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Volkswagen Beetle

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,596 cc

LM04 HFAMOT history

LM04 HFA is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 19 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 23 Apr 2022 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 108,029 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Apr 2022
Mileage
108,029 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2022
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,569 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM04 HFA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
19 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Apr 2022
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM04 HFA was last recorded at 108,029 miles on 25 Apr 2022, 3,229 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,800 miles · 24 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
3,229 miles
Average per year
4,569 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 108,029 miles
  • 2021 – 104,800 miles
  • 2020 – 102,735 miles
  • 2019 – 94,419 miles
  • 2018 – 90,377 miles
  • 2017 – 83,946 miles
  • 2016 – 79,817 miles
  • 2015 – 79,540 miles
  • 2014 – 78,366 miles
  • 2013 – 72,924 miles
  • 2012 – 68,927 miles
  • 2011 – 65,496 miles
  • 2010 – 62,404 miles
  • 2009 – 57,548 miles
  • 2007 – 39,463 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail108,029 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • 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))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance lens missing (1.4.A.2e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm the legal limit is 1.6mm,tyre also badly perished on outer sidewall (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front seat belt clasp damaged but working as intended

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 23 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail108,029 miles (+3,229)7 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,029 miles
    Test number
    236631554892
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass104,800 miles (+2,065)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    104,800 miles
    Test number
    943651873709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass102,735 miles (+8,316)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    102,735 miles
    Test number
    749145678795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass94,419 miles (+4,042)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    94,419 miles
    Test number
    223364736570
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective on center silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass90,377 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    90,377 miles
    Test number
    588670277077
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryExhaust center hanger detached
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance lens missing (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm, Smooth inner shoulder (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm the legal limit is 1.6mm,tyre also badly perished on outer sidewall (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt clasp damaged but working as intended
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner brake pad retaining spring not fitted correctley

  6. Fail90,377 miles (+6,431)5 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,377 miles
    Test number
    530302955680
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged badly split (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) insecure whole unit pulls out (securing bolts missing) (1.1.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance lens missing (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm the legal limit is 1.6mm,tyre also badly perished on outer sidewall (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt clasp damaged but working as intended
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner brake pad retaining spring not fitted correctley
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust securing clamp/bracket come away from welds (system still supported okay)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

  7. Pass83,946 miles (+4,129)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    83,946 miles
    Test number
    529591295168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass79,817 miles (+277)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    79,817 miles
    Test number
    988603176503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass79,540 miles (+1,174)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    79,540 miles
    Test number
    708969215193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass78,366 miles (+5,442)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    78,366 miles
    Test number
    425040624139
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass72,924 miles (+3,997)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    72,924 miles
    Test number
    746752193055
    • NoteAIR BAG LIGHT ON

  12. Pass68,927 miles (+3,431)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    68,927 miles
    Test number
    198558282039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Pass65,496 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    65,496 miles
    Test number
    456811281037
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

  14. Fail65,496 miles (+3,092)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,496 miles
    Test number
    279630381056
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

  15. Pass62,404 miles (+4,856)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    62,404 miles
    Test number
    592950960058
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass57,548 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    57,548 miles
    Test number
    100422269486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail57,547 miles (+18,084)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,547 miles
    Test number
    844531869026
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass39,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2008
    Odometer
    39,463 miles
    Test number
    722933617172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM04 HFA

Does LM04 HFA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM04 HFA expired on 23 Apr 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM04 HFA?
The MOT on LM04 HFA expired on 23 Apr 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM04 HFA done?
LM04 HFA was recorded at 108,029 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2022, an average of 4,569 miles a year.
Has LM04 HFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM04 HFA has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on LM04 HFA 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 LM04 HFA find?
LM04 HFA failed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2022 with 7 major defects and 1 minor defect: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 5 more.

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