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Volkswagen Beetle

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LR08 OPYMOT history

LR08 OPY is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 9 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 65,854 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jul 2027
Mileage
65,854 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,600 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 OPY
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
9 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 OPY was last recorded at 65,854 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 60 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,794 miles · 13 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
60 miles
Average per year
3,600 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,854 miles
  • 2025 – 60,535 miles
  • 2024 – 55,602 miles
  • 2022 – 48,533 miles
  • 2021 – 42,556 miles
  • 2020 – 38,845 miles
  • 2019 – 37,597 miles
  • 2018 – 35,483 miles
  • 2017 – 34,539 miles
  • 2016 – 32,047 miles
  • 2015 – 29,493 miles
  • 2014 – 26,603 miles
  • 2013 – 21,554 miles
  • 2012 – 16,686 miles
  • 2011 – 11,350 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,854 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 6 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,854 miles (+60)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    65,854 miles
    Test number
    171727975868
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail65,794 miles (+5,259)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,794 miles
    Test number
    661512828393
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass60,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    60,535 miles
    Test number
    264847487499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail60,535 miles (+4,933)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,535 miles
    Test number
    534255523275
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass55,602 miles (+65)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    55,602 miles
    Test number
    417403416880
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail55,537 miles (+7,004)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,537 miles
    Test number
    506475161568
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass48,533 miles (+5,977)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    48,533 miles
    Test number
    583036157220
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Pass42,556 miles (+1,897)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    42,556 miles
    Test number
    871914216856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass40,659 miles (+1,814)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    40,659 miles
    Test number
    286990854294
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass38,845 miles (+1,248)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    38,845 miles
    Test number
    223331167479
    • 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 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  11. Pass37,597 miles (+2,114)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    37,597 miles
    Test number
    231821895630

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass35,483 miles (+944)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    35,483 miles
    Test number
    177873657621
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass34,539 miles (+2,492)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    34,539 miles
    Test number
    531999750659
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass32,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    32,047 miles
    Test number
    604326856453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail32,047 miles (+2,554)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,047 miles
    Test number
    608402570178
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass29,493 miles (+2,890)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    29,493 miles
    Test number
    347973185016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,603 miles (+5,049)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    26,603 miles
    Test number
    305901574068
    • NoteNearside Front Outer Tyre On 3mm

  18. Pass21,554 miles (+4,868)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    21,554 miles
    Test number
    367860583044
    • NoteAdvise corrosion on lower parts of rear coil springs

  19. Pass16,686 miles (+5,336)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    16,686 miles
    Test number
    408104282078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass11,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    11,350 miles
    Test number
    957607051107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 OPY

Does LR08 OPY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 OPY is valid until 26 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 OPY?
The MOT on LR08 OPY is valid until 26 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 OPY done?
LR08 OPY was recorded at 65,854 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 3,600 miles a year.
Has LR08 OPY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 OPY has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 OPY 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 OPY find?
LR08 OPY passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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