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Volkswagen Beetle

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LR08 OPKMOT history

LR08 OPK is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 5 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 28 Jul 2025 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 135,971 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Jul 2025
Mileage
135,971 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2024
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,093 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 OPK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
5 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 OPK was last recorded at 135,971 miles on 29 Jul 2024, 12,477 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,494 miles · 11 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
12,477 miles
Average per year
7,093 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 135,971 miles
  • 2023 – 123,494 miles
  • 2022 – 122,976 miles
  • 2021 – 120,527 miles
  • 2020 – 119,487 miles
  • 2019 – 116,209 miles
  • 2018 – 111,206 miles
  • 2017 – 107,336 miles
  • 2016 – 104,967 miles
  • 2015 – 101,763 miles
  • 2014 – 99,123 miles
  • 2013 – 86,574 miles
  • 2012 – 61,653 miles
  • 2011 – 41,457 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,971 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Parking brake performance only just meets requirements

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 2 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,971 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    135,971 miles
    Test number
    770964458754
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail135,970 miles (+12,476)1 dangerous5 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,970 miles
    Test number
    844927135692
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting hole (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass123,494 miles (+518)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    123,494 miles
    Test number
    799700705918
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass122,976 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    122,976 miles
    Test number
    169419977999
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance only just meets requirements
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  5. Fail122,974 miles (+2,447)3 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,974 miles
    Test number
    813146117794
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance only just meets requirements
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  6. Pass120,527 miles (+1,040)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2022
    Odometer
    120,527 miles
    Test number
    719769386060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance only just meets requirements
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  7. Pass119,487 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    119,487 miles
    Test number
    285204406494
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail119,487 miles (+3,278)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,487 miles
    Test number
    185885052918
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass116,209 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    116,209 miles
    Test number
    488649830374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail116,208 miles (+5,002)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,208 miles
    Test number
    249087261171
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass111,206 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    111,206 miles
    Test number
    269286028566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail111,202 miles (+3,866)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,202 miles
    Test number
    179998798553
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • 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)

  13. Pass107,336 miles (+2,369)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    107,336 miles
    Test number
    938347518903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass104,967 miles (+3,204)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    104,967 miles
    Test number
    804162296833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass101,763 miles (+2,640)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    101,763 miles
    Test number
    626812585041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass99,123 miles (+12,549)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    99,123 miles
    Test number
    406436774069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass86,574 miles (+24,921)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    86,574 miles
    Test number
    658172993095
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass61,653 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    61,653 miles
    Test number
    168125892019
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail61,653 miles (+20,196)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,653 miles
    Test number
    177095092491
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass41,457 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    41,457 miles
    Test number
    656482191060
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about LR08 OPK

Does LR08 OPK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 OPK expired on 28 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 OPK?
The MOT on LR08 OPK expired on 28 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 OPK done?
LR08 OPK was recorded at 135,971 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2024, an average of 7,093 miles a year.
Has LR08 OPK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 OPK has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LR08 OPK 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 OPK find?
LR08 OPK passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2024 with 13 advisories: front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both front; front power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 10 more.

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