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Volkswagen Beetle

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LL04 NHDMOT history

LL04 NHD is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 30 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 27 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 72,920 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Mar 2027
Mileage
72,920 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,584 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL04 NHD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL04 NHD was last recorded at 72,920 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Aug 2010: 18,258 miles, lower than 39,352 miles on 1 Sept 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,898 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
2,584 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,920 miles
  • 2025 – 72,898 miles
  • 2024 – 72,536 miles
  • 2023 – 72,167 miles
  • 2022 – 71,352 miles
  • 2021 – 69,572 miles
  • 2020 – 67,175 miles
  • 2019 – 63,872 miles
  • 2018 – 60,030 miles
  • 2017 – 57,833 miles
  • 2016 – 56,958 miles
  • 2015 – 55,841 miles
  • 2014 – 54,268 miles
  • 2012 – 53,159 miles
  • 2011 – 48,725 miles
  • 2010 – 42,282 miles
  • 2009 – 39,352 miles
  • 2008 – 31,799 miles
  • 2007 – 24,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,920 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019

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 Rear tyre perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,920 miles (+22)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    72,920 miles
    Test number
    980277998098
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass72,898 miles (+362)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    72,898 miles
    Test number
    758810327025
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gear box. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass72,536 miles (+369)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    72,536 miles
    Test number
    853351901591
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass72,167 miles (+815)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    72,167 miles
    Test number
    168454351292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass71,352 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    71,352 miles
    Test number
    217461010118
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail71,352 miles (+1,780)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,352 miles
    Test number
    355144487939
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass69,572 miles (+2,397)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    69,572 miles
    Test number
    203153109060
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass67,175 miles (+3,303)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    67,175 miles
    Test number
    464002811239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass63,872 miles (+3,842)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    63,872 miles
    Test number
    154315948811
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass60,030 miles (+2,197)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    60,030 miles
    Test number
    993284860553
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyres sdidewall cracked

  11. Pass57,833 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    57,833 miles
    Test number
    658409317272
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished

  12. Fail57,833 miles (+875)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,833 miles
    Test number
    150180894347
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously obscured affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished

  13. Pass56,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    56,958 miles
    Test number
    298475124431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail56,958 miles (+1,117)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,958 miles
    Test number
    344582256007
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass55,841 miles (+1,573)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    55,841 miles
    Test number
    526061745086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteExhaust system deteriated

  16. Pass54,268 miles (+1,109)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    54,268 miles
    Test number
    866752944034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,159 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    53,159 miles
    Test number
    505124742262
    • NoteO/s/f tyre small cut in tred

  18. Fail53,159 miles (+4,434)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,159 miles
    Test number
    226754342232
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/r slight brake bind
    • NoteO/s/f tyre small cut in tred

  19. Pass48,725 miles (+6,443)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    48,725 miles
    Test number
    318583341202
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAdvise change both front wiper blades

  20. Pass42,282 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    42,282 miles
    Test number
    664639530260
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades split

  21. Fail18,258 miles (-21,094)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,258 miles
    Test number
    734829530214
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades split

  22. Pass39,352 miles (+7,553)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    39,352 miles
    Test number
    454104549224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,799 miles (+838)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    31,799 miles
    Test number
    983276548284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,961 miles (+6,510)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    30,961 miles
    Test number
    173388478195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,451 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    24,451 miles
    Test number
    480801577196
    • 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)

Questions about LL04 NHD

Does LL04 NHD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL04 NHD is valid until 27 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL04 NHD?
The MOT on LL04 NHD is valid until 27 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL04 NHD done?
LL04 NHD was recorded at 72,920 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 2,584 miles a year.
Has LL04 NHD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL04 NHD has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LL04 NHD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Aug 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL04 NHD find?
LL04 NHD passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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