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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,596 cc

LR55 HFUMOT history

LR55 HFU is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 14 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 95,177 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jun 2027
Mileage
95,177 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,924 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 HFU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 HFU was last recorded at 95,177 miles on 21 May 2026, 4,324 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Sept 2017: 11,025 miles, lower than 49,557 miles on 26 Sept 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
90,853 miles · 9 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,324 miles
Average per year
4,924 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,177 miles
  • 2025 – 90,853 miles
  • 2024 – 85,856 miles
  • 2023 – 80,828 miles
  • 2022 – 75,654 miles
  • 2021 – 71,300 miles
  • 2019 – 65,382 miles
  • 2017 – 11,025 miles
  • 2016 – 49,557 miles
  • 2015 – 46,148 miles
  • 2014 – 41,537 miles
  • 2013 – 37,727 miles
  • 2012 – 33,951 miles
  • 2011 – 30,480 miles
  • 2010 – 17,788 miles
  • 2009 – 10,158 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,177 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 12 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,177 miles (+4,324)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    95,177 miles
    Test number
    729308300820
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass90,853 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    90,853 miles
    Test number
    332794807973
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail90,853 miles (+4,997)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,853 miles
    Test number
    374495295501
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass85,856 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    85,856 miles
    Test number
    618423208938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail85,856 miles (+5,028)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,856 miles
    Test number
    708882771716
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass80,828 miles (+5,174)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    80,828 miles
    Test number
    854864038774
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  7. Pass75,654 miles (+4,354)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    75,654 miles
    Test number
    872019771611
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking on side wall (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass71,300 miles (+5,918)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    71,300 miles
    Test number
    836375210591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass65,382 miles (+54,357)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    65,382 miles
    Test number
    976588804108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner plastic cover lose
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hand brake lever not on rest when handbrake off

  10. Pass11,025 miles (-38,532)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    11,025 miles
    Test number
    938371264553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass49,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    49,557 miles
    Test number
    673141992963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail49,557 miles (+3,409)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,557 miles
    Test number
    349748700059
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  13. Pass46,148 miles (+4,611)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    46,148 miles
    Test number
    755391048879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass41,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    41,537 miles
    Test number
    356638164262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail41,537 miles (+3,810)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,537 miles
    Test number
    679908164251
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass37,727 miles (+3,776)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    37,727 miles
    Test number
    386234963413
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust mid mount worn

  17. Pass33,951 miles (+3,471)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    33,951 miles
    Test number
    387244662428
    • NoteO/s/f mirror/ind cover damaged

  18. Pass30,480 miles (+12,692)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    30,480 miles
    Test number
    105106651294
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped

  19. Pass17,788 miles (+7,630)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    17,788 miles
    Test number
    701444750095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass10,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    10,158 miles
    Test number
    141833849050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 HFU

Does LR55 HFU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 HFU is valid until 8 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 HFU?
The MOT on LR55 HFU is valid until 8 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 HFU done?
LR55 HFU was recorded at 95,177 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 4,924 miles a year.
Has LR55 HFU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 HFU has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 HFU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Sept 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR55 HFU find?
LR55 HFU passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both sides; central exhaust mounting defective; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 1 more.

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