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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,390 cc

LM54 AXJMOT history

LM54 AXJ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 4 Feb 2005. Its MOT expired on 17 Feb 2026 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 113,697 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Feb 2026
Mileage
113,697 mi
At MOT on 15 Feb 2025
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,326 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 AXJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
4 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 AXJ was last recorded at 113,697 miles on 15 Feb 2025, 9,869 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
103,828 miles · 14 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
9,869 miles
Average per year
6,326 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 113,697 miles
  • 2024 – 103,828 miles
  • 2023 – 98,319 miles
  • 2022 – 92,161 miles
  • 2021 – 87,265 miles
  • 2020 – 83,368 miles
  • 2019 – 76,229 miles
  • 2018 – 68,182 miles
  • 2017 – 58,706 miles
  • 2016 – 46,419 miles
  • 2015 – 33,895 miles
  • 2014 – 29,025 miles
  • 2013 – 24,243 miles
  • 2012 – 19,591 miles
  • 2011 – 14,728 miles
  • 2010 – 9,016 miles
  • 2009 – 7,370 miles
  • 2008 – 5,764 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,697 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))
  • 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))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,697 miles (+9,869)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    113,697 miles
    Test number
    729054482467
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))
    • 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. Pass103,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    103,828 miles
    Test number
    195431983454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail103,828 miles (+5,509)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,828 miles
    Test number
    420953765713
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass98,319 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    98,319 miles
    Test number
    316020160160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail98,319 miles (+6,158)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,319 miles
    Test number
    148398314076
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn BIG BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BIG BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass92,161 miles (+4,896)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    92,161 miles
    Test number
    275097395933
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass87,265 miles (+3,897)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    87,265 miles
    Test number
    839855582759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,368 miles (+7,139)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    83,368 miles
    Test number
    714793081473
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated PINHOLE (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass76,229 miles (+8,047)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    76,229 miles
    Test number
    706570378788
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass68,182 miles (+9,476)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    68,182 miles
    Test number
    196346615870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,706 miles (+12,287)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    58,706 miles
    Test number
    105020134332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,419 miles (+12,524)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    46,419 miles
    Test number
    281608278488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass33,895 miles (+4,870)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    33,895 miles
    Test number
    138633345080
    • NoteEngine has an oil leak
    • NoteNearside rear seatbelt not fully inspected as child seat fitted
    • NoteOffside front indicator lens cracked
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on the inner edge

  14. Pass29,025 miles (+4,782)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    29,025 miles
    Test number
    349399644036
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Pass24,243 miles (+4,652)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    24,243 miles
    Test number
    607019643079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass19,591 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    19,591 miles
    Test number
    255112732006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail19,591 miles (+4,863)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,591 miles
    Test number
    836092632090
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass14,728 miles (+5,712)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    14,728 miles
    Test number
    306297221035
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteMisting of oil around engine & gearbox

  19. Pass9,016 miles (+1,646)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    9,016 miles
    Test number
    652890420093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass7,370 miles (+1,606)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    7,370 miles
    Test number
    572394619062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass5,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    5,764 miles
    Test number
    960524328098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 AXJ

Does LM54 AXJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 AXJ expired on 17 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 AXJ?
The MOT on LM54 AXJ expired on 17 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 AXJ done?
LM54 AXJ was recorded at 113,697 miles at its MOT on 15 Feb 2025, an average of 6,326 miles a year.
Has LM54 AXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 AXJ has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LM54 AXJ 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 LM54 AXJ find?
LM54 AXJ passed its latest MOT on 15 Feb 2025 with 3 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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