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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,984 cc

LL05 AWUMOT history

LL05 AWU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 4 Aug 2005. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 101,124 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
101,124 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,675 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL05 AWU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
4 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL05 AWU was last recorded at 101,124 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 667 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,457 miles · 15 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
667 miles
Average per year
4,675 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,124 miles
  • 2025 – 100,457 miles
  • 2024 – 99,554 miles
  • 2023 – 99,122 miles
  • 2021 – 98,480 miles
  • 2020 – 84,931 miles
  • 2019 – 78,774 miles
  • 2018 – 73,145 miles
  • 2017 – 65,749 miles
  • 2016 – 58,673 miles
  • 2015 – 51,530 miles
  • 2013 – 41,410 miles
  • 2012 – 36,486 miles
  • 2011 – 31,521 miles
  • 2010 – 27,199 miles
  • 2009 – 22,097 miles
  • 2008 – 16,960 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,124 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 29 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,124 miles (+667)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    101,124 miles
    Test number
    154282077082
    • MinorFront Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass100,457 miles (+903)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    100,457 miles
    Test number
    953938570373
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass99,554 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    99,554 miles
    Test number
    396149986449
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Fail99,554 miles (+432)3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,554 miles
    Test number
    175137167785
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective no image (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced undersill split in 3 places within 30cms mounting (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass99,122 miles (+642)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    99,122 miles
    Test number
    676952276460
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (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 Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass98,480 miles (+7,635)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    98,480 miles
    Test number
    179557389659
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Sill slightly damaged

  7. Pass90,845 miles (+5,914)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    90,845 miles
    Test number
    664072176966
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass84,931 miles (+6,157)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    84,931 miles
    Test number
    352892976214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass78,774 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    78,774 miles
    Test number
    920698080389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail78,774 miles (+5,629)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,774 miles
    Test number
    799987014068
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass73,145 miles (+7,396)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    73,145 miles
    Test number
    888003299571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,749 miles (+7,076)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    65,749 miles
    Test number
    989020009678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,673 miles (+7,143)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    58,673 miles
    Test number
    711676531564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass51,530 miles (+10,120)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    51,530 miles
    Test number
    319131335063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail41,410 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,410 miles
    Test number
    926607213266
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOffside headlamp condensation.

  16. Pass41,410 miles (+4,924)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    41,410 miles
    Test number
    997417113260
    • AdvisoryNearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOffside headlamp condensation.

  17. Pass36,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    36,486 miles
    Test number
    509690132221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail36,486 miles (+4,965)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,486 miles
    Test number
    859530032254
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass31,521 miles (+4,322)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    31,521 miles
    Test number
    398442021254
    • DangerousSuspect fuel filter leaks.
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass27,199 miles (+5,102)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    27,199 miles
    Test number
    993524220257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,097 miles (+5,137)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    22,097 miles
    Test number
    163725299189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    16,960 miles
    Test number
    291011618229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL05 AWU

Does LL05 AWU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL05 AWU is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL05 AWU?
The MOT on LL05 AWU is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL05 AWU done?
LL05 AWU was recorded at 101,124 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 4,675 miles a year.
Has LL05 AWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL05 AWU has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LL05 AWU 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 LL05 AWU find?
LL05 AWU passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps; front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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