Volkswagen Beetle
Red · Petrol · 2009 · 1,390 cc
LR09 RKAMOT history
LR09 RKA is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 24 Mar 2009. Its MOT expired on 23 Sept 2026 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 147,055 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2025.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 23 Sept 2026
- Mileage
- 147,055 mi
- At MOT on 24 Sept 2025
- MOT tests
- 19
- 13 passed · 6 failed
- Per year
- 9,043 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LR09 RKA
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Beetle
- Colour
- Red
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,390 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2009
- First used
- 24 Mar 2009
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 23 Sept 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 24 Sept 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LR09 RKA was last recorded at 147,055 miles on 24 Sept 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 147,055 miles · 22 Sept 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 0 miles
- Average per year
- 9,043 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 147,055 miles
- 2024 – 138,602 miles
- 2023 – 129,051 miles
- 2022 – 119,916 miles
- 2021 – 102,753 miles
- 2019 – 91,938 miles
- 2018 – 82,094 miles
- 2017 – 76,953 miles
- 2016 – 66,015 miles
- 2015 – 41,521 miles
- 2014 – 33,077 miles
- 2013 – 28,771 miles
- 2012 – 24,825 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass147,055 miles
- MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryHas some oil leaksRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryThe back box pipe has a small leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated
Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2023
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2023
Exhaust mounting defective back box detached from mounting.
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Nearside Rear Nail in tyre
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
19 tests since 19 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass147,055 miles1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Sept 2026
- Odometer
- 147,055 miles
- Test number
- 286116607948
- MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryHas some oil leaks
- AdvisoryThe back box pipe has a small leak
Fail147,055 miles (+8,453)3 major1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 147,055 miles
- Test number
- 252419334504
- MajorNearside Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryHas some oil leaks
- AdvisoryThe back box pipe has a small leak
Pass138,602 miles (+9,551)
- MOT expiry
- 17 Sept 2025
- Odometer
- 138,602 miles
- Test number
- 222255171193
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass129,051 miles (+126)2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Sept 2024
- Odometer
- 129,051 miles
- Test number
- 555587698196
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective back box detached from mounting. (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail128,925 miles (+9,009)1 dangerous3 major2 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 128,925 miles
- Test number
- 386262758072
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorNearside 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))
- MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mount. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective back box detached from mounting. (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNo coolant in expansion tank.
Pass119,916 miles2 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Sept 2023
- Odometer
- 119,916 miles
- Test number
- 355141269022
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear and offside front (5.2.3 (e))
Fail119,916 miles (+17,163)3 major2 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 119,916 miles
- Test number
- 419004755188
- MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear most inner/outer sills both offside and nearside. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear and offside front (5.2.3 (e))
Pass102,753 miles (+34)
- MOT expiry
- 18 May 2022
- Odometer
- 102,753 miles
- Test number
- 717157103015
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail102,719 miles (+10,781)2 dangerous9 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 102,719 miles
- Test number
- 236339385772
- DangerousNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
- DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
- MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOffside windscreen cracked but not excessive
Pass91,938 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 20 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 91,938 miles
- Test number
- 261573944225
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Fail91,938 miles (+9,844)4 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 91,938 miles
- Test number
- 355208988374
- MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Pass82,094 miles (+5,141)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2019
- Odometer
- 82,094 miles
- Test number
- 156443973934
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass76,953 miles
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2018
- Odometer
- 76,953 miles
- Test number
- 266164198715
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail76,953 miles (+10,938)3 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,953 miles
- Test number
- 195951627573
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Pass66,015 miles (+24,494)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 66,015 miles
- Test number
- 776608015480
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass41,521 miles (+8,444)
- MOT expiry
- 19 Mar 2016
- Odometer
- 41,521 miles
- Test number
- 986509375046
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass33,077 miles (+4,306)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 33,077 miles
- Test number
- 217254514122
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass28,771 miles (+3,946)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Mar 2014
- Odometer
- 28,771 miles
- Test number
- 797241183075
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass24,825 miles
- MOT expiry
- 24 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 24,825 miles
- Test number
- 418199472032
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LR09 RKA
- Does LR09 RKA currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LR09 RKA expired on 23 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LR09 RKA?
- The MOT on LR09 RKA expired on 23 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LR09 RKA done?
- LR09 RKA was recorded at 147,055 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2025, an average of 9,043 miles a year.
- Has LR09 RKA ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LR09 RKA has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2025.
- Has the mileage on LR09 RKA 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 LR09 RKA find?
- LR09 RKA passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.
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