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Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

LM52 FCUMOT history

LM52 FCU is a grey petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 8 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 16 Apr 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 176,411 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Apr 2024
Mileage
176,411 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,401 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 FCU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
8 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 FCU was last recorded at 176,411 miles on 17 Apr 2023, 5,861 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,550 miles · 14 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
5,861 miles
Average per year
9,401 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 176,411 miles
  • 2022 – 170,550 miles
  • 2021 – 169,915 miles
  • 2020 – 163,343 miles
  • 2019 – 151,633 miles
  • 2018 – 142,543 miles
  • 2017 – 132,245 miles
  • 2015 – 121,385 miles
  • 2014 – 110,450 miles
  • 2013 – 103,043 miles
  • 2012 – 93,054 miles
  • 2011 – 80,338 miles
  • 2010 – 68,850 miles
  • 2009 – 57,152 miles
  • 2008 – 39,405 miles
  • 2007 – 27,649 miles
  • 2006 – 14,483 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,411 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,411 miles (+5,861)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    176,411 miles
    Test number
    888435978161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass170,550 miles (+635)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    170,550 miles
    Test number
    855542132285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail169,915 miles (+6,572)5 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,915 miles
    Test number
    710806032737
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass163,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    163,343 miles
    Test number
    692940267533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail163,343 miles (+11,710)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,343 miles
    Test number
    840662159704
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake cable insecure (1.1.15 (c))

  6. Pass151,633 miles (+9,090)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    151,633 miles
    Test number
    688267656699
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass142,543 miles (+10,298)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    142,543 miles
    Test number
    249346674610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass132,245 miles (+10,860)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    132,245 miles
    Test number
    739676730066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass121,385 miles (+10,935)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    121,385 miles
    Test number
    174139056688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass110,450 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    110,450 miles
    Test number
    316049604476
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFRONT INNER BRAKE DISCS WORN...

  11. Fail110,450 miles (+7,407)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,450 miles
    Test number
    967359004214
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFRONT INNER BRAKE DISCS WORN...

  12. Pass103,043 miles (+9,989)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    103,043 miles
    Test number
    718631493262
    • NoteOFFSIDE DOOR MIRROR DAMAGED...
    • NoteREAR BRAKE PADS AT 4MM...

  13. Pass93,054 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    93,054 miles
    Test number
    339595972426
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Fail93,054 miles (+12,716)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,054 miles
    Test number
    795335172200
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass80,338 miles (+11,488)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    80,338 miles
    Test number
    697178391263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass68,850 miles (+11,698)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    68,850 miles
    Test number
    362699050473
    • NoteBoth rear tyres feathering on inner edges
    • NoteOil misting on gear box
    • NoteVarious small cuts in all tyres

  17. Pass57,152 miles (+17,747)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    57,152 miles
    Test number
    753756539288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    39,405 miles
    Test number
    162590648182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail39,405 miles (+11,756)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,405 miles
    Test number
    903850948136
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  20. Pass27,649 miles (+13,166)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    27,649 miles
    Test number
    841340937111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass14,483 miles (+462)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    14,483 miles
    Test number
    362234646134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,021 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    14,021 miles
    Test number
    233297106078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail14,021 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,021 miles
    Test number
    501317806012
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about LM52 FCU

Does LM52 FCU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 FCU expired on 16 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 FCU?
The MOT on LM52 FCU expired on 16 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 FCU done?
LM52 FCU was recorded at 176,411 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2023, an average of 9,401 miles a year.
Has LM52 FCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 FCU has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LM52 FCU 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 LM52 FCU find?
LM52 FCU passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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