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Yellow · Petrol · 2008 · 1,595 cc

LR08 VPYMOT history

LR08 VPY is a yellow petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 28 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 78,826 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Nov 2026
Mileage
78,826 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,240 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 VPY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 VPY was last recorded at 78,826 miles on 1 Dec 2025, 5,425 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,401 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,425 miles
Average per year
4,240 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 78,826 miles
  • 2024 – 68,272 miles
  • 2022 – 61,393 miles
  • 2021 – 55,520 miles
  • 2020 – 48,700 miles
  • 2019 – 47,542 miles
  • 2018 – 44,167 miles
  • 2017 – 41,388 miles
  • 2016 – 38,835 miles
  • 2015 – 32,394 miles
  • 2014 – 29,101 miles
  • 2013 – 25,958 miles
  • 2012 – 22,571 miles
  • 2011 – 16,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,826 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 30 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,826 miles (+5,425)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    78,826 miles
    Test number
    940497351752
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass73,401 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    73,401 miles
    Test number
    281476164748
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail73,401 miles (+5,129)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,401 miles
    Test number
    364819901850
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass68,272 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    68,272 miles
    Test number
    323643424067
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  5. Fail68,272 miles (+6,879)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,272 miles
    Test number
    390555978805
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  6. Pass61,393 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    61,393 miles
    Test number
    114340074378
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  7. Fail61,392 miles (+5,872)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,392 miles
    Test number
    199984718163
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both wipers smeary (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  8. Pass55,520 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    55,520 miles
    Test number
    707923528234
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  9. Fail55,520 miles (+6,820)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,520 miles
    Test number
    591532644894
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  10. Pass48,700 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    48,700 miles
    Test number
    682851413228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail48,699 miles (+1,157)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,699 miles
    Test number
    112014919024
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (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 Very close to legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass47,542 miles (+3,375)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    47,542 miles
    Test number
    771668425879
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass44,167 miles (+2,779)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    44,167 miles
    Test number
    904176715811
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass41,388 miles (+2,553)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    41,388 miles
    Test number
    973746495969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass38,835 miles (+6,441)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    38,835 miles
    Test number
    886676817018
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass32,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    32,394 miles
    Test number
    108504255448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail32,394 miles (+3,293)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,394 miles
    Test number
    795432355072
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass29,101 miles (+3,143)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    29,101 miles
    Test number
    196024174060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail25,958 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,958 miles
    Test number
    385694343119
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass25,958 miles (+3,387)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    25,958 miles
    Test number
    686774043166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,571 miles (+5,962)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    22,571 miles
    Test number
    195691182044
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass16,609 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    16,609 miles
    Test number
    148969481453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 VPY

Does LR08 VPY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 VPY is valid until 30 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR08 VPY?
The MOT on LR08 VPY 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 LR08 VPY done?
LR08 VPY was recorded at 78,826 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2025, an average of 4,240 miles a year.
Has LR08 VPY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 VPY has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LR08 VPY 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 VPY find?
LR08 VPY passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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