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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LM03 XCVMOT history

LM03 XCV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 14 May 2024 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 111,758 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 14 May 2024
Mileage
111,758 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2023
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,701 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 XCV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 May 2024
Latest MOT test
15 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 XCV was last recorded at 111,758 miles on 15 May 2023, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,745 miles · 31 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
4,701 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 111,758 miles
  • 2022 – 111,745 miles
  • 2021 – 108,595 miles
  • 2020 – 108,493 miles
  • 2017 – 107,217 miles
  • 2015 – 104,232 miles
  • 2014 – 99,543 miles
  • 2013 – 96,411 miles
  • 2012 – 93,287 miles
  • 2011 – 87,822 miles
  • 2010 – 75,821 miles
  • 2009 – 64,851 miles
  • 2008 – 55,045 miles
  • 2007 – 41,454 miles
  • 2006 – 32,350 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,758 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake servo hose deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

19 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,758 miles (+13)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    111,758 miles
    Test number
    430161705205
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail111,745 miles (+3,150)6 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,745 miles
    Test number
    991920109204
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chalked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chalked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chalked and outer (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive side shaft (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass108,595 miles (+102)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    108,595 miles
    Test number
    638720848567
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo hose deteriorating

  4. Pass108,493 miles (+1,276)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    108,493 miles
    Test number
    333784156976
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin very low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake servo hose deteriorating

  5. Pass107,217 miles (+2,985)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    107,217 miles
    Test number
    337308351560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass104,232 miles (+4,689)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    104,232 miles
    Test number
    572847848993
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust leak
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracking and low on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre flat, cracking and low on edges

  7. Pass99,543 miles (+3,132)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    99,543 miles
    Test number
    438412204297
    • NoteLed bulb out in high level brake light
    • NotePlay in o/s/f steering arm

  8. Pass96,411 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    96,411 miles
    Test number
    198679053222
    • NoteNearside rear shock weeping

  9. Fail96,411 miles (+3,124)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,411 miles
    Test number
    345355653261
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine managment light on
    • NoteNearside rear shock weeping

  10. Pass93,287 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    93,287 miles
    Test number
    646134052298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail93,287 miles (+5,465)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,287 miles
    Test number
    235184452244
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass87,822 miles (+12,001)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    87,822 miles
    Test number
    557819451232
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  13. Pass75,821 miles (+10,970)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    75,821 miles
    Test number
    284023840232
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass64,851 miles (+9,806)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    64,851 miles
    Test number
    261444339271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    55,045 miles
    Test number
    644847248285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail55,045 miles (+13,591)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,045 miles
    Test number
    991792848209
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass41,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    41,454 miles
    Test number
    893012077119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail41,454 miles (+9,104)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,454 miles
    Test number
    232176667129
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount weld split

  19. Pass32,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    32,350 miles
    Test number
    194204076197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 XCV

Does LM03 XCV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 XCV expired on 14 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 XCV?
The MOT on LM03 XCV expired on 14 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 XCV done?
LM03 XCV was recorded at 111,758 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2023, an average of 4,701 miles a year.
Has LM03 XCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 XCV has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LM03 XCV 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 LM03 XCV find?
LM03 XCV passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2023 with 6 advisories: nearside rear lower integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front lower integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, and 3 more.

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