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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

LR53 ZUDMOT history

LR53 ZUD is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 24 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 7 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 62,488 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Nov 2025
Mileage
62,488 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2024
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,316 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 ZUD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 ZUD was last recorded at 62,488 miles on 28 Oct 2024, 42 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,446 miles · 26 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
42 miles
Average per year
3,316 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 62,488 miles
  • 2023 – 55,754 miles
  • 2022 – 47,512 miles
  • 2021 – 42,590 miles
  • 2020 – 37,709 miles
  • 2019 – 30,206 miles
  • 2018 – 13,072 miles
  • 2017 – 7,801 miles
  • 2016 – 7,310 miles
  • 2015 – 7,172 miles
  • 2014 – 6,833 miles
  • 2013 – 6,433 miles
  • 2012 – 6,103 miles
  • 2011 – 5,723 miles
  • 2010 – 5,359 miles
  • 2009 – 4,698 miles
  • 2008 – 4,403 miles
  • 2007 – 3,498 miles
  • 2006 – 2,702 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,488 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear exhaust mounting bracket broken exhaust is still securely supportedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre nail in tyre central tread... 205/55r16Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive around rocker cover area (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both the front and rear number plates starting to delaminate (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,488 miles (+42)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    62,488 miles
    Test number
    888489656093
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear exhaust mounting bracket broken exhaust is still securely supported
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre nail in tyre central tread... 205/55r16
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive around rocker cover area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both the front and rear number plates starting to delaminate (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail62,446 miles (+6,692)3 major1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,446 miles
    Test number
    283296453095
    • MajorFront Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn both front top mounts have excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both lower arm bushes starting to debond (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blades split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid low fluid level... (prs) (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear exhaust mounting bracket broken exhaust is still securely supported
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre nail in tyre central tread... 205/55r16
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 205/55r16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive around rocker cover area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both the front and rear number plates starting to delaminate (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass55,754 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    55,754 miles
    Test number
    611707956673
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail55,754 miles (+8,242)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,754 miles
    Test number
    637866557083
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass47,512 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    47,512 miles
    Test number
    232399959977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail47,482 miles (+4,892)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,482 miles
    Test number
    790018264997
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass42,590 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    42,590 miles
    Test number
    678440578782
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts wearing slightly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail42,590 miles (+4,881)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,590 miles
    Test number
    413585668738
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts wearing slightly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass37,709 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    37,709 miles
    Test number
    841324295518
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail37,709 miles (+7,503)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,709 miles
    Test number
    548042397244
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass30,206 miles (+17,134)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    30,206 miles
    Test number
    351696231369
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass13,072 miles (+5,271)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    13,072 miles
    Test number
    649697454521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass7,801 miles (+491)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    7,801 miles
    Test number
    982728962591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass7,310 miles (+138)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    7,310 miles
    Test number
    779014150141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass7,172 miles (+339)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    7,172 miles
    Test number
    155881231190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass6,833 miles (+400)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    6,833 miles
    Test number
    336680084217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass6,433 miles (+330)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    6,433 miles
    Test number
    149041483268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass6,103 miles (+380)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    6,103 miles
    Test number
    605643882213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass5,723 miles (+364)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    5,723 miles
    Test number
    367407971242
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass5,359 miles (+661)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    5,359 miles
    Test number
    851835880248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass4,698 miles (+295)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    4,698 miles
    Test number
    334109079246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass4,403 miles (+905)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    4,403 miles
    Test number
    191100498267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass3,498 miles (+796)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    3,498 miles
    Test number
    793737877273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass2,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    2,702 miles
    Test number
    184931696265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 ZUD

Does LR53 ZUD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 ZUD expired on 7 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 ZUD?
The MOT on LR53 ZUD expired on 7 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 ZUD done?
LR53 ZUD was recorded at 62,488 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2024, an average of 3,316 miles a year.
Has LR53 ZUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 ZUD has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LR53 ZUD 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 LR53 ZUD find?
LR53 ZUD passed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2024 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; central rear exhaust mounting bracket broken exhaust is still securely supported, and 5 more.

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