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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,596 cc

LR55 FHUMOT history

LR55 FHU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 12 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 22 Feb 2024 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 88,275 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Feb 2024
Mileage
88,275 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2023
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,774 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 FHU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 FHU was last recorded at 88,275 miles on 23 Feb 2023, 2,551 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,724 miles · 15 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
2,551 miles
Average per year
4,774 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 88,275 miles
  • 2022 – 85,724 miles
  • 2021 – 83,565 miles
  • 2020 – 79,208 miles
  • 2019 – 76,385 miles
  • 2018 – 73,091 miles
  • 2017 – 69,254 miles
  • 2016 – 64,294 miles
  • 2015 – 60,411 miles
  • 2014 – 54,518 miles
  • 2013 – 48,495 miles
  • 2012 – 44,357 miles
  • 2011 – 32,508 miles
  • 2009 – 24,958 miles
  • 2008 – 19,718 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,275 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 14 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,275 miles (+2,551)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    88,275 miles
    Test number
    871433687746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass85,724 miles (+2,159)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    85,724 miles
    Test number
    719765081361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass83,565 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    83,565 miles
    Test number
    352266856654
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail83,565 miles (+4,357)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,565 miles
    Test number
    258282132656
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass79,208 miles (+2,823)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    79,208 miles
    Test number
    518560923610
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside wing repeater indicator damaged

  6. Pass76,385 miles (+3,294)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    76,385 miles
    Test number
    608630327737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass73,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    73,091 miles
    Test number
    587842350970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail73,091 miles (+3,837)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,091 miles
    Test number
    546897585043
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  9. Pass69,254 miles (+4,960)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    69,254 miles
    Test number
    382390954933
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass64,294 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    64,294 miles
    Test number
    401241495893
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment N/S + O/S (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S + O/S (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering Arm Has Slight Play

  11. Fail64,294 miles (+3,883)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,294 miles
    Test number
    292936373343
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment N/S + O/S (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S + O/S (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering Arm Has Slight Play

  12. Pass60,411 miles (+5,893)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    60,411 miles
    Test number
    278329585016
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteFront Wipers Slightly Worn

  13. Pass54,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    54,518 miles
    Test number
    439827484030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail54,518 miles (+6,023)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,518 miles
    Test number
    816967684032
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  15. Pass48,495 miles (+4,138)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    48,495 miles
    Test number
    398047383029
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass44,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    44,357 miles
    Test number
    626157482078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail44,357 miles (+11,849)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,357 miles
    Test number
    139947182071
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass32,508 miles (+7,550)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    32,508 miles
    Test number
    816870791025
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front tyre; outter tread wear

  19. Pass24,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    24,958 miles
    Test number
    851711089215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail24,958 miles (+5,240)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,958 miles
    Test number
    792750189235
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  21. Pass19,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    19,718 miles
    Test number
    933288488205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail19,718 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,718 miles
    Test number
    294918588239
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LR55 FHU

Does LR55 FHU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 FHU expired on 22 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 FHU?
The MOT on LR55 FHU expired on 22 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 FHU done?
LR55 FHU was recorded at 88,275 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2023, an average of 4,774 miles a year.
Has LR55 FHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 FHU has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on LR55 FHU 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 FHU find?
LR55 FHU passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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