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Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc

LM09 SOCMOT history

LM09 SOC is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 29 May 2009. Its MOT expired on 30 Sept 2025 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 111,365 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Sept 2025
Mileage
111,365 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2024
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,911 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM09 SOC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 May 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM09 SOC was last recorded at 111,365 miles on 1 Oct 2024, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,356 miles · 17 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
6,911 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 111,365 miles
  • 2023 – 98,749 miles
  • 2022 – 94,605 miles
  • 2021 – 88,809 miles
  • 2020 – 81,608 miles
  • 2019 – 73,781 miles
  • 2018 – 66,286 miles
  • 2017 – 62,174 miles
  • 2016 – 56,580 miles
  • 2015 – 50,968 miles
  • 2014 – 42,253 miles
  • 2013 – 34,595 miles
  • 2012 – 26,054 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,365 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 25 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,365 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    111,365 miles
    Test number
    757843573403
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail111,356 miles (+12,607)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,356 miles
    Test number
    337053315037
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both side (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass98,749 miles (+4,144)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    98,749 miles
    Test number
    256138802030
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass94,605 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    94,605 miles
    Test number
    319185765458
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail94,605 miles (+5,796)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,605 miles
    Test number
    247509424546
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass88,809 miles (+7,201)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    88,809 miles
    Test number
    427901663183
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  7. Pass81,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    81,608 miles
    Test number
    225720151667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail81,608 miles (+7,827)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,608 miles
    Test number
    284562254774
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f inner wing panel insecure

  9. Pass73,781 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    73,781 miles
    Test number
    583545770228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3.0 mm and bald on inner edge 205/55 x 16 91 v (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail73,781 miles (+7,495)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,781 miles
    Test number
    447447106056
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3.0 mm and bald on inner edge 205/55 x 16 91 v (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass66,286 miles (+4,112)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    66,286 miles
    Test number
    857680530581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass62,174 miles (+5,594)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    62,174 miles
    Test number
    678780526092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass56,580 miles (+5,612)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    56,580 miles
    Test number
    982203836771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,968 miles (+8,715)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    50,968 miles
    Test number
    249076445117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,253 miles (+7,658)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    42,253 miles
    Test number
    569753824157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,595 miles (+8,541)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    34,595 miles
    Test number
    137540233129
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking up
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  17. Pass26,054 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    26,054 miles
    Test number
    147490952179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail25,992 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,992 miles
    Test number
    169056742192
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LM09 SOC

Does LM09 SOC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM09 SOC expired on 30 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM09 SOC?
The MOT on LM09 SOC expired on 30 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM09 SOC done?
LM09 SOC was recorded at 111,365 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2024, an average of 6,911 miles a year.
Has LM09 SOC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM09 SOC has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LM09 SOC 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 LM09 SOC find?
LM09 SOC passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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