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Volkswagen Beetle

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,984 cc

LO04 HZYMOT history

LO04 HZY is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 3 Aug 2004. Its MOT is valid until 8 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 47,017 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Nov 2026
Mileage
47,017 mi
At MOT on 11 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,113 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO04 HZY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
3 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO04 HZY was last recorded at 47,017 miles on 11 Oct 2025, 762 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,255 miles · 9 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
762 miles
Average per year
2,113 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 47,017 miles
  • 2024 – 46,255 miles
  • 2023 – 45,142 miles
  • 2022 – 42,794 miles
  • 2021 – 41,469 miles
  • 2020 – 40,180 miles
  • 2019 – 38,904 miles
  • 2018 – 38,245 miles
  • 2017 – 37,695 miles
  • 2016 – 36,490 miles
  • 2015 – 34,765 miles
  • 2014 – 32,647 miles
  • 2013 – 30,543 miles
  • 2012 – 25,739 miles
  • 2011 – 23,118 miles
  • 2009 – 17,368 miles
  • 2008 – 12,704 miles
  • 2007 – 8,538 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,017 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,017 miles (+762)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    47,017 miles
    Test number
    507363691134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass46,255 miles (+1,113)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    46,255 miles
    Test number
    345373629088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass45,142 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    45,142 miles
    Test number
    873455804659
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail45,142 miles (+19)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,142 miles
    Test number
    878291230923
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail45,123 miles (+2,329)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,123 miles
    Test number
    529784195220
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame insecurely attached bolt loose and insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens incomplete (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass42,794 miles (+1,325)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    42,794 miles
    Test number
    862439997809
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass41,469 miles (+1,289)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    41,469 miles
    Test number
    621957168483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass40,180 miles (+1,276)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    40,180 miles
    Test number
    833512739397
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass38,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    38,904 miles
    Test number
    260413482677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail38,904 miles (+659)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,904 miles
    Test number
    275774303329
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass38,245 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    38,245 miles
    Test number
    440448470548
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail38,243 miles (+548)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,243 miles
    Test number
    583612372861
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass37,695 miles (+1,205)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    37,695 miles
    Test number
    964664919891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,490 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    36,490 miles
    Test number
    108540799771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail36,487 miles (+1,722)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,487 miles
    Test number
    507988731657
    • FailureFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  16. Pass34,765 miles (+2,118)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    34,765 miles
    Test number
    161348603491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,647 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    32,647 miles
    Test number
    407385004339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail32,597 miles (+2,054)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,597 miles
    Test number
    988872404352
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished

  19. Pass30,543 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    30,543 miles
    Test number
    237555003257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail30,543 miles (+4,804)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,543 miles
    Test number
    715765303236
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  21. Pass25,739 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    25,739 miles
    Test number
    885657322040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail25,739 miles (+2,621)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,739 miles
    Test number
    677237422048
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass23,118 miles (+5,750)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    23,118 miles
    Test number
    429769921038
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass17,368 miles (+4,664)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    17,368 miles
    Test number
    823415009246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass12,704 miles (+4,166)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    12,704 miles
    Test number
    902106508218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass8,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    8,538 miles
    Test number
    813178707208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LO04 HZY

Does LO04 HZY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LO04 HZY is valid until 8 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LO04 HZY?
The MOT on LO04 HZY is valid until 8 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LO04 HZY done?
LO04 HZY was recorded at 47,017 miles at its MOT on 11 Oct 2025, an average of 2,113 miles a year.
Has LO04 HZY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO04 HZY has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LO04 HZY 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 HZY find?
LO04 HZY passed its latest MOT on 11 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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