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Cream · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LL03 GFAMOT history

LL03 GFA is a cream petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 11 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 24 Jul 2025 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 177,583 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Jul 2025
Mileage
177,583 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,480 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 GFA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Cream
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
11 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL03 GFA was last recorded at 177,583 miles on 22 Jul 2025, 13,450 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,133 miles · 12 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
13,450 miles
Average per year
8,480 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 177,583 miles
  • 2024 – 164,133 miles
  • 2023 – 151,144 miles
  • 2022 – 135,785 miles
  • 2021 – 120,974 miles
  • 2020 – 109,922 miles
  • 2019 – 95,512 miles
  • 2018 – 83,137 miles
  • 2017 – 74,887 miles
  • 2016 – 70,068 miles
  • 2015 – 65,929 miles
  • 2014 – 59,262 miles
  • 2013 – 54,920 miles
  • 2012 – 51,734 miles
  • 2011 – 47,387 miles
  • 2010 – 41,662 miles
  • 2009 – 33,777 miles
  • 2008 – 25,891 miles
  • 2007 – 21,147 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail177,583 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed High risk of causing damage to test equipment. (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorNearside Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill corroded. Just after door. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre worn in inner edge. Plus has cuts. 205/55-16 VR (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Misty lens/ weak image. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Misty lens/ weak image. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 of 2 lights not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Flexi hose perishing. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Flexi hose perishing. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear heavily corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Headlamp aim faded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail177,583 miles (+13,450)5 major4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,583 miles
    Test number
    488405208986
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed High risk of causing damage to test equipment. (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill corroded. Just after door. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre worn in inner edge. Plus has cuts. 205/55-16 VR (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Misty lens/ weak image. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Misty lens/ weak image. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 of 2 lights not working (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Flexi hose perishing. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Flexi hose perishing. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  2. Pass164,133 miles (+4)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    164,133 miles
    Test number
    599903972696
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  3. Fail164,129 miles (+12,985)6 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,129 miles
    Test number
    681667796725
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Exhaust system no complete. (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure Poor light image. (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear box missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 of 2 lamps not working. (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass151,144 miles (+35)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    151,144 miles
    Test number
    596518152921
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp aim faded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Fail151,109 miles (+15,324)4 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,109 miles
    Test number
    687294609074
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Small amount of play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp aim faded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass135,785 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    135,785 miles
    Test number
    172398664680
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront front lower grills broken
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail135,785 miles (+14,811)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,785 miles
    Test number
    559673226856
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction clear codes point of test (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid top up (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront front lower grills broken
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass120,974 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    120,974 miles
    Test number
    234522069522
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower grille section broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge devoid of tread and tyre tread getting low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake calliper fulcrum not fully returning but brake not binding
    • AdvisoryAdvise early attention to exhaust clip and tyres 205 55/16
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp clip broken exhaust still secure
  9. Fail120,974 miles (+11,052)1 repaired1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,974 miles
    Test number
    233486136945
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam h1 (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower grille section broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge devoid of tread and tyre tread getting low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake calliper fulcrum not fully returning but brake not binding
    • AdvisoryAdvise early attention to exhaust clip and tyres 205 55/16
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp clip broken exhaust still secure
  10. Pass109,922 miles (+14,410)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    109,922 miles
    Test number
    842311008764
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking 205/ 55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust and clamps starting to deteriorate
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs edges corroding
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
  11. Pass95,512 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    95,512 miles
    Test number
    765318579090
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre tread starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hand brake fulcrum not fully returning
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryScreen washers topped up before test
  12. Fail95,512 miles (+12,375)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,512 miles
    Test number
    130667987522
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre tread starting to perish (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hand brake fulcrum not fully returning
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryScreen washers topped up before test
  13. Pass83,137 miles (+1,001)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    83,137 miles
    Test number
    698981921083
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test drivers view of the road flowers plus sat nav bracket
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake effort offside slightly less effort than nearside fulcrum not fully returning
  14. Fail82,136 miles (+7,249)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,136 miles
    Test number
    495919980556
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction engine management light on (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test drivers view of the road flowers plus sat nav bracket
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake effort offside slightly less effort than nearside fulcrum not fully returning
  15. Pass74,887 miles (+4,819)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    74,887 miles
    Test number
    180791072636
    • AdvisoryEngine check lamp on
    • AdvisoryNear side lower/outer sill deformed
    • AdvisoryNear side rear tyre walls perishing/cracking
  16. Pass70,068 miles (+4,139)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    70,068 miles
    Test number
    271957537941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,929 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    65,929 miles
    Test number
    799339555106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  18. Fail65,929 miles (+6,667)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,929 miles
    Test number
    217119955187
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  19. Pass59,262 miles (+4,342)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    59,262 miles
    Test number
    745152074115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,920 miles (+3,186)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    54,920 miles
    Test number
    465125673173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,734 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    51,734 miles
    Test number
    275771672491
    • NoteOff side front tyre worn on edge
  22. Fail51,734 miles (+4,347)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,734 miles
    Test number
    405921172142
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteOff side front tyre worn on edge
  23. Pass47,387 miles (+5,725)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    47,387 miles
    Test number
    739647961107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,662 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    41,662 miles
    Test number
    580673670150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail41,656 miles (+7,879)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,656 miles
    Test number
    304082570120
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
  26. Pass33,777 miles (+7,886)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    33,777 miles
    Test number
    784319159166
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteThe front tyres are wearing on the edges and cracking and the o/s is naild.
  27. Pass25,891 miles (+4,744)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2009
    Odometer
    25,891 miles
    Test number
    844787428114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass21,147 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    21,147 miles
    Test number
    704780447029
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LL03 GFA

Does LL03 GFA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL03 GFA expired on 24 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL03 GFA?
The MOT on LL03 GFA expired on 24 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL03 GFA done?
LL03 GFA was recorded at 177,583 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2025, an average of 8,480 miles a year.
Has LL03 GFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 GFA has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LL03 GFA 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 GFA find?
LL03 GFA failed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2025 with 5 major defects, 4 minor defects and 3 advisories: emissions unable to be completed high risk of causing damage to test equipment.; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; nearside power steering component leaking, and 9 more.

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