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Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,984 cc

LS04 HPZMOT history

LS04 HPZ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 25 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 59,666 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
59,666 mi
At MOT on 21 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,458 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS04 HPZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
25 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS04 HPZ was last recorded at 59,666 miles on 21 Nov 2025, 1,518 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,148 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,518 miles
Average per year
2,458 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 59,666 miles
  • 2024 – 58,148 miles
  • 2023 – 55,851 miles
  • 2022 – 53,470 miles
  • 2021 – 51,748 miles
  • 2020 – 50,396 miles
  • 2019 – 49,084 miles
  • 2018 – 46,217 miles
  • 2017 – 42,827 miles
  • 2016 – 40,408 miles
  • 2015 – 38,694 miles
  • 2014 – 36,370 miles
  • 2013 – 33,720 miles
  • 2012 – 31,386 miles
  • 2011 – 28,729 miles
  • 2010 – 26,655 miles
  • 2009 – 23,058 miles
  • 2008 – 16,826 miles
  • 2007 – 14,335 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,666 miles
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective wrong size,too long (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake recorded 16%,it may need adjustment or repair.

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,666 miles (+1,518)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    59,666 miles
    Test number
    394230512892
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective wrong size,too long (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake recorded 16%,it may need adjustment or repair.

  2. Pass58,148 miles (+2,297)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    58,148 miles
    Test number
    148445361307
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear REVERSE LAMP
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass55,851 miles (+5)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    55,851 miles
    Test number
    295098969364
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail55,846 miles (+2,376)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,846 miles
    Test number
    280371682278
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass53,470 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    53,470 miles
    Test number
    234585975211
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDES (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail53,467 miles (+1,719)2 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,467 miles
    Test number
    938441383485
    • DangerousFront Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure WALL BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure WALL BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer 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))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH SIDES (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass51,748 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    51,748 miles
    Test number
    695015233879
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail51,748 miles (+1,352)1 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,748 miles
    Test number
    902148262615
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass50,396 miles (+1,312)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    50,396 miles
    Test number
    772354044413
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass49,084 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    49,084 miles
    Test number
    754884124003
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail49,084 miles (+2,867)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,084 miles
    Test number
    976058778678
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass46,217 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    46,217 miles
    Test number
    853132625371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail46,214 miles (+3,387)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,214 miles
    Test number
    121507013129
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  14. Pass42,827 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    42,827 miles
    Test number
    828071157746
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wiper blades show signs deterioration, nearside & offside

  15. Fail42,827 miles (+2,419)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,827 miles
    Test number
    784043073246
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wiper blades show signs deterioration, nearside & offside

  16. Pass40,408 miles (+1,714)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    40,408 miles
    Test number
    103564492820
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass38,694 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    38,694 miles
    Test number
    745895685326
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail38,694 miles (+2,324)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,694 miles
    Test number
    454009339106
    • Repaired at testFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass36,370 miles (+2,650)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    36,370 miles
    Test number
    119569424355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail33,720 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,720 miles
    Test number
    377271133334
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass33,720 miles (+2,334)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    33,720 miles
    Test number
    419241333411
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass31,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    31,386 miles
    Test number
    615130372291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail31,386 miles (+2,657)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,386 miles
    Test number
    779990272242
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

  24. Pass28,729 miles (+2,074)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    28,729 miles
    Test number
    246413971276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail26,655 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,655 miles
    Test number
    370652670208
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBoth N/S/R & O/S/R Tyres show signs of age deterioration.

  26. Pass26,655 miles (+3,597)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    26,655 miles
    Test number
    733782670287
    • NoteBoth N/S/R & O/S/R Tyres show signs of age deterioration.

  27. Pass23,058 miles (+6,232)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    23,058 miles
    Test number
    823563979224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass16,826 miles (+2,491)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    16,826 miles
    Test number
    441634368142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass14,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    14,335 miles
    Test number
    822164467174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS04 HPZ

Does LS04 HPZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS04 HPZ is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS04 HPZ?
The MOT on LS04 HPZ is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS04 HPZ done?
LS04 HPZ was recorded at 59,666 miles at its MOT on 21 Nov 2025, an average of 2,458 miles a year.
Has LS04 HPZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS04 HPZ has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LS04 HPZ 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 LS04 HPZ find?
LS04 HPZ passed its latest MOT on 21 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen wiper blade defective wrong size,too long; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 2 more.

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