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Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,984 cc

LS53 RHXMOT history

LS53 RHX is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 31 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 109,170 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jul 2027
Mileage
109,170 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,248 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 RHX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 RHX was last recorded at 109,170 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 5,496 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,674 miles · 15 May 2024
Between the last two tests
5,496 miles
Average per year
4,248 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,170 miles
  • 2024 – 103,674 miles
  • 2023 – 101,793 miles
  • 2022 – 99,342 miles
  • 2021 – 95,487 miles
  • 2020 – 93,270 miles
  • 2019 – 89,082 miles
  • 2018 – 84,415 miles
  • 2017 – 82,972 miles
  • 2016 – 81,932 miles
  • 2015 – 80,425 miles
  • 2014 – 73,429 miles
  • 2013 – 65,948 miles
  • 2012 – 62,078 miles
  • 2011 – 53,528 miles
  • 2010 – 45,860 miles
  • 2009 – 38,157 miles
  • 2008 – 30,745 miles
  • 2007 – 26,735 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,170 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.

  • MIL lamp on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,170 miles (+5,496)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    109,170 miles
    Test number
    850456153229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass103,674 miles (+1,881)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2025
    Odometer
    103,674 miles
    Test number
    169782867473
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim damaged (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  3. Pass101,793 miles (+2,451)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    101,793 miles
    Test number
    299522890929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass99,342 miles (+3,855)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2023
    Odometer
    99,342 miles
    Test number
    928162278713
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass95,487 miles (+2,217)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2022
    Odometer
    95,487 miles
    Test number
    113579837842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass93,270 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2021
    Odometer
    93,270 miles
    Test number
    818378348950
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight lift in the OS NS front suspension tops

  7. Fail93,270 miles (+4,188)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,270 miles
    Test number
    286281120592
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight lift in the OS NS front suspension tops

  8. Pass89,082 miles (+4,667)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    89,082 miles
    Test number
    773607328360
    • AdvisorySlight lift in the OS NS front strut tops

  9. Pass84,415 miles (+1,443)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    84,415 miles
    Test number
    184433852235
    • AdvisoryMIL lamp on

  10. Pass82,972 miles (+1,040)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    82,972 miles
    Test number
    331454336875
    • AdvisoryMIL lamp on
    • AdvisorySlight lift in front suspension legs

  11. Pass81,932 miles (+1,507)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    81,932 miles
    Test number
    255197090446
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass80,425 miles (+6,996)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    80,425 miles
    Test number
    546167265183
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass73,429 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    73,429 miles
    Test number
    525156534167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail73,426 miles (+7,478)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,426 miles
    Test number
    376935534168
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass65,948 miles (+3,870)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    65,948 miles
    Test number
    496513563150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,078 miles (+8,550)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    62,078 miles
    Test number
    559445292175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,528 miles (+7,668)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    53,528 miles
    Test number
    908962941026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail45,860 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,860 miles
    Test number
    164031640090
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass45,860 miles (+7,703)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    45,860 miles
    Test number
    192861740471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,157 miles (+7,412)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    38,157 miles
    Test number
    240494949067
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass30,745 miles (+4,010)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    30,745 miles
    Test number
    161498828038
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass26,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    26,735 miles
    Test number
    384260747096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 RHX

Does LS53 RHX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 RHX is valid until 6 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS53 RHX?
The MOT on LS53 RHX is valid until 6 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 RHX done?
LS53 RHX was recorded at 109,170 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 4,248 miles a year.
Has LS53 RHX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 RHX has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2020.
Has the mileage on LS53 RHX 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 LS53 RHX find?
LS53 RHX passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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