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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,984 cc

LR05 WPTMOT history

LR05 WPT is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 18 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 80,113 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
80,113 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,143 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 WPT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
18 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 WPT was last recorded at 80,113 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 1,344 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,769 miles · 19 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
1,344 miles
Average per year
3,143 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,113 miles
  • 2024 – 78,769 miles
  • 2023 – 76,544 miles
  • 2022 – 74,047 miles
  • 2021 – 70,896 miles
  • 2019 – 67,921 miles
  • 2018 – 65,017 miles
  • 2017 – 62,340 miles
  • 2016 – 56,100 miles
  • 2015 – 51,730 miles
  • 2014 – 46,167 miles
  • 2013 – 43,693 miles
  • 2012 – 40,079 miles
  • 2011 – 35,643 miles
  • 2010 – 30,347 miles
  • 2009 – 26,359 miles
  • 2008 – 22,649 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,113 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Damaged. (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Inner rack knuckle. (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Inner rack knuckle. (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,113 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    80,113 miles
    Test number
    418418177489
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Damaged. (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Inner rack knuckle. (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Inner rack knuckle. (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail80,113 miles (+1,344)4 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,113 miles
    Test number
    188425977566
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken Broken. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Damaged. (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Inner rack knuckle. (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Inner rack knuckle. (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both perished. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass78,769 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    78,769 miles
    Test number
    508830489524
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail78,768 miles (+2,224)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,768 miles
    Test number
    135020362002
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass76,544 miles (+2,497)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    76,544 miles
    Test number
    710238014376
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass74,047 miles (+3,151)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    74,047 miles
    Test number
    538095306759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass70,896 miles (+2,975)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    70,896 miles
    Test number
    113645122250
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass67,921 miles (+2,904)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    67,921 miles
    Test number
    359302774446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass65,017 miles (+2,677)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    65,017 miles
    Test number
    466116673202
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass62,340 miles (+6,240)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    62,340 miles
    Test number
    707254702871
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass56,100 miles (+4,370)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    56,100 miles
    Test number
    595780332763
    • AdvisoryCentre box exhaust bracket broken but still supported
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySlight play in inner steering joints

  12. Pass51,730 miles (+5,563)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    51,730 miles
    Test number
    265636416704
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint bottom ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint bottom ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass46,167 miles (+2,474)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    46,167 miles
    Test number
    598637364234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,693 miles (+3,614)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    43,693 miles
    Test number
    586037083273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,079 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    40,079 miles
    Test number
    129118992141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail40,079 miles (+4,436)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,079 miles
    Test number
    286248492128
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass35,643 miles (+5,296)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    35,643 miles
    Test number
    566671171141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,347 miles (+3,988)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    30,347 miles
    Test number
    503563080189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,359 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    26,359 miles
    Test number
    450775759124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/f tyres worn on inner edges.

  20. Fail26,359 miles (+3,710)2 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,359 miles
    Test number
    920965959125
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/f tyres worn on inner edges.

  21. Pass22,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    22,649 miles
    Test number
    854020978142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 WPT

Does LR05 WPT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 WPT is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 WPT?
The MOT on LR05 WPT is valid until 29 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 WPT done?
LR05 WPT was recorded at 80,113 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 3,143 miles a year.
Has LR05 WPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 WPT has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LR05 WPT 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 WPT find?
LR05 WPT passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damaged.; offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 4 more.

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