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Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,398 cc

LS05 RZMMOT history

LS05 RZM is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 24 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 101,672 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
101,672 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,080 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS05 RZM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS05 RZM was last recorded at 101,672 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,668 miles · 2 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
4,080 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,672 miles
  • 2025 – 96,136 miles
  • 2024 – 90,730 miles
  • 2023 – 87,193 miles
  • 2022 – 84,046 miles
  • 2021 – 81,129 miles
  • 2020 – 77,114 miles
  • 2019 – 74,014 miles
  • 2018 – 70,222 miles
  • 2017 – 66,637 miles
  • 2016 – 60,853 miles
  • 2015 – 55,557 miles
  • 2014 – 51,080 miles
  • 2013 – 47,468 miles
  • 2012 – 44,122 miles
  • 2011 – 43,407 miles
  • 2010 – 36,142 miles
  • 2009 – 33,030 miles
  • 2008 – 29,124 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,672 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Undertray not fully secure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Side repeater not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass101,672 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    101,672 miles
    Test number
    547563982799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail101,668 miles (+5,532)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,668 miles
    Test number
    317709409013
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass96,136 miles (+5,406)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    96,136 miles
    Test number
    361460343666
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass90,730 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    90,730 miles
    Test number
    804015750938
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail90,730 miles (+3,537)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,730 miles
    Test number
    784217855946
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUndertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass87,193 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    87,193 miles
    Test number
    161066007933
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail87,193 miles (+3,147)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,193 miles
    Test number
    710145905532
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass84,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    84,046 miles
    Test number
    421292146531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail84,046 miles (+2,917)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,046 miles
    Test number
    693333412662
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn bold on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass81,129 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    81,129 miles
    Test number
    848416943775
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail81,129 miles (+4,015)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,129 miles
    Test number
    584719050171
    • DangerousTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass77,114 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2021
    Odometer
    77,114 miles
    Test number
    645646872604
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail77,114 miles (+3,100)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,114 miles
    Test number
    918078895018
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass74,014 miles (+68)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    74,014 miles
    Test number
    703946904240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail73,946 miles (+3,724)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,946 miles
    Test number
    688653833776
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  16. Pass70,222 miles (+3,585)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    70,222 miles
    Test number
    415969388317
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge

  17. Pass66,637 miles (+5,784)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2018
    Odometer
    66,637 miles
    Test number
    415678807392
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  18. Pass60,853 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    60,853 miles
    Test number
    533202810132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished

  19. Fail60,853 miles (+5,296)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,853 miles
    Test number
    118989965949
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished

  20. Pass55,557 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    55,557 miles
    Test number
    205091345416
    • NoteN/S/F Tyre Sidewall Perished
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre Sidewall Perished

  21. Fail55,557 miles (+4,477)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,557 miles
    Test number
    608521945125
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteN/S/F Tyre Sidewall Perished
    • NoteO/S/F Tyre Sidewall Perished

  22. Pass51,080 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    51,080 miles
    Test number
    106096864282
    • NoteCracking o/s/r tyre outerwall

  23. Fail51,080 miles (+3,612)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,080 miles
    Test number
    445323464296
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • NoteCracking o/s/r tyre outerwall

  24. Fail47,468 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,468 miles
    Test number
    716744953282
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  25. Pass47,468 miles (+3,346)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    47,468 miles
    Test number
    887604053292
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  26. Pass44,122 miles (+715)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    44,122 miles
    Test number
    308903162251
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass43,407 miles (+7,265)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    43,407 miles
    Test number
    335210151254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass36,142 miles (+3,112)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    36,142 miles
    Test number
    111186340292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass33,030 miles (+3,906)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    33,030 miles
    Test number
    330946649473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass29,124 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    29,124 miles
    Test number
    764954048100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS05 RZM

Does LS05 RZM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS05 RZM is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS05 RZM?
The MOT on LS05 RZM is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS05 RZM done?
LS05 RZM was recorded at 101,672 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 4,080 miles a year.
Has LS05 RZM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS05 RZM has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LS05 RZM 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 LS05 RZM find?
LS05 RZM passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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