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Beige · Petrol · 2008 · 1,595 cc

LR08 OCLMOT history

LR08 OCL is a beige petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 3 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 80,456 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Aug 2027
Mileage
80,456 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,069 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 OCL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
3 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 OCL was last recorded at 80,456 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,454 miles · 28 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
4,069 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,456 miles
  • 2025 – 73,308 miles
  • 2024 – 67,542 miles
  • 2023 – 61,520 miles
  • 2022 – 54,102 miles
  • 2021 – 48,940 miles
  • 2020 – 43,212 miles
  • 2019 – 38,898 miles
  • 2018 – 32,501 miles
  • 2017 – 30,730 miles
  • 2016 – 29,521 miles
  • 2015 – 28,765 miles
  • 2014 – 27,239 miles
  • 2013 – 24,660 miles
  • 2012 – 21,992 miles
  • 2011 – 17,871 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,456 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside rear sill corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside rear sill corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside rear inner sill corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside rear inner sill corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,456 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    80,456 miles
    Test number
    276137943417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear sill corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  2. Fail80,454 miles (+7,146)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,454 miles
    Test number
    935512509254
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear sill corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  3. Pass73,308 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    73,308 miles
    Test number
    494871637708
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm Wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill corroded

  4. Fail73,308 miles (+5,766)3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,308 miles
    Test number
    155959961822
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm Wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill corroded

  5. Pass67,542 miles (+2)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    67,542 miles
    Test number
    430989680087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm Wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm Wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill corroded

  6. Fail67,540 miles (+6,020)2 dangerous4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,540 miles
    Test number
    412682788051
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Pump buzzing (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm Wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush. Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm Wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill corroded

  7. Pass61,520 miles (+7,418)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    61,520 miles
    Test number
    228046950118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass54,102 miles (+5,162)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    54,102 miles
    Test number
    349022372684
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass48,940 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    48,940 miles
    Test number
    428938123769
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail48,940 miles (+5,728)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,940 miles
    Test number
    835823152197
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass43,212 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    43,212 miles
    Test number
    166013118070
    • AdvisoryCorrosion offside rear outer sill
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail43,212 miles (+4,314)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,212 miles
    Test number
    562674878360
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords In tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion offside rear outer sill
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass38,898 miles (+6,397)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    38,898 miles
    Test number
    316888361374
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner sills slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryBrake pads appear low unable to view

  14. Pass32,501 miles (+1,771)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    32,501 miles
    Test number
    479734414973
    • AdvisoryNear side front tyre close to legal limit

  15. Pass30,730 miles (+1,209)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    30,730 miles
    Test number
    249695428322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,521 miles (+756)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    29,521 miles
    Test number
    622180089516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,765 miles (+1,526)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    28,765 miles
    Test number
    550251968605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,239 miles (+2,579)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    27,239 miles
    Test number
    648218684201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    24,660 miles
    Test number
    417955763195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail24,660 miles (+2,668)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,660 miles
    Test number
    995695163162
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass21,992 miles (+4,121)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    21,992 miles
    Test number
    256800552401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,871 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    17,871 miles
    Test number
    736510381008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 OCL

Does LR08 OCL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 OCL is valid until 7 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 OCL?
The MOT on LR08 OCL is valid until 7 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 OCL done?
LR08 OCL was recorded at 80,456 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 4,069 miles a year.
Has LR08 OCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 OCL has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 OCL 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 OCL find?
LR08 OCL passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 7 advisories: nearside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 4 more.

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