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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LL03 GGEMOT history

LL03 GGE is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 23 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 15 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 182,230 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Mar 2023
Mileage
182,230 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2023
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
9,078 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 GGE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL03 GGE was last recorded at 182,230 miles on 14 Mar 2023, 13,848 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,382 miles · 4 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
13,848 miles
Average per year
9,078 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 182,230 miles
  • 2022 – 168,382 miles
  • 2021 – 152,979 miles
  • 2020 – 144,022 miles
  • 2019 – 126,156 miles
  • 2018 – 108,712 miles
  • 2017 – 91,936 miles
  • 2016 – 83,075 miles
  • 2015 – 79,710 miles
  • 2014 – 74,752 miles
  • 2013 – 68,155 miles
  • 2012 – 61,729 miles
  • 2011 – 54,884 miles
  • 2010 – 48,546 miles
  • 2009 – 40,589 miles
  • 2008 – 39,361 miles
  • 2007 – 37,909 miles
  • 2006 – 30,598 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail182,230 miles
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear inner brake pads appear low

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Chip in windscreen not affecting drivers view

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Lamp loose but not insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Reversing lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail182,230 miles (+13,848)6 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,230 miles
    Test number
    157795090726
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear inner brake pads appear low

  2. Pass168,382 miles (+15,403)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    168,382 miles
    Test number
    556161541363
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Center mount (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass152,979 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    152,979 miles
    Test number
    393935708847
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail152,975 miles (+8,953)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,975 miles
    Test number
    268416560897
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass144,022 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    144,022 miles
    Test number
    359078540539
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail144,016 miles (+17,860)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,016 miles
    Test number
    789923018478
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass126,156 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    126,156 miles
    Test number
    313282755712
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen not affecting drivers view
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lamp loose but not insecure
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp not working

  8. Fail126,156 miles (+17,444)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,156 miles
    Test number
    739387279531
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen not affecting drivers view
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lamp loose but not insecure
    • AdvisoryReversing lamp not working

  9. Pass108,712 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    108,712 miles
    Test number
    823457742235
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Fail108,712 miles (+16,776)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,712 miles
    Test number
    528640542307
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass91,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    91,936 miles
    Test number
    244745296612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail91,936 miles (+8,861)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,936 miles
    Test number
    467337522052
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass83,075 miles (+3,365)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    83,075 miles
    Test number
    365161689575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass79,710 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    79,710 miles
    Test number
    518859185031
    • 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)

  15. Fail79,710 miles (+4,958)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,710 miles
    Test number
    796959285044
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • 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)

  16. Fail74,752 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,752 miles
    Test number
    309474014136
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  17. Pass74,752 miles (+6,597)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    74,752 miles
    Test number
    377714114122
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass68,155 miles (+236)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    68,155 miles
    Test number
    109507503158
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Fail67,919 miles (+6,190)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,919 miles
    Test number
    517773193005
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass61,729 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    61,729 miles
    Test number
    509515012112
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteAirbag light on

  21. Fail61,729 miles (+6,845)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,729 miles
    Test number
    677465012103
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteAirbag light on

  22. Pass54,884 miles (+6,338)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    54,884 miles
    Test number
    148368581017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteO/s/f door catch sticking

  23. Fail48,546 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,546 miles
    Test number
    212440290068
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  24. Pass48,546 miles (+7,957)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    48,546 miles
    Test number
    931740290076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  25. Pass40,589 miles (+1,228)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    40,589 miles
    Test number
    412708479079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,361 miles (+1,452)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    39,361 miles
    Test number
    802295078139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass37,909 miles (+7,311)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    37,909 miles
    Test number
    944271277191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass30,598 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    30,598 miles
    Test number
    571181786176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL03 GGE

Does LL03 GGE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL03 GGE expired on 15 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL03 GGE?
The MOT on LL03 GGE expired on 15 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL03 GGE done?
LL03 GGE was recorded at 182,230 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2023, an average of 9,078 miles a year.
Has LL03 GGE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 GGE has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LL03 GGE 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 GGE find?
LL03 GGE failed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2023 with 6 major defects, 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, and 16 more.

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