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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,984 cc

LR05 SCXMOT history

LR05 SCX is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 17 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 142,467 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
142,467 mi
At MOT on 10 Feb 2026
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
7,223 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 SCX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 SCX was last recorded at 142,467 miles on 10 Feb 2026, 10,757 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,710 miles · 3 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
10,757 miles
Average per year
7,223 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,467 miles
  • 2025 – 131,710 miles
  • 2024 – 128,436 miles
  • 2022 – 125,903 miles
  • 2021 – 122,900 miles
  • 2020 – 120,226 miles
  • 2019 – 114,178 miles
  • 2018 – 111,615 miles
  • 2017 – 108,280 miles
  • 2016 – 91,019 miles
  • 2015 – 68,959 miles
  • 2014 – 47,488 miles
  • 2013 – 35,672 miles
  • 2012 – 28,729 miles
  • 2011 – 24,156 miles
  • 2010 – 19,907 miles
  • 2009 – 16,914 miles
  • 2008 – 14,087 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,467 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear axle has corrosion

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Fog light not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 3 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,467 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    142,467 miles
    Test number
    852061834474
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle has corrosion

  2. Fail142,467 miles (+10,757)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,467 miles
    Test number
    723069101829
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Co level 0.77 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn Top mounts both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle has corrosion

  3. Pass131,710 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    131,710 miles
    Test number
    275330187824
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail131,690 miles (+3,254)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,690 miles
    Test number
    201752638224
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass128,436 miles (+15)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    128,436 miles
    Test number
    798502641987
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail128,421 miles (+2,518)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,421 miles
    Test number
    758088512613
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction indicates a fault (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass125,903 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    125,903 miles
    Test number
    542359782605
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged glass is missing

  8. Fail125,898 miles (+2,998)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,898 miles
    Test number
    580805474861
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged glass is missing

  9. Pass122,900 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    122,900 miles
    Test number
    295554742573
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog lamp not working

  10. Fail122,900 miles (+2,674)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,900 miles
    Test number
    792511237250
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction CATALYST EFFIECENCY BELOW THRESHOLD (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fog lamp not working

  11. Pass120,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    120,226 miles
    Test number
    961267165665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail120,226 miles (+6,048)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,226 miles
    Test number
    127114892605
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  13. Pass114,178 miles (+2,563)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    114,178 miles
    Test number
    551611377408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass111,615 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    111,615 miles
    Test number
    800642079475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail111,615 miles (+3,335)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,615 miles
    Test number
    368722205625
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass108,280 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    108,280 miles
    Test number
    569636889468
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail108,280 miles (+17,261)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,280 miles
    Test number
    609333220147
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass91,019 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    91,019 miles
    Test number
    459586894396
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working
    • AdvisoryOsf indicator lens damaged

  19. Fail91,019 miles (+22,060)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,019 miles
    Test number
    790097476614
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working
    • AdvisoryOsf indicator lens damaged

  20. Pass68,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    68,959 miles
    Test number
    115893835179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail68,959 miles (+21,471)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,959 miles
    Test number
    605113035130
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass47,488 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2015
    Odometer
    47,488 miles
    Test number
    929056834176
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside rear wheel is a steel type

  23. Fail47,488 miles (+11,816)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,488 miles
    Test number
    955436934167
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside rear wheel is a steel type

  24. Pass35,672 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    35,672 miles
    Test number
    428427333174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail35,672 miles (+6,943)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,672 miles
    Test number
    869357833143
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  26. Pass28,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    28,729 miles
    Test number
    446689102123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail28,729 miles (+4,573)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,729 miles
    Test number
    795119902157
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass24,156 miles (+4,249)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    24,156 miles
    Test number
    538027511198
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteScrew in nsr tyre
    • NoteWipers slightly smearing

  29. Pass19,907 miles (+2,993)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    19,907 miles
    Test number
    852305420168
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  30. Pass16,914 miles (+2,827)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    16,914 miles
    Test number
    882507219194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass14,087 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2009
    Odometer
    14,087 miles
    Test number
    902234228178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 SCX

Does LR05 SCX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 SCX is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 SCX?
The MOT on LR05 SCX is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 SCX done?
LR05 SCX was recorded at 142,467 miles at its MOT on 10 Feb 2026, an average of 7,223 miles a year.
Has LR05 SCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 SCX has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LR05 SCX 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 SCX find?
LR05 SCX passed its latest MOT on 10 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 front and rear; offside rear coil spring corroded; rear axle has corrosion.

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