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Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LR08 NXOMOT history

LR08 NXO is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 25 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 15 Mar 2024 and it has passed 13 of 23 MOT tests, with 124,516 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Mar 2024
Mileage
124,516 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2023
MOT tests
23
13 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 NXO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 NXO was last recorded at 124,516 miles on 14 Mar 2023, 672 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,844 miles · 14 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
672 miles
Average per year
8,754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 124,516 miles
  • 2022 – 123,844 miles
  • 2021 – 118,338 miles
  • 2020 – 113,869 miles
  • 2018 – 108,482 miles
  • 2017 – 88,629 miles
  • 2016 – 75,524 miles
  • 2015 – 60,887 miles
  • 2014 – 50,146 miles
  • 2013 – 38,373 miles
  • 2012 – 30,493 miles
  • 2011 – 19,535 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,516 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside front sub-frame welding repair covered in underseal

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Both rear tyres cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 17 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,516 miles (+672)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    124,516 miles
    Test number
    430065943497
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front sub-frame welding repair covered in underseal

  2. Pass123,844 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    123,844 miles
    Test number
    155187104903
    • AdvisoryFront sub-frame welding repair covered in underseal
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail123,837 miles (+5,499)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,837 miles
    Test number
    781858265376
    • MajorExhaust system insecure Centre sleeve clamp snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSub-frame corroded and seriously weakened Marked in chalk (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass118,338 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    118,338 miles
    Test number
    951900033736
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracked
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail118,333 miles (+4,464)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,333 miles
    Test number
    882837269779
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracked
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass113,869 miles (+5,387)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    113,869 miles
    Test number
    534540360066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass108,482 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    108,482 miles
    Test number
    756196509244
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail108,475 miles (+6,593)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,475 miles
    Test number
    570211490278
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass101,882 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    101,882 miles
    Test number
    221639646908
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' stone chip (8.3.1d)

  10. Fail101,882 miles (+13,253)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,882 miles
    Test number
    927825613568
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' stone chip (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass88,629 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    88,629 miles
    Test number
    473841859885
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail88,629 miles (+13,105)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,629 miles
    Test number
    857285412260
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass75,524 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    75,524 miles
    Test number
    632119207162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail75,492 miles (+14,605)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,492 miles
    Test number
    505512014315
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  15. Pass60,887 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    60,887 miles
    Test number
    298427275000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail60,887 miles (+10,741)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,887 miles
    Test number
    648777475045
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass50,146 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    50,146 miles
    Test number
    177149774489
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear tyres cracking

  18. Fail50,146 miles (+11,773)4 repaired6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,146 miles
    Test number
    399889274005
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear tyres cracking

  19. Fail38,373 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,373 miles
    Test number
    258451583061
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass38,373 miles (+7,880)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    38,373 miles
    Test number
    656111783055
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass30,493 miles (+10,958)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,493 miles
    Test number
    526806172070
    • NoteAdvise N/S/F door mirror damaged.

  22. Fail19,535 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,535 miles
    Test number
    406856571011
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteAdvise N/S/F door mirror damaged , temp repair done recommend replacement

  23. Pass19,535 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    19,535 miles
    Test number
    876656071095
    • NoteAdvise N/S/F door mirror damaged , temp repair done recommend replacement

Questions about LR08 NXO

Does LR08 NXO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 NXO expired on 15 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 NXO?
The MOT on LR08 NXO expired on 15 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 NXO done?
LR08 NXO was recorded at 124,516 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2023, an average of 8,754 miles a year.
Has LR08 NXO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 NXO has failed 10 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LR08 NXO 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 LR08 NXO find?
LR08 NXO passed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2023 with 8 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 5 more.

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