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Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,984 cc

LS55 PDKMOT history

LS55 PDK is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 8 Feb 2006. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 101,900 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
101,900 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,074 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 PDK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
8 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 PDK was last recorded at 101,900 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,899 miles · 2 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,074 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,900 miles
  • 2025 – 98,052 miles
  • 2024 – 92,632 miles
  • 2023 – 85,889 miles
  • 2022 – 75,324 miles
  • 2020 – 68,660 miles
  • 2019 – 65,359 miles
  • 2018 – 63,317 miles
  • 2017 – 63,031 miles
  • 2016 – 59,373 miles
  • 2015 – 56,147 miles
  • 2014 – 51,800 miles
  • 2013 – 49,498 miles
  • 2012 – 41,055 miles
  • 2011 – 36,184 miles
  • 2010 – 26,294 miles
  • 2009 – 15,688 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,900 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, 2025–2026

  • Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Engine Management Light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,900 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    101,900 miles
    Test number
    530813694537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail101,899 miles (+3,847)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,899 miles
    Test number
    304218293273
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  3. Pass98,052 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    98,052 miles
    Test number
    881751263636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail98,011 miles (+5,379)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,011 miles
    Test number
    182228619070
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  5. Pass92,632 miles (+6,743)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    92,632 miles
    Test number
    564721991820
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass85,889 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    85,889 miles
    Test number
    355549812837
    • AdvisoryDent in offside sill
    • AdvisoryTape has been applied to nearside rear wheelarch

  7. Fail85,889 miles (+10,565)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,889 miles
    Test number
    901517396285
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDent in offside sill
    • AdvisoryTape has been applied to nearside rear wheelarch

  8. Pass75,324 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    75,324 miles
    Test number
    929473322841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail75,320 miles (+6,660)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,320 miles
    Test number
    199679779121
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass68,660 miles (+3,301)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2021
    Odometer
    68,660 miles
    Test number
    786209147675
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass65,359 miles (+2,042)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    65,359 miles
    Test number
    958324192285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,317 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    63,317 miles
    Test number
    682417043461
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Fail63,317 miles (+286)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,317 miles
    Test number
    602974013675
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass63,031 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    63,031 miles
    Test number
    527694179167
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Light on
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail63,031 miles (+3,658)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,031 miles
    Test number
    746905113374
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Light on
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass59,373 miles (+3,226)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    59,373 miles
    Test number
    194547093475
    • AdvisoryEngine management light is on dash

  17. Pass56,147 miles (+4,347)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    56,147 miles
    Test number
    658443045063
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  18. Pass51,800 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    51,800 miles
    Test number
    655328424034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail51,769 miles (+2,271)2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,769 miles
    Test number
    705212424056
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass49,498 miles (+8,443)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    49,498 miles
    Test number
    777433743001
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass41,055 miles (+4,871)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    41,055 miles
    Test number
    589244442042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,184 miles (+9,890)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    36,184 miles
    Test number
    285009351038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,294 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    26,294 miles
    Test number
    510614950092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail26,294 miles (+10,606)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,294 miles
    Test number
    611724050039
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass15,688 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    15,688 miles
    Test number
    270557439053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail15,688 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,688 miles
    Test number
    481417539075
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Questions about LS55 PDK

Does LS55 PDK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 PDK is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 PDK?
The MOT on LS55 PDK is valid until 24 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 PDK done?
LS55 PDK was recorded at 101,900 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 5,074 miles a year.
Has LS55 PDK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 PDK has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LS55 PDK 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 LS55 PDK find?
LS55 PDK passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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