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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,984 cc

LL53 HSOMOT history

LL53 HSO is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 10 Feb 2004. Its MOT is valid until 29 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 135,712 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Aug 2027
Mileage
135,712 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,198 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 HSO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
10 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 HSO was last recorded at 135,712 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,711 miles · 17 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,198 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,712 miles
  • 2025 – 132,722 miles
  • 2024 – 126,599 miles
  • 2023 – 116,725 miles
  • 2022 – 109,894 miles
  • 2021 – 102,260 miles
  • 2020 – 93,338 miles
  • 2019 – 84,816 miles
  • 2018 – 76,592 miles
  • 2017 – 66,656 miles
  • 2016 – 58,322 miles
  • 2015 – 49,887 miles
  • 2014 – 44,924 miles
  • 2013 – 37,303 miles
  • 2012 – 32,891 miles
  • 2011 – 30,047 miles
  • 2010 – 28,060 miles
  • 2009 – 23,488 miles
  • 2008 – 19,389 miles
  • 2007 – 14,710 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,712 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Coil spring corroded all four

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 8 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,712 miles (+1)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    135,712 miles
    Test number
    234727627600
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail135,711 miles (+2,989)4 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,711 miles
    Test number
    338436103267
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • 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))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass132,722 miles (+13)1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    132,722 miles
    Test number
    811646709662
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail132,709 miles (+6,110)11 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,709 miles
    Test number
    867219829604
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • 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 Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre also perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass126,599 miles (+9,874)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    126,599 miles
    Test number
    964656115748
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass116,725 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    116,725 miles
    Test number
    966523026269
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail116,725 miles (+6,831)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,725 miles
    Test number
    411540164345
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass109,894 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    109,894 miles
    Test number
    268284659552
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  9. Fail109,894 miles (+7,634)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,894 miles
    Test number
    289863258322
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  10. Pass102,260 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    102,260 miles
    Test number
    349087895351
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail102,258 miles (+8,920)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,258 miles
    Test number
    674742135733
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass93,338 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    93,338 miles
    Test number
    293850281024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Fail93,338 miles (+8,522)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,338 miles
    Test number
    913542359874
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass84,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    84,816 miles
    Test number
    979326771438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail84,812 miles (+8,220)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,812 miles
    Test number
    332698370678
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  16. Pass76,592 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    76,592 miles
    Test number
    653323971708
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  17. Fail76,592 miles (+9,936)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,592 miles
    Test number
    349194510183
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  18. Pass66,656 miles (+8,334)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    66,656 miles
    Test number
    646779825796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    58,322 miles
    Test number
    245235161290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail58,322 miles (+8,435)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,322 miles
    Test number
    160801621979
    • Repaired at testDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

  21. Pass49,887 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    49,887 miles
    Test number
    612119970994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass49,846 miles (+4,922)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    49,846 miles
    Test number
    405560675127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,924 miles (+7,621)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    44,924 miles
    Test number
    499105034038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass37,303 miles (+4,412)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    37,303 miles
    Test number
    708056533018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass32,891 miles (+2,844)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    32,891 miles
    Test number
    956479932064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass30,047 miles (+1,987)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    30,047 miles
    Test number
    105978031486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,060 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    28,060 miles
    Test number
    204591740086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail28,060 miles (+4,572)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,060 miles
    Test number
    232141340066
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  29. Pass23,488 miles (+4,099)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    23,488 miles
    Test number
    534857839071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass19,389 miles (+4,679)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    19,389 miles
    Test number
    213179938036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass14,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    14,710 miles
    Test number
    290869837077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail14,710 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,710 miles
    Test number
    683469137052
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Questions about LL53 HSO

Does LL53 HSO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 HSO is valid until 29 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL53 HSO?
The MOT on LL53 HSO is valid until 29 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL53 HSO done?
LL53 HSO was recorded at 135,712 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 6,198 miles a year.
Has LL53 HSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 HSO has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LL53 HSO 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 HSO find?
LL53 HSO passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: nearside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged; front coil spring corroded both; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 9 more.

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