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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,984 cc

LR55 JZTMOT history

LR55 JZT is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 28 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 3 Aug 2026 and it has passed 16 of 30 MOT tests, with 100,519 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Aug 2026
Mileage
100,519 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2025
MOT tests
30
16 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,794 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 JZT
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
28 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 JZT was last recorded at 100,519 miles on 4 Aug 2025, 114 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,405 miles · 25 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
114 miles
Average per year
4,794 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 100,519 miles
  • 2024 – 92,673 miles
  • 2023 – 89,378 miles
  • 2022 – 84,395 miles
  • 2021 – 78,245 miles
  • 2020 – 74,014 miles
  • 2019 – 68,847 miles
  • 2018 – 62,181 miles
  • 2017 – 56,419 miles
  • 2016 – 46,402 miles
  • 2015 – 37,142 miles
  • 2014 – 30,705 miles
  • 2013 – 30,232 miles
  • 2011 – 28,655 miles
  • 2009 – 25,771 miles
  • 2008 – 19,904 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,519 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake efficiency lowRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 10 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,519 miles (+114)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    100,519 miles
    Test number
    819683847572
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake efficiency low

  2. Fail100,405 miles (+7,732)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,405 miles
    Test number
    242569978213
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake valve leaking (1.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear park brake efficiency low

  3. Pass92,673 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    92,673 miles
    Test number
    198660276586
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail92,673 miles (+3,295)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,673 miles
    Test number
    550256686603
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass89,378 miles (+4)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    89,378 miles
    Test number
    912559152445
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail89,374 miles (+4,979)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,374 miles
    Test number
    691395103890
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass84,395 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    84,395 miles
    Test number
    863179491538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail84,381 miles (+6,136)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,381 miles
    Test number
    127434687888
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both headlamps (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass78,245 miles (+18)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    78,245 miles
    Test number
    581072852712
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail78,227 miles (+4,213)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,227 miles
    Test number
    854861988494
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass74,014 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    74,014 miles
    Test number
    625985277108
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail74,014 miles (+5,167)1 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,014 miles
    Test number
    568067618838
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass68,847 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    68,847 miles
    Test number
    459360157347
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Fail68,834 miles (+6,653)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,834 miles
    Test number
    118413372220
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass62,181 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    62,181 miles
    Test number
    979142253709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail62,173 miles (+5,754)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,173 miles
    Test number
    202201746154
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass56,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    56,419 miles
    Test number
    321429621567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail56,419 miles (+10,017)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,419 miles
    Test number
    164587853731
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour 581 orange bulb (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working 501 bulb (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass46,402 miles (+9,260)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    46,402 miles
    Test number
    396926017469
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass37,142 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    37,142 miles
    Test number
    457432575026
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Fail37,142 miles (+6,437)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,142 miles
    Test number
    668762975019
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass30,705 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    30,705 miles
    Test number
    515394384091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail30,705 miles (+473)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,705 miles
    Test number
    636814484064
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  24. Pass30,232 miles (+1,577)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    30,232 miles
    Test number
    478717683047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    28,655 miles
    Test number
    297819971250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail28,655 miles (+2,884)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,655 miles
    Test number
    518949771247
    • FailureFront Tyre has had the tread recut (4.1.D.1c)

  27. Pass25,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    25,771 miles
    Test number
    874136199200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail25,771 miles (+5,867)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,771 miles
    Test number
    312826099204
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • NoteN/S/F INDICATOR HAS CONDESATION NOT AFFECTING COLOUR OR OPERATION AT TIME OF TEST
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing unevenly on inner and outer edges

  29. Pass19,904 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    19,904 miles
    Test number
    192394888242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail19,904 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,904 miles
    Test number
    694484388222
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LR55 JZT

Does LR55 JZT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 JZT expired on 3 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 JZT?
The MOT on LR55 JZT expired on 3 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 JZT done?
LR55 JZT was recorded at 100,519 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2025, an average of 4,794 miles a year.
Has LR55 JZT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 JZT has failed 14 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 JZT 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 JZT find?
LR55 JZT passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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