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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LS54 RHXMOT history

LS54 RHX is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 30 Nov 2004. Its MOT expired on 7 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 131,293 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Oct 2026
Mileage
131,293 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,874 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS54 RHX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS54 RHX was last recorded at 131,293 miles on 8 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,293 miles · 3 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,874 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 131,293 miles
  • 2024 – 122,670 miles
  • 2023 – 121,888 miles
  • 2022 – 120,317 miles
  • 2021 – 114,357 miles
  • 2020 – 110,808 miles
  • 2019 – 103,236 miles
  • 2018 – 95,396 miles
  • 2017 – 86,111 miles
  • 2016 – 76,449 miles
  • 2015 – 63,986 miles
  • 2014 – 53,422 miles
  • 2013 – 46,143 miles
  • 2012 – 38,184 miles
  • 2011 – 25,970 miles
  • 2010 – 24,058 miles
  • 2009 – 16,969 miles
  • 2008 – 13,737 miles
  • 2007 – 8,338 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,293 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

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.

  • Engine has oil on it

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 19 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,293 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    131,293 miles
    Test number
    368732764581
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Fail131,293 miles (+8,623)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,293 miles
    Test number
    583930652845
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass122,670 miles (+782)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    122,670 miles
    Test number
    285852662714
    • AdvisoryOil leak on engine

  4. Pass121,888 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    121,888 miles
    Test number
    707967145303
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil on it

  5. Fail121,883 miles (+1,566)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,883 miles
    Test number
    981056628892
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working then was working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil on it

  6. Pass120,317 miles (+5,960)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    120,317 miles
    Test number
    387172560630
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass114,357 miles (+3,549)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    114,357 miles
    Test number
    700154761489
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass110,808 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    110,808 miles
    Test number
    221629865755
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail110,808 miles (+7,572)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,808 miles
    Test number
    296420312616
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass103,236 miles (+7,840)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    103,236 miles
    Test number
    801373395436
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Pass95,396 miles (+9,285)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    95,396 miles
    Test number
    310007331404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass86,111 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    86,111 miles
    Test number
    205829059244
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail86,105 miles (+9,656)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,105 miles
    Test number
    220313688898
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated broken (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass76,449 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    76,449 miles
    Test number
    143297103350
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center to rear join (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder sheild insecure

  15. Fail76,449 miles (+12,463)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,449 miles
    Test number
    881666105948
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center to rear join (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder sheild insecure

  16. Pass63,986 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    63,986 miles
    Test number
    358222845070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail63,978 miles (+10,556)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,978 miles
    Test number
    358741645063
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailurePower steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAuxillary belt in poor condition

  18. Pass53,422 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    53,422 miles
    Test number
    979926754064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail53,418 miles (+7,275)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,418 miles
    Test number
    329666554093
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass46,143 miles (+7,959)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    46,143 miles
    Test number
    219923243049
    • 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. Pass38,184 miles (+12,214)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    38,184 miles
    Test number
    458838452038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,970 miles (+1,912)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    25,970 miles
    Test number
    578412551053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,058 miles (+7,089)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    24,058 miles
    Test number
    640292890259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,969 miles (+3,232)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    16,969 miles
    Test number
    123680969222
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass13,737 miles (+5,399)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    13,737 miles
    Test number
    114994928364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass8,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    8,338 miles
    Test number
    393831237353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail8,338 miles2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,338 miles
    Test number
    433163227364
    • 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)
    • Note(ADVISE)SLIGHT IMBALANCE ON FRONT BRAKES.
    • Note(ADVISE)SLIGHT IMBALANCE ON REAR BRAKES.

Questions about LS54 RHX

Does LS54 RHX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS54 RHX expired on 7 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS54 RHX?
The MOT on LS54 RHX expired on 7 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS54 RHX done?
LS54 RHX was recorded at 131,293 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2025, an average of 6,874 miles a year.
Has LS54 RHX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS54 RHX has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LS54 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 LS54 RHX find?
LS54 RHX passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate.

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