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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,984 cc

LL53 SFXMOT history

LL53 SFX is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 2 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 2 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 102,331 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 May 2027
Mileage
102,331 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,630 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 SFX
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
2 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 May 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 SFX was last recorded at 102,331 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 4,733 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,598 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,733 miles
Average per year
4,630 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,331 miles
  • 2025 – 97,598 miles
  • 2024 – 92,882 miles
  • 2023 – 90,619 miles
  • 2022 – 84,738 miles
  • 2021 – 77,476 miles
  • 2020 – 77,070 miles
  • 2019 – 75,404 miles
  • 2018 – 70,207 miles
  • 2017 – 64,259 miles
  • 2016 – 60,728 miles
  • 2015 – 56,364 miles
  • 2014 – 51,649 miles
  • 2013 – 46,755 miles
  • 2012 – 42,704 miles
  • 2010 – 36,276 miles
  • 2009 – 29,659 miles
  • 2008 – 22,145 miles
  • 2007 – 17,385 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,331 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 19 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,331 miles (+4,733)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2027
    Odometer
    102,331 miles
    Test number
    454024039805
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Pass97,598 miles (+4,716)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    97,598 miles
    Test number
    774223760972
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass92,882 miles (+2,263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    92,882 miles
    Test number
    348107797374
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass90,619 miles (+5,881)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    90,619 miles
    Test number
    427224961470
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass84,738 miles (+7,262)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    84,738 miles
    Test number
    935486455890
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass77,476 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    77,476 miles
    Test number
    251824989750
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  7. Fail77,471 miles (+401)1 dangerous4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,471 miles
    Test number
    373333934176
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (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))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass77,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    77,070 miles
    Test number
    521148890925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail77,070 miles (+1,666)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,070 miles
    Test number
    857654366257
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass75,404 miles (+5,197)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    75,404 miles
    Test number
    625451390986
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass70,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    70,207 miles
    Test number
    860988811540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail70,207 miles (+5,948)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,207 miles
    Test number
    894876675604
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass64,259 miles (+3,531)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    64,259 miles
    Test number
    356635565479
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass60,728 miles (+4,364)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    60,728 miles
    Test number
    309566229015
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass56,364 miles (+4,715)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    56,364 miles
    Test number
    757875555082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,649 miles (+4,894)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    51,649 miles
    Test number
    119793684082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail46,755 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,755 miles
    Test number
    517314873003
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres slight cracking on tread

  18. Pass46,755 miles (+4,051)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    46,755 miles
    Test number
    628114273040
    • NoteBoth front tyres slight cracking on tread

  19. Pass42,704 miles (+6,428)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    42,704 miles
    Test number
    327044622039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,276 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    36,276 miles
    Test number
    631925560339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail36,276 miles (+6,617)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,276 miles
    Test number
    750866450379
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front An item not tested (Manual)

  22. Pass29,659 miles (+7,514)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    29,659 miles
    Test number
    561894369384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,145 miles (+4,760)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    22,145 miles
    Test number
    202624358390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    17,385 miles
    Test number
    740623857356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 SFX

Does LL53 SFX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL53 SFX is valid until 2 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL53 SFX?
The MOT on LL53 SFX is valid until 2 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 SFX done?
LL53 SFX was recorded at 102,331 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 4,630 miles a year.
Has LL53 SFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 SFX has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on LL53 SFX 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 SFX find?
LL53 SFX passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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