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Volkswagen Beetle

White · Petrol · 2015 · 1,197 cc

LM15 SBOMOT history

LM15 SBO is a white petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 21 Apr 2015. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 9 of 10 MOT tests, with 81,911 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

LM15 SBO white Volkswagen Beetle – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
81,911 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
10
9 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,968 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM15 SBO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
21 Apr 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM15 SBO was last recorded at 81,911 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 4,599 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,312 miles · 3 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,599 miles
Average per year
6,968 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,911 miles
  • 2025 – 77,312 miles
  • 2024 – 72,309 miles
  • 2023 – 64,981 miles
  • 2022 – 58,618 miles
  • 2021 – 53,875 miles
  • 2020 – 47,721 miles
  • 2019 – 38,271 miles
  • 2018 – 26,323 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,911 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light n/s/f door mirror indicator cracked but not effecting light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 3 Apr 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,911 miles (+4,599)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    81,911 miles
    Test number
    181580156566
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light n/s/f door mirror indicator cracked but not effecting light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (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))
  2. Pass77,312 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    77,312 miles
    Test number
    785370917599
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  3. Fail77,312 miles (+5,003)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,312 miles
    Test number
    132792743923
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  4. Pass72,309 miles (+7,328)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    72,309 miles
    Test number
    950682740234
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  5. Pass64,981 miles (+6,363)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    64,981 miles
    Test number
    124732801684
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass58,618 miles (+4,743)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    58,618 miles
    Test number
    105552203092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass53,875 miles (+6,154)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    53,875 miles
    Test number
    186684694716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass47,721 miles (+9,450)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    47,721 miles
    Test number
    171384227504
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres deteriorating
  9. Pass38,271 miles (+11,948)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    38,271 miles
    Test number
    749964950654
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass26,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    26,323 miles
    Test number
    944519065508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM15 SBO

Does LM15 SBO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM15 SBO is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM15 SBO?
The MOT on LM15 SBO is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM15 SBO done?
LM15 SBO was recorded at 81,911 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 6,968 miles a year.
Has LM15 SBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM15 SBO has failed 1 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LM15 SBO 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 LM15 SBO find?
LM15 SBO passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside front direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light n/s/f door mirror indicator cracked but not effecting light; offside rear rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light, and 3 more.

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