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Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

LR08 VRCMOT history

LR08 VRC is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 14 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 11 Dec 2024 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 155,755 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Dec 2024
Mileage
155,755 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2023
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,121 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 VRC
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
14 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 VRC was last recorded at 155,755 miles on 28 Nov 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,755 miles · 27 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
11,121 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 155,755 miles
  • 2022 – 148,605 miles
  • 2021 – 141,923 miles
  • 2020 – 136,811 miles
  • 2019 – 130,355 miles
  • 2018 – 113,651 miles
  • 2017 – 95,471 miles
  • 2016 – 78,172 miles
  • 2015 – 68,085 miles
  • 2014 – 55,351 miles
  • 2013 – 41,206 miles
  • 2012 – 26,697 miles
  • 2011 – 14,468 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,755 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle (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.

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

19 tests since 28 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,755 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    155,755 miles
    Test number
    837323474575
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail155,755 miles (+7,150)3 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,755 miles
    Test number
    773639368075
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened beam axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass148,605 miles (+33)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    148,605 miles
    Test number
    189607246348
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail148,572 miles (+6,649)2 major2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,572 miles
    Test number
    805576216660
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass141,923 miles (+6)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    141,923 miles
    Test number
    327777140790
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake effort very low . park brake only just met its minimum reequipment's
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Fail141,917 miles (+5,106)1 dangerous8 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,917 miles
    Test number
    967839818579
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive body sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake effort very low . park brake only just met its minimum reequipment's

  7. Pass136,811 miles (+6,456)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    136,811 miles
    Test number
    551712496754
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass130,355 miles (+16,704)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    130,355 miles
    Test number
    173949599327
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with under trays, wheel arch liners body sill covers and engine cover obscuring view to vehicle structure and some components

  9. Pass113,651 miles (+18,180)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    113,651 miles
    Test number
    474967938526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass95,471 miles (+17,299)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    95,471 miles
    Test number
    538344614471
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass78,172 miles (+10,087)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    78,172 miles
    Test number
    250665359430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass68,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    68,085 miles
    Test number
    745515459296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail68,085 miles (+12,734)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,085 miles
    Test number
    848092903542
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Tyre tread flat spotted (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass55,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    55,351 miles
    Test number
    115085044398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail55,351 miles (+14,145)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,351 miles
    Test number
    836835644326
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass41,206 miles (+14,509)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    41,206 miles
    Test number
    238769933332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass26,697 miles (+12,229)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    26,697 miles
    Test number
    678648232354
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass14,468 miles (+475)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    14,468 miles
    Test number
    107666241324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass13,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    13,993 miles
    Test number
    308089651042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 VRC

Does LR08 VRC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 VRC expired on 11 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 VRC?
The MOT on LR08 VRC expired on 11 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 VRC done?
LR08 VRC was recorded at 155,755 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2023, an average of 11,121 miles a year.
Has LR08 VRC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 VRC has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LR08 VRC 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 VRC find?
LR08 VRC passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2023 with 9 advisories: nearside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 6 more.

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