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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LO04 CLFMOT history

LO04 CLF is a blue diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 30 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 167,434 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
167,434 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,122 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO04 CLF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO04 CLF was last recorded at 167,434 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 2,357 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,077 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,357 miles
Average per year
6,122 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,434 miles
  • 2025 – 165,077 miles
  • 2024 – 160,739 miles
  • 2023 – 159,300 miles
  • 2022 – 153,893 miles
  • 2021 – 148,367 miles
  • 2020 – 142,824 miles
  • 2019 – 137,340 miles
  • 2018 – 131,026 miles
  • 2017 – 125,556 miles
  • 2016 – 121,584 miles
  • 2015 – 117,524 miles
  • 2014 – 108,252 miles
  • 2013 – 100,092 miles
  • 2012 – 86,712 miles
  • 2011 – 83,221 miles
  • 2010 – 79,982 miles
  • 2009 – 77,308 miles
  • 2008 – 68,760 miles
  • 2007 – 50,593 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,434 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer cv gaiter secured with hose clip
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer has a hole and corroded (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFuel tank support straps corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Under covers fitted

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 24 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,434 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    167,434 miles
    Test number
    348421282220
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer cv gaiter secured with hose clip
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer has a hole and corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support straps corroded

  2. Fail167,434 miles (+2,357)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,434 miles
    Test number
    337486749054
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective both sides have no beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer cv gaiter secured with hose clip
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer has a hole and corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support straps corroded

  3. Pass165,077 miles (+4,338)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    165,077 miles
    Test number
    817838572865
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank support straps corroded
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Phone holder
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Cv boot has been secured with a cable tie and hose clip
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Osr disc scored, Nsr disc pitted and corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass160,739 miles (+16)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    160,739 miles
    Test number
    230665783176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail160,723 miles (+1,423)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,723 miles
    Test number
    457505861643
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass159,300 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    159,300 miles
    Test number
    743509900856
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Plus nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail159,285 miles (+5,392)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,285 miles
    Test number
    668684596631
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Plus nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass153,893 miles (+5,526)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    153,893 miles
    Test number
    607855717011
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and bold inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass148,367 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    148,367 miles
    Test number
    639729836012
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  10. Fail148,367 miles (+5,543)3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,367 miles
    Test number
    516972961831
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner edge slightly (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall also nail in tyre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner badly but no ply or cords found (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  11. Pass142,824 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    142,824 miles
    Test number
    303578023577
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner and outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged also wearing inner edge slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTurbo pipe blowing slightly
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  12. Fail142,824 miles (+5,484)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,824 miles
    Test number
    442869726026
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner and outer sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged also wearing inner edge slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTurbo pipe blowing slightly
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  13. Pass137,340 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    137,340 miles
    Test number
    741037735759
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  14. Fail137,340 miles (+6,314)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,340 miles
    Test number
    645936390669
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  15. Pass131,026 miles (+5,470)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    131,026 miles
    Test number
    885896040505
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  16. Pass125,556 miles (+3,972)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    125,556 miles
    Test number
    447908122146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  17. Pass121,584 miles (+4,060)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    121,584 miles
    Test number
    286464891549
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass117,524 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    117,524 miles
    Test number
    359646725296
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail117,524 miles (+9,272)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,524 miles
    Test number
    738816325223
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass108,252 miles (+8,160)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    108,252 miles
    Test number
    358312934488
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass100,092 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    100,092 miles
    Test number
    616696123264
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail100,092 miles (+13,380)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,092 miles
    Test number
    157186023241
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass86,712 miles (+3,491)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    86,712 miles
    Test number
    376224612478
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate slightly insecure
    • NoteN/s outer sill crushed and damaged
    • NoteRear box corroded

  24. Pass83,221 miles (+3,239)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    83,221 miles
    Test number
    116602921275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass79,982 miles (+2,674)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    79,982 miles
    Test number
    620356820222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass77,308 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    77,308 miles
    Test number
    990284639280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail77,278 miles (+8,518)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,278 miles
    Test number
    911687029270
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass68,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    68,760 miles
    Test number
    200421298105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail68,760 miles (+18,167)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,760 miles
    Test number
    392641698109
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  30. Pass50,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    50,593 miles
    Test number
    952446007281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail50,593 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,593 miles
    Test number
    353435907289
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LO04 CLF

Does LO04 CLF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO04 CLF is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LO04 CLF?
The MOT on LO04 CLF is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO04 CLF done?
LO04 CLF was recorded at 167,434 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 6,122 miles a year.
Has LO04 CLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO04 CLF has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LO04 CLF 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 LO04 CLF find?
LO04 CLF passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 7 advisories: coil spring corroded all 4; front direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides; nearside front outer cv gaiter secured with hose clip, and 4 more.

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