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White · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LM03 WLAMOT history

LM03 WLA is a white petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 24 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 7 Jun 2025 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 89,177 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Jun 2025
Mileage
89,177 mi
At MOT on 8 Jun 2024
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 WLA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 WLA was last recorded at 89,177 miles on 8 Jun 2024, 302 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Apr 2007: 41,152 miles, lower than 327,161 miles on 8 Apr 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
88,875 miles · 22 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
302 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 89,177 miles
  • 2021 – 88,875 miles
  • 2019 – 81,566 miles
  • 2018 – 74,925 miles
  • 2017 – 69,693 miles
  • 2016 – 63,160 miles
  • 2015 – 59,831 miles
  • 2014 – 56,944 miles
  • 2013 – 54,133 miles
  • 2012 – 53,057 miles
  • 2011 – 51,004 miles
  • 2010 – 49,390 miles
  • 2009 – 46,961 miles
  • 2008 – 44,082 miles
  • 2007 – 41,152 miles
  • 2006 – 327,161 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,177 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside + nearside. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside + nearside. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear tyre deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 8 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,177 miles (+302)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    89,177 miles
    Test number
    511589833627
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside + nearside. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside + nearside. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass88,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    88,875 miles
    Test number
    720216535360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail88,875 miles (+7,309)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,875 miles
    Test number
    847975728331
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass81,566 miles (+6,641)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    81,566 miles
    Test number
    397763472055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass74,925 miles (+5,232)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    74,925 miles
    Test number
    795023786223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass69,693 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    69,693 miles
    Test number
    252553965004
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre deteriorated
  7. Fail69,658 miles (+6,498)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,658 miles
    Test number
    375453716283
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  8. Pass63,160 miles (+3,329)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    63,160 miles
    Test number
    666719333295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass59,831 miles (+2,887)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    59,831 miles
    Test number
    556476735208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,944 miles (+2,811)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    56,944 miles
    Test number
    198201084270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,133 miles (+1,076)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    54,133 miles
    Test number
    628867053238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,057 miles (+2,053)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    53,057 miles
    Test number
    735382852236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,004 miles (+1,614)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    51,004 miles
    Test number
    697205351206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,390 miles (+2,429)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    49,390 miles
    Test number
    823294110178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,961 miles (+2,879)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    46,961 miles
    Test number
    244815819138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,082 miles (+2,930)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    44,082 miles
    Test number
    284879608118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,152 miles (-286,009)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    41,152 miles
    Test number
    100938517196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  18. Pass327,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    327,161 miles
    Test number
    753598196023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 WLA

Does LM03 WLA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 WLA expired on 7 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 WLA?
The MOT on LM03 WLA expired on 7 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 WLA done?
LM03 WLA was recorded at 89,177 miles at its MOT on 8 Jun 2024.
Has LM03 WLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 WLA has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on LM03 WLA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Apr 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM03 WLA find?
LM03 WLA passed its latest MOT on 8 Jun 2024 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside + nearside.; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside + nearside..

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