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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,984 cc

LL53 ETJMOT history

LL53 ETJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 30 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 81,680 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
81,680 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,518 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 ETJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 ETJ was last recorded at 81,680 miles on 21 May 2026, 3,846 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,834 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,846 miles
Average per year
3,518 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,680 miles
  • 2025 – 77,834 miles
  • 2024 – 74,542 miles
  • 2023 – 73,226 miles
  • 2022 – 69,505 miles
  • 2021 – 69,422 miles
  • 2020 – 68,959 miles
  • 2017 – 65,866 miles
  • 2016 – 61,545 miles
  • 2015 – 57,652 miles
  • 2014 – 51,691 miles
  • 2013 – 45,180 miles
  • 2012 – 39,356 miles
  • 2011 – 36,492 miles
  • 2010 – 26,480 miles
  • 2009 – 22,030 miles
  • 2007 – 17,729 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,680 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre age dated 2003Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner tie rod
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) play in inner tie rod(drumstick)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 22 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,680 miles (+3,846)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    81,680 miles
    Test number
    535212671284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre age dated 2003
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner tie rod
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass77,834 miles (+3,292)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    77,834 miles
    Test number
    812774935323
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre age dated 2003
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) inner tie rod(drumstick)

  3. Pass74,542 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    74,542 miles
    Test number
    101683106635
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre age dated 2003
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) play in inner tie rod(drumstick)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail74,536 miles (+1,310)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,536 miles
    Test number
    152568085419
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp illuminates when brakes applied (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre age dated 2003
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) play in inner tie rod(drumstick)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass73,226 miles (+3,721)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    73,226 miles
    Test number
    130839315951
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass69,505 miles (+83)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    69,505 miles
    Test number
    139254615578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail69,422 miles (+463)1 dangerous5 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,422 miles
    Test number
    650493044937
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside 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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (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))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Loose (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass68,959 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    68,959 miles
    Test number
    335541887237
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail68,959 miles (+3,093)3 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,959 miles
    Test number
    283025870294
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass65,866 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    65,866 miles
    Test number
    303175054547
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on suspension arm (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inside edge
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Fail65,863 miles (+4,318)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,863 miles
    Test number
    820946252105
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on suspension arm (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inside edge
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass61,545 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    61,545 miles
    Test number
    292580001887
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn low inside edge
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail61,545 miles (+3,893)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,545 miles
    Test number
    278295423932
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn low inside edge
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass57,652 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    57,652 miles
    Test number
    667965917945
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail57,652 miles (+5,961)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,652 miles
    Test number
    641868811690
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass51,691 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    51,691 miles
    Test number
    179440084296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn inside edge & is perishing

  17. Fail51,691 miles (+6,511)1 dangerous2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,691 miles
    Test number
    648110784261
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn inside edge & is perishing
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn inside & is perishing

  18. Pass45,180 miles (+5,824)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    45,180 miles
    Test number
    327100773415
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail39,356 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,356 miles
    Test number
    409746582270
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass39,356 miles (+2,864)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    39,356 miles
    Test number
    806606582247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail36,492 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,492 miles
    Test number
    265471911075
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass36,492 miles (+10,012)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    36,492 miles
    Test number
    569391111002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,480 miles (+4,450)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    26,480 miles
    Test number
    222642510080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail22,030 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,030 miles
    Test number
    234187909081
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass22,030 miles (+4,301)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    22,030 miles
    Test number
    341057609078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass17,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    17,729 miles
    Test number
    992405157350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail17,729 miles (+4,037)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,729 miles
    Test number
    361292557398
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror not clearly visible from the drivers seat or incapable of being adjusted to be clearly visible from the driver's seat (8.1.1d)

  28. Pass13,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    13,692 miles
    Test number
    604172827018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 ETJ

Does LL53 ETJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 ETJ is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL53 ETJ?
The MOT on LL53 ETJ is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL53 ETJ done?
LL53 ETJ was recorded at 81,680 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 3,518 miles a year.
Has LL53 ETJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 ETJ has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LL53 ETJ 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 LL53 ETJ find?
LL53 ETJ passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount; nearside rear tyre age dated 2003; offside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount, and 3 more.

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