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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,596 cc

LR05 ZHLMOT history

LR05 ZHL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 7 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 30 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 108,056 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Nov 2026
Mileage
108,056 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,218 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 ZHL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 ZHL was last recorded at 108,056 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,046 miles · 12 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
4,218 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 108,056 miles
  • 2024 – 101,530 miles
  • 2023 – 100,584 miles
  • 2022 – 99,885 miles
  • 2021 – 98,931 miles
  • 2020 – 98,850 miles
  • 2019 – 97,013 miles
  • 2018 – 95,514 miles
  • 2017 – 86,470 miles
  • 2015 – 82,893 miles
  • 2014 – 72,796 miles
  • 2013 – 69,069 miles
  • 2012 – 62,406 miles
  • 2011 – 54,252 miles
  • 2010 – 47,543 miles
  • 2009 – 39,699 miles
  • 2008 – 34,487 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,056 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 5 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,056 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    108,056 miles
    Test number
    399682202869
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Fail108,046 miles (+6,516)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,046 miles
    Test number
    381132238300
    • MajorCentral Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective filler flap wont open (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Pass101,530 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    101,530 miles
    Test number
    857519380321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Fail101,516 miles (+932)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,516 miles
    Test number
    625290508140
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass100,584 miles (+699)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    100,584 miles
    Test number
    973304369952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass99,885 miles (+954)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    99,885 miles
    Test number
    374156271020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass98,931 miles (+81)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    98,931 miles
    Test number
    798607828719
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  8. Pass98,850 miles (+1,837)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    98,850 miles
    Test number
    579547711640
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust silencer slightly loose sleeve (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic breather pipe split

  9. Pass97,013 miles (+1,499)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    97,013 miles
    Test number
    835600247915
    • AdvisoryBoth inner sills corroded front and rear
    • AdvisoryStone chip in windscreen

  10. Pass95,514 miles (+9,044)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    95,514 miles
    Test number
    874891240322
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres slightly worn
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre cracking slightly

  11. Pass86,470 miles (+3,577)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    86,470 miles
    Test number
    209276726850
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak

  12. Pass82,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    82,893 miles
    Test number
    648940425408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail82,893 miles (+10,097)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,893 miles
    Test number
    159525066089
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass72,796 miles (+3,727)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    72,796 miles
    Test number
    319797044426
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are cracking

  15. Pass69,069 miles (+6,663)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    69,069 miles
    Test number
    859319163205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,406 miles (+8,154)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    62,406 miles
    Test number
    445256542193
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Fail54,252 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,252 miles
    Test number
    709371661015
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  18. Pass54,252 miles (+6,709)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    54,252 miles
    Test number
    737361861042
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  19. Pass47,543 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    47,543 miles
    Test number
    210972460096
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteN/s/f macpherson strut bellows twisted

  20. Fail47,543 miles (+7,844)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,543 miles
    Test number
    251542060081
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteN/s/f macpherson strut bellows twisted

  21. Pass39,699 miles (+5,212)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    39,699 miles
    Test number
    571314369016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass34,487 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    34,487 miles
    Test number
    224197958108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 ZHL

Does LR05 ZHL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 ZHL is valid until 30 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR05 ZHL?
The MOT on LR05 ZHL is valid until 30 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 ZHL done?
LR05 ZHL was recorded at 108,056 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 4,218 miles a year.
Has LR05 ZHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 ZHL has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LR05 ZHL 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 ZHL find?
LR05 ZHL passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: central rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front inner track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect.

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