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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,596 cc

LR55 WUGMOT history

LR55 WUG is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 19 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 21 Jun 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 74,600 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Jun 2025
Mileage
74,600 mi
At MOT on 22 Jun 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,763 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 WUG
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
19 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 WUG was last recorded at 74,600 miles on 22 Jun 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,600 miles · 12 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,763 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 74,600 miles
  • 2023 – 73,930 miles
  • 2022 – 69,898 miles
  • 2021 – 62,561 miles
  • 2020 – 54,549 miles
  • 2019 – 44,616 miles
  • 2018 – 38,517 miles
  • 2017 – 30,060 miles
  • 2015 – 29,748 miles
  • 2014 – 28,723 miles
  • 2013 – 26,960 miles
  • 2012 – 25,547 miles
  • 2011 – 24,032 miles
  • 2010 – 21,556 miles
  • 2009 – 18,970 miles
  • 2008 – 15,665 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,600 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Fog lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass74,600 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    74,600 miles
    Test number
    732074600357
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  2. Fail74,600 miles (+670)3 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,600 miles
    Test number
    414132259898
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  3. Pass73,930 miles (+4,032)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    73,930 miles
    Test number
    633314561314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass69,898 miles (+7,337)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    69,898 miles
    Test number
    981940831650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass62,561 miles (+316)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    62,561 miles
    Test number
    975253404133
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate letter (W) deteriorated

  6. Fail62,245 miles (+7,696)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,245 miles
    Test number
    548548899336
    • MajorDriver's door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Fog lamp not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate letter (W) deteriorated

  7. Pass54,549 miles (+9,933)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    54,549 miles
    Test number
    281760447939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass44,616 miles (+113)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    44,616 miles
    Test number
    374291011831
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge approx. 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge approx. 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  9. Fail44,503 miles (+5,986)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,503 miles
    Test number
    926467029722
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge approx. 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge approx. 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  10. Pass38,517 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    38,517 miles
    Test number
    894296806864
    • 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)

  11. Fail38,517 miles (+8,457)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,517 miles
    Test number
    929809952162
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)

  12. Pass30,060 miles (+312)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    30,060 miles
    Test number
    304673302367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass29,748 miles (+1,025)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    29,748 miles
    Test number
    158479124261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass28,723 miles (+48)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    28,723 miles
    Test number
    216549504370
    • NoteNsf fog light discoloured

  15. Fail28,675 miles (+1,715)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,675 miles
    Test number
    356705074247
    • DangerousFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass26,960 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    26,960 miles
    Test number
    509573363238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail26,960 miles (+1,413)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,960 miles
    Test number
    538201663291
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteEML warning light on
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking in tyre wall

  18. Pass25,547 miles (+1,515)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    25,547 miles
    Test number
    368305462483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,032 miles (+2,476)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    24,032 miles
    Test number
    608134461243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,556 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    21,556 miles
    Test number
    101589970262
    • 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)

  21. Fail21,556 miles (+2,586)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,556 miles
    Test number
    343469770218
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • 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)

  22. Pass18,970 miles (+3,305)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    18,970 miles
    Test number
    340522969404
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass15,665 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    15,665 miles
    Test number
    143518298230
    • NoteWiper blades smearing slightly

Questions about LR55 WUG

Does LR55 WUG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 WUG expired on 21 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 WUG?
The MOT on LR55 WUG expired on 21 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 WUG done?
LR55 WUG was recorded at 74,600 miles at its MOT on 22 Jun 2024, an average of 3,763 miles a year.
Has LR55 WUG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 WUG has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LR55 WUG 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 WUG find?
LR55 WUG passed its latest MOT on 22 Jun 2024 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 2 more.

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