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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LL03 SBXMOT history

LL03 SBX is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Aug 2003. Its MOT expired on 11 May 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 69,457 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 11 May 2023
Mileage
69,457 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,183 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 SBX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 May 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL03 SBX was last recorded at 69,457 miles on 27 Apr 2023, 1,214 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Jun 2009: 55,326 miles, lower than 55,346 miles on 11 Jul 2008.

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
68,243 miles · 12 May 2022
Between the last two tests
1,214 miles
Average per year
2,183 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 69,457 miles
  • 2022 – 68,243 miles
  • 2021 – 66,810 miles
  • 2020 – 65,130 miles
  • 2019 – 64,845 miles
  • 2018 – 64,287 miles
  • 2017 – 63,949 miles
  • 2016 – 63,217 miles
  • 2015 – 62,459 miles
  • 2014 – 61,398 miles
  • 2013 – 60,444 miles
  • 2012 – 58,881 miles
  • 2011 – 57,085 miles
  • 2010 – 56,164 miles
  • 2009 – 55,326 miles
  • 2008 – 55,346 miles
  • 2006 – 32,887 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail69,457 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail69,457 miles (+1,214)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,457 miles
    Test number
    549265998940
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass68,243 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2023
    Odometer
    68,243 miles
    Test number
    462797280430
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail68,223 miles (+1,413)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,223 miles
    Test number
    987835810311
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn leg mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn leg mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass66,810 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    66,810 miles
    Test number
    351271940183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail66,809 miles (+1,679)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,809 miles
    Test number
    922210862998
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside 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 Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass65,130 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    65,130 miles
    Test number
    588011616569
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail65,130 miles (+285)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,130 miles
    Test number
    253029718506
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass64,845 miles (+558)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    64,845 miles
    Test number
    585967534347
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust silencer slightly loose central bracket (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass64,287 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    64,287 miles
    Test number
    100786766786
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Fail64,287 miles (+338)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,287 miles
    Test number
    173645484440
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass63,949 miles (+732)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    63,949 miles
    Test number
    287759522254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,217 miles (+758)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    63,217 miles
    Test number
    183497697284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner (2.4.G.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass62,459 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    62,459 miles
    Test number
    816711565103
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  14. Fail62,459 miles (+1,061)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,459 miles
    Test number
    528751765129
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  15. Pass61,398 miles (+954)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    61,398 miles
    Test number
    909616854189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,444 miles (+1,563)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    60,444 miles
    Test number
    246388453496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,881 miles (+1,796)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    58,881 miles
    Test number
    495139252103
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSmall chip n/s screen

  18. Pass57,085 miles (+921)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    57,085 miles
    Test number
    225718631450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,164 miles (+838)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    56,164 miles
    Test number
    861725340121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass55,326 miles (-20)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    55,326 miles
    Test number
    151473359194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass55,346 miles (+22,459)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    55,346 miles
    Test number
    984033098147
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass32,887 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    32,887 miles
    Test number
    223348706287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL03 SBX

Does LL03 SBX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL03 SBX expired on 11 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL03 SBX?
The MOT on LL03 SBX expired on 11 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL03 SBX done?
LL03 SBX was recorded at 69,457 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2023, an average of 2,183 miles a year.
Has LL03 SBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 SBX has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LL03 SBX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Jun 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL03 SBX find?
LL03 SBX failed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2023 with 5 major defects: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle; front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle, and 2 more.

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