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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LL52 AXTMOT history

LL52 AXT is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 30 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 78,109 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
78,109 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,989 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL52 AXT
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
30 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL52 AXT was last recorded at 78,109 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 2,332 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,777 miles · 24 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,332 miles
Average per year
2,989 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,109 miles
  • 2025 – 75,777 miles
  • 2024 – 73,023 miles
  • 2023 – 70,190 miles
  • 2022 – 66,909 miles
  • 2021 – 64,701 miles
  • 2020 – 62,193 miles
  • 2019 – 61,417 miles
  • 2018 – 60,376 miles
  • 2017 – 59,312 miles
  • 2016 – 57,347 miles
  • 2015 – 53,417 miles
  • 2014 – 48,375 miles
  • 2013 – 45,092 miles
  • 2012 – 42,215 miles
  • 2011 – 39,360 miles
  • 2010 – 35,838 miles
  • 2009 – 31,726 miles
  • 2008 – 28,087 miles
  • 2007 – 23,161 miles
  • 2006 – 17,362 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,109 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 25 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,109 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    78,109 miles
    Test number
    536404837969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail78,109 miles (+2,332)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,109 miles
    Test number
    131187985056
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass75,777 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    75,777 miles
    Test number
    650285589617
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail75,777 miles (+2,754)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,777 miles
    Test number
    446351229996
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass73,023 miles (+2,833)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    73,023 miles
    Test number
    398523512457
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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))
  6. Pass70,190 miles1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    70,190 miles
    Test number
    387868050029
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  7. Fail70,190 miles (+3,281)3 major1 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,190 miles
    Test number
    131134919695
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass66,909 miles (+2,208)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    66,909 miles
    Test number
    600005767733
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Petrol tank strap corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass64,701 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    64,701 miles
    Test number
    225338513406
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four coil springs have corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement antiroll bar d rubbers slight worn nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps have a product on the lenses (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill into wheel arch has corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear petrol tank strap has corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear flexible brake hoses have corrosion to the ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  10. Fail64,701 miles (+2,508)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,701 miles
    Test number
    133187143841
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt track rod end rubber boot split open leaking grease (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four coil springs have corrosion (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement antiroll bar d rubbers slight worn nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps have a product on the lenses (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened brake disc has corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill into wheel arch has corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear petrol tank strap has corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear flexible brake hoses have corrosion to the ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  11. Pass62,193 miles (+776)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    62,193 miles
    Test number
    899277434465
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake hose ferrels becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s track rod end slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn to 3mm
    • AdvisoryVehicle becoming corroded
  12. Pass61,417 miles (+1,041)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    61,417 miles
    Test number
    301368179631
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryAll coil springs becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust becoming corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn to 3mm
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to o/s/r brake disc
    • AdvisoryVehicle becoming corroded
  13. Pass60,376 miles (+1,064)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    60,376 miles
    Test number
    368836391124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion appearing in nsr and osr inner sill areas
  14. Pass59,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    59,312 miles
    Test number
    391771250595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail59,312 miles (+1,965)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,312 miles
    Test number
    476261032508
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  16. Pass57,347 miles (+3,930)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    57,347 miles
    Test number
    467805839976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,417 miles (+5,042)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    53,417 miles
    Test number
    395406375062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    48,375 miles
    Test number
    307863084087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail48,375 miles (+3,283)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,375 miles
    Test number
    395023884019
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
  20. Pass45,092 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    45,092 miles
    Test number
    248269273058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail45,092 miles (+2,877)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,092 miles
    Test number
    675739373026
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
  22. Fail42,215 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,215 miles
    Test number
    167541982423
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
  23. Pass42,215 miles (+2,855)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    42,215 miles
    Test number
    675291982067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass39,360 miles (+3,522)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    39,360 miles
    Test number
    609587171035
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass35,838 miles (+4,112)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    35,838 miles
    Test number
    551082880007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass31,726 miles (+3,639)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    31,726 miles
    Test number
    902047979023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,087 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    28,087 miles
    Test number
    161021188471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail28,087 miles (+4,926)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,087 miles
    Test number
    830111588016
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
  29. Pass23,161 miles (+5,799)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    23,161 miles
    Test number
    310522467097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass17,362 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    17,362 miles
    Test number
    152034186017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL52 AXT

Does LL52 AXT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL52 AXT is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL52 AXT?
The MOT on LL52 AXT is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL52 AXT done?
LL52 AXT was recorded at 78,109 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 2,989 miles a year.
Has LL52 AXT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL52 AXT has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LL52 AXT 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 LL52 AXT find?
LL52 AXT passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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