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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,595 cc

LL05 KGUMOT history

LL05 KGU is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 19 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 78,730 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
78,730 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,808 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL05 KGU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL05 KGU was last recorded at 78,730 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,724 miles · 13 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
3,808 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,730 miles
  • 2025 – 66,653 miles
  • 2024 – 62,897 miles
  • 2023 – 58,121 miles
  • 2022 – 51,657 miles
  • 2021 – 48,678 miles
  • 2020 – 44,614 miles
  • 2019 – 39,581 miles
  • 2018 – 33,598 miles
  • 2017 – 27,164 miles
  • 2016 – 22,169 miles
  • 2015 – 20,195 miles
  • 2014 – 18,889 miles
  • 2013 – 17,282 miles
  • 2011 – 13,946 miles
  • 2010 – 12,479 miles
  • 2008 – 10,718 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,730 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,730 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    78,730 miles
    Test number
    373410822208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail78,724 miles (+12,071)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,724 miles
    Test number
    556456584552
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass66,653 miles (+3,756)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    66,653 miles
    Test number
    372194200000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass62,897 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    62,897 miles
    Test number
    489810193072
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail62,895 miles (+4,774)1 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,895 miles
    Test number
    176798729284
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass58,121 miles (+6,464)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    58,121 miles
    Test number
    378900243048
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass51,657 miles (+2,979)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    51,657 miles
    Test number
    837175974955
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass48,678 miles (+4,064)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    48,678 miles
    Test number
    435046570589
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryWipers smeary

  9. Pass44,614 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    44,614 miles
    Test number
    491373902806
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer cv gaiter slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in upper front top mounts

  10. Fail44,612 miles (+5,031)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,612 miles
    Test number
    713078745415
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer cv gaiter slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight play in upper front top mounts

  11. Pass39,581 miles (+5,983)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    39,581 miles
    Test number
    547524742035
    • AdvisoryCentral stop lamp dim operation
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play to limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer cv gaiter deteriorated

  12. Pass33,598 miles (+6,434)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    33,598 miles
    Test number
    799406949913
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on outer edge.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly perishing.

  13. Pass27,164 miles (+91)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    27,164 miles
    Test number
    447975940801
    • AdvisoryNearside and Offside Front tyres worn on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn outer edge

  14. Fail27,073 miles (+4,904)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,073 miles
    Test number
    637264805038
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside and Offside Front tyres worn on inner and outer edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn outer edge

  15. Pass22,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    22,169 miles
    Test number
    503292117620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail22,169 miles (+1,974)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,169 miles
    Test number
    980456196686
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass20,195 miles (+1,306)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    20,195 miles
    Test number
    887730085114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,889 miles (+1,607)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    18,889 miles
    Test number
    226065184114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass17,282 miles (+3,336)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    17,282 miles
    Test number
    119761473193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass13,946 miles (+1,467)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    13,946 miles
    Test number
    998679681175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass12,479 miles (+1,761)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    12,479 miles
    Test number
    353127090190
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAll road tyres cracking between treads.

  22. Pass10,718 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    10,718 miles
    Test number
    761286358129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about LL05 KGU

Does LL05 KGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL05 KGU is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL05 KGU?
The MOT on LL05 KGU is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL05 KGU done?
LL05 KGU was recorded at 78,730 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 3,808 miles a year.
Has LL05 KGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL05 KGU has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LL05 KGU 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 KGU find?
LL05 KGU passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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