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Beige · Petrol · 2004 · 1,596 cc

LS54 VVUMOT history

LS54 VVU is a beige petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 4 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 6 Jul 2024 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 66,342 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Jul 2024
Mileage
66,342 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2023
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,236 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS54 VVU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
4 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS54 VVU was last recorded at 66,342 miles on 7 Jul 2023, 9,233 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,109 miles · 4 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
9,233 miles
Average per year
3,236 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 66,342 miles
  • 2022 – 57,109 miles
  • 2020 – 54,446 miles
  • 2019 – 52,405 miles
  • 2018 – 46,624 miles
  • 2017 – 45,299 miles
  • 2016 – 39,814 miles
  • 2015 – 35,254 miles
  • 2014 – 30,393 miles
  • 2013 – 27,253 miles
  • 2012 – 26,461 miles
  • 2011 – 25,704 miles
  • 2009 – 23,570 miles
  • 2008 – 20,384 miles
  • 2007 – 15,719 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,342 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Outer sill damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    66,342 miles
    Test number
    280259764577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail66,342 miles (+9,233)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,342 miles
    Test number
    107788331851
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass57,109 miles3 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    57,109 miles
    Test number
    638270035866
    • MinorNearside Outer Headlamp lens slightly defective Deteriorated. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Split. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Headlamp lens slightly defective Deteriorated. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail57,109 miles (+2,663)2 repaired3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,109 miles
    Test number
    286584571024
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Outer Headlamp lens slightly defective Deteriorated. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Split. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Headlamp lens slightly defective Deteriorated. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass54,446 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    54,446 miles
    Test number
    679611933298
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill damaged

  6. Fail54,446 miles (+2,041)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,446 miles
    Test number
    727249804108
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass52,405 miles (+5,781)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    52,405 miles
    Test number
    925163758202
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass46,624 miles (+1,325)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    46,624 miles
    Test number
    392219432876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass45,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    45,299 miles
    Test number
    775629343345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail45,299 miles (+5,485)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,299 miles
    Test number
    751581775619
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  11. Pass39,814 miles (+4,560)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    39,814 miles
    Test number
    475276746064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass35,254 miles (+4,861)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    35,254 miles
    Test number
    486275314220
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass30,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    30,393 miles
    Test number
    358122124378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail30,393 miles (+3,140)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,393 miles
    Test number
    909151924309
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  15. Pass27,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    27,253 miles
    Test number
    748129013308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail27,253 miles (+792)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,253 miles
    Test number
    726979913375
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteDue to the excessive wear of the front tyres (at the inner edges) I would advise a steering geometry check to be undertaken

  17. Pass26,461 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    26,461 miles
    Test number
    896104932389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail26,461 miles (+757)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,461 miles
    Test number
    865864032367
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass25,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    25,704 miles
    Test number
    779331501336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail25,703 miles (+2,133)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,703 miles
    Test number
    876941701300
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFront number plate insecure

  21. Pass23,570 miles (+3,186)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    23,570 miles
    Test number
    444848039493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,384 miles (+4,665)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    20,384 miles
    Test number
    930450828351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    15,719 miles
    Test number
    170438017317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS54 VVU

Does LS54 VVU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS54 VVU expired on 6 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS54 VVU?
The MOT on LS54 VVU expired on 6 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS54 VVU done?
LS54 VVU was recorded at 66,342 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2023, an average of 3,236 miles a year.
Has LS54 VVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS54 VVU has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LS54 VVU 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 VVU find?
LS54 VVU passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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