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Volkswagen Beetle

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

LO05 BUGMOT history

LO05 BUG is a grey diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 4 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 7 May 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 125,314 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 7 May 2025
Mileage
125,314 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,143 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO05 BUG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
4 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 May 2025
Latest MOT test
8 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO05 BUG was last recorded at 125,314 miles on 8 May 2024, 4,025 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,289 miles · 4 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
4,025 miles
Average per year
6,143 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 125,314 miles
  • 2022 – 121,289 miles
  • 2020 – 121,003 miles
  • 2019 – 107,506 miles
  • 2018 – 92,182 miles
  • 2017 – 91,612 miles
  • 2016 – 88,362 miles
  • 2015 – 86,298 miles
  • 2014 – 84,456 miles
  • 2013 – 79,977 miles
  • 2012 – 74,152 miles
  • 2011 – 68,222 miles
  • 2010 – 54,334 miles
  • 2009 – 38,418 miles
  • 2008 – 26,334 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,314 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,314 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    125,314 miles
    Test number
    255880189383
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail125,314 miles (+4,025)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,314 miles
    Test number
    680321503925
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass121,289 miles (+48)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    121,289 miles
    Test number
    996208559865
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail121,241 miles (+238)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,241 miles
    Test number
    873594866754
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim not tested both sides (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass121,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    121,003 miles
    Test number
    383154525512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail121,003 miles (+1,490)1 dangerous5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,003 miles
    Test number
    475336176820
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

  7. Pass119,513 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    119,513 miles
    Test number
    202014751277
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  8. Fail119,513 miles (+12,007)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,513 miles
    Test number
    907026682075
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  9. Pass107,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    107,506 miles
    Test number
    915503295478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail107,506 miles (+15,324)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,506 miles
    Test number
    620286806202
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  11. Pass92,182 miles (+570)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    92,182 miles
    Test number
    586537835864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass91,612 miles (+3,250)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    91,612 miles
    Test number
    431569758679

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass88,362 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    88,362 miles
    Test number
    349719647710

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail88,296 miles (+1,998)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,296 miles
    Test number
    736289716391
    • FailureFront brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking at side wall to tread pattern
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner faces very corrded (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass86,298 miles (+1,842)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    86,298 miles
    Test number
    465279995026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass84,456 miles (+4,479)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    84,456 miles
    Test number
    837980904103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,977 miles (+5,825)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    79,977 miles
    Test number
    498095383029
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread cracking slightly

  18. Pass74,152 miles (+5,930)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    74,152 miles
    Test number
    248447582028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass68,222 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    68,222 miles
    Test number
    997536791062
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail68,220 miles (+13,886)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,220 miles
    Test number
    508626691023
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass54,334 miles (+15,916)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    54,334 miles
    Test number
    613641210181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,418 miles (+12,084)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    38,418 miles
    Test number
    161404389497
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass26,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    26,334 miles
    Test number
    103798088064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LO05 BUG

Does LO05 BUG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LO05 BUG expired on 7 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LO05 BUG?
The MOT on LO05 BUG expired on 7 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LO05 BUG done?
LO05 BUG was recorded at 125,314 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2024, an average of 6,143 miles a year.
Has LO05 BUG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO05 BUG has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LO05 BUG 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 LO05 BUG find?
LO05 BUG passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 2 more.

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