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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,596 cc

LR55 MVCMOT history

LR55 MVC is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 24 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 5 Sept 2024 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 118,269 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Sept 2024
Mileage
118,269 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2023
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,783 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 MVC
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
24 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 MVC was last recorded at 118,269 miles on 1 Sept 2023, 2,448 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,821 miles · 31 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
2,448 miles
Average per year
5,783 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 118,269 miles
  • 2022 – 115,821 miles
  • 2021 – 113,942 miles
  • 2020 – 111,952 miles
  • 2019 – 108,492 miles
  • 2018 – 103,411 miles
  • 2017 – 98,192 miles
  • 2016 – 90,963 miles
  • 2015 – 86,645 miles
  • 2014 – 82,068 miles
  • 2013 – 75,271 miles
  • 2012 – 67,323 miles
  • 2011 – 59,902 miles
  • 2010 – 45,917 miles
  • 2009 – 40,877 miles
  • 2008 – 32,644 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,269 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside and offside front sills damage and corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass118,269 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    118,269 miles
    Test number
    655886602239
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail118,269 miles (+2,448)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,269 miles
    Test number
    497932984001
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass115,821 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    115,821 miles
    Test number
    103583167574
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front sills damage and corroded

  4. Fail115,821 miles (+1,879)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,821 miles
    Test number
    286423924516
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front sills damage and corroded

  5. Pass113,942 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    113,942 miles
    Test number
    150784744325
    • AdvisoryOffside cill damaged

  6. Fail113,942 miles (+1,990)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,942 miles
    Test number
    123510794684
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside cill damaged

  7. Pass111,952 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    111,952 miles
    Test number
    397545644737
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

  8. Fail111,952 miles (+3,460)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,952 miles
    Test number
    942460060128
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass108,492 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    108,492 miles
    Test number
    987972877765
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail108,492 miles (+5,081)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,492 miles
    Test number
    580461604488
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass103,411 miles (+5,219)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    103,411 miles
    Test number
    915725642894
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust mounting corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass98,192 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    98,192 miles
    Test number
    158815718082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail98,192 miles (+7,229)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,192 miles
    Test number
    466387693084
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass90,963 miles (+4,318)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    90,963 miles
    Test number
    147149166850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass86,645 miles (+97)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    86,645 miles
    Test number
    587197551060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail86,548 miles (+4,480)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,548 miles
    Test number
    168826740129
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass82,068 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    82,068 miles
    Test number
    866119044267
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail82,068 miles (+6,797)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,068 miles
    Test number
    329219544485
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  19. Pass75,271 miles (+7,948)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    75,271 miles
    Test number
    697885633241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass67,323 miles (+7,421)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    67,323 miles
    Test number
    319305432257
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass59,902 miles (+13,985)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    59,902 miles
    Test number
    355531731403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres treads cracking.
    • NoteN/s/r and /o/s/r brake discs slighty corroded.

  22. Pass45,917 miles (+5,040)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    45,917 miles
    Test number
    474019130234
    • NoteNote o/s parking brake reading
    • NoteRear tyres at 3mm slight stepping inner/outter

  23. Pass40,877 miles (+8,233)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    40,877 miles
    Test number
    793506639291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    32,644 miles
    Test number
    541465718300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 MVC

Does LR55 MVC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 MVC expired on 5 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 MVC?
The MOT on LR55 MVC expired on 5 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 MVC done?
LR55 MVC was recorded at 118,269 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2023, an average of 5,783 miles a year.
Has LR55 MVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 MVC has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LR55 MVC 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 MVC find?
LR55 MVC passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2023 with 1 advisory: rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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