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Beige · Petrol · 2004 · 1,596 cc

LS54 VWOMOT history

LS54 VWO is a beige petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 26 Nov 2004. Its MOT expired on 8 May 2021 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 189,219 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 8 May 2021
Mileage
189,219 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2021
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
11,608 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS54 VWO
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
26 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 May 2021
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS54 VWO was last recorded at 189,219 miles on 3 Dec 2021, 102,859 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,360 miles · 24 Apr 2020
Between the last two tests
102,859 miles
Average per year
11,608 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 189,219 miles
  • 2020 – 86,360 miles
  • 2019 – 80,206 miles
  • 2018 – 74,230 miles
  • 2016 – 72,439 miles
  • 2015 – 70,327 miles
  • 2014 – 67,827 miles
  • 2013 – 63,397 miles
  • 2012 – 57,254 miles
  • 2011 – 52,180 miles
  • 2010 – 43,493 miles
  • 2009 – 38,837 miles
  • 2008 – 33,811 miles
  • 2007 – 26,271 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail189,219 miles
  • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged both covers missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective middle (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both top strut mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 20 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail189,219 miles (+102,859)10 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,219 miles
    Test number
    787369234012
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged both covers missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective middle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both top strut mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass86,360 miles (+6,154)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2021
    Odometer
    86,360 miles
    Test number
    889434559171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))

  3. Pass80,206 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2020
    Odometer
    80,206 miles
    Test number
    364252609902
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail80,206 miles (+5,976)2 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,206 miles
    Test number
    573076803533
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass74,230 miles (+1,791)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    74,230 miles
    Test number
    449300227247
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracked
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and cracked (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and cracked (4.1.E.1)

  6. Pass72,439 miles (+2,112)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    72,439 miles
    Test number
    711770923012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  7. Pass70,327 miles (+2,500)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    70,327 miles
    Test number
    976251863467
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass67,827 miles (+4,430)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    67,827 miles
    Test number
    505337284232
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass63,397 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    63,397 miles
    Test number
    196831263250
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Fail63,397 miles (+6,143)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,397 miles
    Test number
    515380163255
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass57,254 miles (+5,074)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    57,254 miles
    Test number
    135014862208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,180 miles (+8,687)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    52,180 miles
    Test number
    509580091247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,493 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    43,493 miles
    Test number
    560961590201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail43,486 miles (+4,649)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,486 miles
    Test number
    300176380408
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteSRS light illuminated

  15. Pass38,837 miles (+5,026)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    38,837 miles
    Test number
    254013629349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass33,811 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    33,811 miles
    Test number
    710314528339
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyre wear
    • NoteSurface cracking in tread area's of all four tyres

  17. Fail33,811 miles (+7,540)1 dangerous3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,811 miles
    Test number
    340854528337
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front tyre wear
    • NoteSurface cracking in tread area's of all four tyres

  18. Pass26,271 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    26,271 miles
    Test number
    780924427324
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about LS54 VWO

Does LS54 VWO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS54 VWO expired on 8 May 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS54 VWO?
The MOT on LS54 VWO expired on 8 May 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS54 VWO done?
LS54 VWO was recorded at 189,219 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2021, an average of 11,608 miles a year.
Has LS54 VWO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS54 VWO has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LS54 VWO 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 VWO find?
LS54 VWO failed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2021 with 10 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front registration plate missing; front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both; nearside front direction indicator incorrect colour, and 12 more.

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