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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,596 cc

LL53 EXEMOT history

LL53 EXE is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 23 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 1 Aug 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 118,568 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Aug 2024
Mileage
118,568 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2024
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,055 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 EXE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LL53 EXE was last recorded at 118,568 miles on 20 Jul 2024, 1,654 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,914 miles · 2 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
1,654 miles
Average per year
6,055 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 118,568 miles
  • 2023 – 116,914 miles
  • 2022 – 113,423 miles
  • 2021 – 106,807 miles
  • 2019 – 100,329 miles
  • 2018 – 95,854 miles
  • 2017 – 89,135 miles
  • 2016 – 82,890 miles
  • 2015 – 76,518 miles
  • 2014 – 71,358 miles
  • 2013 – 64,182 miles
  • 2012 – 56,459 miles
  • 2011 – 49,292 miles
  • 2010 – 39,477 miles
  • 2009 – 32,367 miles
  • 2008 – 23,295 miles
  • 2007 – 12,492 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail118,568 miles
  • 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))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both main brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear worn to 3mm and worn on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front tyre worn to 3mm and worn on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail118,568 miles (+1,654)11 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,568 miles
    Test number
    652151428150
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both main brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass116,914 miles (+3,491)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    116,914 miles
    Test number
    658737157168
    • AdvisoryFront brake hose starting to perish
    • AdvisoryHead lights poor (dim)
    • AdvisoryNear side rear brake calliper return spring missing
    • AdvisoryRear brake hose to calliper corroding on rear axle

  3. Pass113,423 miles (+6,616)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    113,423 miles
    Test number
    578986910078
    • AdvisoryEmissions border line on idle
    • AdvisoryOff side hand brake effort low

  4. Pass106,807 miles (+6,478)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    106,807 miles
    Test number
    569365065333
    • AdvisoryNear side rear brake slight bind
    • AdvisoryRear brake imbalance border line

  5. Pass100,329 miles (+4,475)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    100,329 miles
    Test number
    666362305340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass95,854 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    95,854 miles
    Test number
    742550267488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail95,851 miles (+6,716)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,851 miles
    Test number
    105438075926
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNear side park brake low effort

  8. Pass89,135 miles (+6,245)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    89,135 miles
    Test number
    527306072086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,890 miles (+16)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    82,890 miles
    Test number
    450103824401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear worn to 3mm and worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn to 3mm and worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Fail82,874 miles (+6,356)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,874 miles
    Test number
    224681475436
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear worn to 3mm and worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn to 3mm and worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass76,518 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    76,518 miles
    Test number
    957324995140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail76,454 miles (+5,096)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,454 miles
    Test number
    745504785113
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  13. Pass71,358 miles (+7,176)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    71,358 miles
    Test number
    235904684487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,182 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    64,182 miles
    Test number
    117006383153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail64,153 miles (+419)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,153 miles
    Test number
    575594283118
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  16. Fail63,734 miles (+7,275)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,734 miles
    Test number
    558008053185
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass56,459 miles (+7,167)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    56,459 miles
    Test number
    129618932122
    • NoteAirbag warning light is on indicating a fault
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket is broken
    • NoteTyres tread is wearing out of shape

  18. Pass49,292 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2012
    Odometer
    49,292 miles
    Test number
    967866931179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail49,283 miles (+9,806)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,283 miles
    Test number
    306423031172
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NoteEPC light on

  20. Fail39,477 miles1 repaired5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,477 miles
    Test number
    342631940086
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAirbag warning light is on indicating a fault
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are wearing on the inner edges
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket poor condition
    • NoteEpc light is on indicting a afault

  21. Pass39,477 miles (+7,110)5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    39,477 miles
    Test number
    632531740096
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAirbag warning light is on indicating a fault
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are wearing on the inner edges
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket poor condition
    • NoteEpc light is on indicting a afault

  22. Pass32,367 miles (+9,072)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    32,367 miles
    Test number
    951640249082
    • NoteAirbag warning light is on showing a fault

  23. Pass23,295 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    23,295 miles
    Test number
    891475828008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail23,295 miles (+10,803)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,295 miles
    Test number
    740203428097
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight damage to outer wall of offside front tyre

  25. Pass12,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    12,492 miles
    Test number
    890702317018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 EXE

Does LL53 EXE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL53 EXE expired on 1 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL53 EXE?
The MOT on LL53 EXE expired on 1 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL53 EXE done?
LL53 EXE was recorded at 118,568 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2024, an average of 6,055 miles a year.
Has LL53 EXE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 EXE has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LL53 EXE 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 EXE find?
LL53 EXE failed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2024 with 11 major defects, 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 18 more.

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