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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,596 cc

LR05 OLCMOT history

LR05 OLC is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 30 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 9 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 145,879 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Sept 2027
Mileage
145,879 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,764 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 OLC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 OLC was last recorded at 145,879 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 6,891 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,988 miles · 12 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,891 miles
Average per year
6,764 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,879 miles
  • 2025 – 138,988 miles
  • 2024 – 131,676 miles
  • 2023 – 125,744 miles
  • 2022 – 118,966 miles
  • 2021 – 112,079 miles
  • 2020 – 106,340 miles
  • 2019 – 101,318 miles
  • 2018 – 93,733 miles
  • 2017 – 86,502 miles
  • 2016 – 78,646 miles
  • 2015 – 68,647 miles
  • 2014 – 62,704 miles
  • 2013 – 50,815 miles
  • 2012 – 43,228 miles
  • 2011 – 37,400 miles
  • 2010 – 33,710 miles
  • 2009 – 27,892 miles
  • 2008 – 22,057 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,879 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front light source starting to become poor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    145,879 miles
    Test number
    716451523712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail145,879 miles (+6,891)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,879 miles
    Test number
    624123587888
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass138,988 miles (+7,312)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    138,988 miles
    Test number
    760735613248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass131,676 miles (+5,932)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    131,676 miles
    Test number
    774444994789
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass125,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    125,744 miles
    Test number
    277208490870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail125,744 miles (+6,778)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,744 miles
    Test number
    516203419762
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass118,966 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    118,966 miles
    Test number
    741530616302
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush splitting from arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail118,966 miles (+6,887)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,966 miles
    Test number
    126739647056
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush splitting from arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass112,079 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    112,079 miles
    Test number
    524447244938
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail112,069 miles (+5,729)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,069 miles
    Test number
    960693372496
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass106,340 miles (+5,022)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    106,340 miles
    Test number
    703251081344
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass101,318 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    101,318 miles
    Test number
    179547702187
    • AdvisoryOffside Front light source starting to become poor

  13. Fail101,318 miles (+7,585)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,318 miles
    Test number
    514129839594
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front light source starting to become poor

  14. Pass93,733 miles (+7,231)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    93,733 miles
    Test number
    160379969644
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass86,502 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    86,502 miles
    Test number
    671463713989
    • AdvisoryOuter casing of nearside hand brake cable corroded

  16. Fail86,502 miles (+7,856)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,502 miles
    Test number
    626692046272
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOuter casing of nearside hand brake cable corroded

  17. Pass78,646 miles (+9,999)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    78,646 miles
    Test number
    395724975746
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mounting corroded/broken (still secure)

  18. Pass68,647 miles (+5,943)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    68,647 miles
    Test number
    697118349657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,704 miles (+3,108)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    62,704 miles
    Test number
    377321254453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,596 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    59,596 miles
    Test number
    407980224161
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  21. Fail59,596 miles (+8,781)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,596 miles
    Test number
    967510324191
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  22. Pass50,815 miles (+7,587)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    50,815 miles
    Test number
    749139513103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass43,228 miles (+5,828)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    43,228 miles
    Test number
    666131822191
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Pass37,400 miles (+3,690)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    37,400 miles
    Test number
    735865701109
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteCover under engine preventing full inspoection off some components
    • NoteFront & rear brake discs corroded
    • NoteSlight damage too n/s/f tyre sidewall

  25. Pass33,710 miles (+5,818)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    33,710 miles
    Test number
    183328110151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,892 miles (+243)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    27,892 miles
    Test number
    293150829405
    • NoteO/s/f tyre side wall damage

  27. Fail27,649 miles (+5,592)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,649 miles
    Test number
    521621309182
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteO/s/f side wall damage

  28. Pass22,057 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    22,057 miles
    Test number
    250862228472
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn slightly

Questions about LR05 OLC

Does LR05 OLC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 OLC is valid until 9 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 OLC?
The MOT on LR05 OLC is valid until 9 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 OLC done?
LR05 OLC was recorded at 145,879 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 6,764 miles a year.
Has LR05 OLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 OLC has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LR05 OLC 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 OLC find?
LR05 OLC passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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