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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,390 cc

LR05 KWTMOT history

LR05 KWT is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 31 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2023 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 183,265 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2023
Mileage
183,265 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2022
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,190 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 KWT
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
31 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 KWT was last recorded at 183,265 miles on 1 Dec 2022, 5,898 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,367 miles · 13 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
5,898 miles
Average per year
9,190 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 183,265 miles
  • 2021 – 177,367 miles
  • 2020 – 171,814 miles
  • 2019 – 168,775 miles
  • 2018 – 162,842 miles
  • 2017 – 156,577 miles
  • 2016 – 150,639 miles
  • 2015 – 139,052 miles
  • 2014 – 127,878 miles
  • 2013 – 121,004 miles
  • 2012 – 115,692 miles
  • 2011 – 101,404 miles
  • 2010 – 86,940 miles
  • 2009 – 67,709 miles
  • 2008 – 48,659 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,265 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning (4.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

20 tests since 8 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,265 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    183,265 miles
    Test number
    443311097938
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning (4.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail183,264 miles (+5,897)2 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,264 miles
    Test number
    313711923912
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning (4.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass177,367 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    177,367 miles
    Test number
    768525239418
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail177,367 miles (+5,553)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,367 miles
    Test number
    148542494902
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass171,814 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    171,814 miles
    Test number
    595801210830
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail171,814 miles (+3,039)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,814 miles
    Test number
    793457999222
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass168,775 miles (+5,933)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    168,775 miles
    Test number
    910507944360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass162,842 miles (+6,265)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    162,842 miles
    Test number
    730272947111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass156,577 miles (+5,938)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    156,577 miles
    Test number
    562669709640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass150,639 miles (+11,587)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    150,639 miles
    Test number
    981851434089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass139,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    139,052 miles
    Test number
    707744505720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail139,052 miles (+11,174)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,052 miles
    Test number
    233832469141
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  13. Pass127,878 miles (+6,874)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    127,878 miles
    Test number
    196177904316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass121,004 miles (+5,312)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    121,004 miles
    Test number
    398084593449
    • NoteDamage to windscreen
    • NoteExhaust blowing

  15. Pass115,692 miles (+14,288)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    115,692 miles
    Test number
    139432902106
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Pass101,404 miles (+14,464)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    101,404 miles
    Test number
    755572701191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass86,940 miles (+19,231)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    86,940 miles
    Test number
    732346190003
    • Note1,Adviseable to replace front registration plate.

  18. Pass67,709 miles (+19,050)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    67,709 miles
    Test number
    130464089025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail48,659 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,659 miles
    Test number
    233669198078
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass48,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    48,659 miles
    Test number
    631639498018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 KWT

Does LR05 KWT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR05 KWT expired on 20 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR05 KWT?
The MOT on LR05 KWT expired on 20 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR05 KWT done?
LR05 KWT was recorded at 183,265 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2022, an average of 9,190 miles a year.
Has LR05 KWT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 KWT has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LR05 KWT 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 LR05 KWT find?
LR05 KWT passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front headlamp has less than 1/2 leds not functioning; driver's view items removed from driver's view prior to test; exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration, and 2 more.

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