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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,595 cc

LP08 NTJMOT history

LP08 NTJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 31 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 70,930 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jun 2027
Mileage
70,930 mi
At MOT on 19 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,975 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 NTJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 NTJ was last recorded at 70,930 miles on 19 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,930 miles · 18 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,975 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,930 miles
  • 2025 – 66,461 miles
  • 2024 – 63,576 miles
  • 2023 – 53,128 miles
  • 2022 – 47,689 miles
  • 2021 – 44,810 miles
  • 2019 – 39,341 miles
  • 2018 – 33,273 miles
  • 2017 – 27,935 miles
  • 2016 – 24,617 miles
  • 2015 – 20,804 miles
  • 2014 – 18,366 miles
  • 2013 – 15,896 miles
  • 2012 – 14,146 miles
  • 2011 – 11,652 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,930 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear tyre perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front tyre wearing low on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 21 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,930 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    70,930 miles
    Test number
    938385725415
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail70,930 miles (+4,469)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,930 miles
    Test number
    782370207497
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass66,461 miles (+2,885)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    66,461 miles
    Test number
    958282054876
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass63,576 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    63,576 miles
    Test number
    811071498805
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  5. Fail63,576 miles (+10,448)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,576 miles
    Test number
    449475471162
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  6. Pass53,128 miles (+32)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    53,128 miles
    Test number
    520192108501
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail53,096 miles (+5,407)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,096 miles
    Test number
    892994323456
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass47,689 miles (+2,879)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    47,689 miles
    Test number
    276936734940
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass44,810 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    44,810 miles
    Test number
    873539172450
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail44,808 miles (+5,467)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,808 miles
    Test number
    794739576113
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass39,341 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    39,341 miles
    Test number
    617239672948
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Fail39,341 miles (+6,068)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,341 miles
    Test number
    846599391503
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Pass33,273 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    33,273 miles
    Test number
    834092020671
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perishing

  14. Fail33,273 miles (+5,338)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,273 miles
    Test number
    761689538711
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass27,935 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    27,935 miles
    Test number
    340851809059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front worn low on inner edges

  16. Fail27,933 miles (+3,316)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,933 miles
    Test number
    739837496583
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front worn low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  17. Pass24,617 miles (+3,813)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    24,617 miles
    Test number
    489086760523
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  18. Pass20,804 miles (+2,438)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    20,804 miles
    Test number
    265992415241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass18,366 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    18,366 miles
    Test number
    517618414210
    • NoteNearside frontwiper blade split

  20. Fail18,366 miles (+2,470)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,366 miles
    Test number
    106117014298
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteNearside frontwiper blade split
    • NoteOffside front tyre inner sidewall starting to crack

  21. Pass15,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    15,896 miles
    Test number
    329006893147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail15,896 miles (+1,750)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,896 miles
    Test number
    756716793146
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass14,146 miles (+2,494)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    14,146 miles
    Test number
    746351202291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass11,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    11,652 miles
    Test number
    638872001216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 NTJ

Does LP08 NTJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 NTJ is valid until 23 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 NTJ?
The MOT on LP08 NTJ is valid until 23 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 NTJ done?
LP08 NTJ was recorded at 70,930 miles at its MOT on 19 Jun 2026, an average of 3,975 miles a year.
Has LP08 NTJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 NTJ has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LP08 NTJ 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 LP08 NTJ find?
LP08 NTJ passed its latest MOT on 19 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill, and 1 more.

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