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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,984 cc

LR55 AZTMOT history

LR55 AZT is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 23 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 6 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 95,334 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Nov 2026
Mileage
95,334 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,389 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 AZT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 AZT was last recorded at 95,334 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 1,965 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,369 miles · 1 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,965 miles
Average per year
4,389 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 95,334 miles
  • 2024 – 93,369 miles
  • 2023 – 92,398 miles
  • 2022 – 90,884 miles
  • 2021 – 88,939 miles
  • 2020 – 87,113 miles
  • 2019 – 84,840 miles
  • 2018 – 80,314 miles
  • 2017 – 77,050 miles
  • 2016 – 73,803 miles
  • 2015 – 64,352 miles
  • 2014 – 55,880 miles
  • 2013 – 47,406 miles
  • 2012 – 43,207 miles
  • 2011 – 39,271 miles
  • 2010 – 33,794 miles
  • 2008 – 20,147 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,334 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Suspected N/S steering rack arm (2.3 (a) (i))

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 Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front rack end has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 17 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,334 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    95,334 miles
    Test number
    413268986959
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Suspected N/S steering rack arm (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail95,334 miles (+1,965)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,334 miles
    Test number
    677292109469
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Suspected N/S steering rack arm (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass93,369 miles (+39)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    93,369 miles
    Test number
    362575123811
    • 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))

  4. Fail93,330 miles (+932)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,330 miles
    Test number
    723451083993
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass92,398 miles (+87)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    92,398 miles
    Test number
    963938182975
    • AdvisoryNearside Front rack end has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Fail92,311 miles (+1,427)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,311 miles
    Test number
    851487158490
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front rack end has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass90,884 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    90,884 miles
    Test number
    293247503465
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail90,868 miles (+1,929)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,868 miles
    Test number
    133514389931
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass88,939 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    88,939 miles
    Test number
    308900266651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail88,906 miles (+1,793)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,906 miles
    Test number
    147113053551
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  11. Pass87,113 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    87,113 miles
    Test number
    787229918094
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail87,113 miles (+2,273)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,113 miles
    Test number
    882539347083
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass84,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    84,840 miles
    Test number
    486493598372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail84,840 miles (+4,526)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,840 miles
    Test number
    293655592981
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorUpper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass80,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    80,314 miles
    Test number
    579435245264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail80,311 miles (+3,261)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,311 miles
    Test number
    489625983082
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  17. Pass77,050 miles (+3,247)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    77,050 miles
    Test number
    289924222200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass73,803 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    73,803 miles
    Test number
    489578825051
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside steering rack inner joint

  19. Fail73,803 miles (+9,451)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,803 miles
    Test number
    420981013374
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside windscreen wiper blade damaged
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside steering rack inner joint

  20. Fail64,352 miles3 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,352 miles
    Test number
    237011915157
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAs above rear belts

  21. Pass64,352 miles (+8,472)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    64,352 miles
    Test number
    707171315101
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAs above rear belts

  22. Fail55,880 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,880 miles
    Test number
    189693514114
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAs above n/s/r
    • NoteRear tyres close to limit

  23. Pass55,880 miles (+8,474)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    55,880 miles
    Test number
    316693414146
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAs above n/s/r
    • NoteRear tyres close to limit

  24. Pass47,406 miles (+4,199)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    47,406 miles
    Test number
    508533413114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,207 miles (+3,936)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    43,207 miles
    Test number
    196377112292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,271 miles (+5,477)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    39,271 miles
    Test number
    175994421264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass33,794 miles (+13,647)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    33,794 miles
    Test number
    694202530278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass20,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    20,147 miles
    Test number
    304241268400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 AZT

Does LR55 AZT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 AZT is valid until 6 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR55 AZT?
The MOT on LR55 AZT is valid until 6 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 AZT done?
LR55 AZT was recorded at 95,334 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 4,389 miles a year.
Has LR55 AZT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 AZT has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 AZT 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 LR55 AZT find?
LR55 AZT passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel suspected n/s steering rack arm.

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