422676608270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail35,324 miles (+3,754)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,324 miles
    Test number
    193806708239
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  33. Pass31,570 miles (+6,924)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    31,570 miles
    Test number
    732385907204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass24,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    24,646 miles
    Test number
    531766506232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL03 CFV

Does LL03 CFV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL03 CFV is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL03 CFV?
The MOT on LL03 CFV is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL03 CFV done?
LL03 CFV was recorded at 122,226 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 4,936 miles a year.
Has LL03 CFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 CFV has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LL03 CFV 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 LL03 CFV find?
LL03 CFV passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front headlamp lens slightly defective both front; brake pedal soft.

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