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Beige · Petrol · 2009 · 1,595 cc

LS59 MLSMOT history

LS59 MLS is a beige petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 10 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 117,330 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2027
Mileage
117,330 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,266 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 MLS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
10 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 MLS was last recorded at 117,330 miles on 20 Oct 2026, 5,639 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,691 miles · 31 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,639 miles
Average per year
7,266 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,330 miles
  • 2025 – 111,691 miles
  • 2024 – 103,918 miles
  • 2023 – 95,447 miles
  • 2022 – 87,727 miles
  • 2021 – 80,056 miles
  • 2020 – 73,213 miles
  • 2019 – 67,262 miles
  • 2018 – 59,812 miles
  • 2017 – 51,695 miles
  • 2016 – 45,475 miles
  • 2015 – 39,924 miles
  • 2014 – 31,039 miles
  • 2013 – 23,810 miles
  • 2012 – 14,677 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,330 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front SHOCKER

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 Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,330 miles (+5,639)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    117,330 miles
    Test number
    507680105648
    • AdvisoryOffside Front SHOCKER

  2. Pass111,691 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    111,691 miles
    Test number
    991961529861
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail111,691 miles (+7,773)1 dangerous1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,691 miles
    Test number
    940978737925
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass103,918 miles (+2)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    103,918 miles
    Test number
    694827525125
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • 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))

  5. Fail103,916 miles (+8,469)1 dangerous4 major4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,916 miles
    Test number
    983013157889
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  6. Pass95,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    95,447 miles
    Test number
    948528881272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail95,447 miles (+7,720)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,447 miles
    Test number
    960679473261
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

  8. Pass87,727 miles (+395)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    87,727 miles
    Test number
    670024276545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail87,332 miles (+7,276)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,332 miles
    Test number
    467528676018
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass80,056 miles (+6,843)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    80,056 miles
    Test number
    679752981000
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted..
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass73,213 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    73,213 miles
    Test number
    991757233002
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower wishbone rear bushes starting to deteriorate.
    • AdvisoryN/S rear tyre pressure low.
    • AdvisoryN/S rear tyre wearing heavily on outer edge and starting to perish.
    • AdvisoryNail in N/S rear tyre.

  12. Fail73,213 miles (+5,951)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,213 miles
    Test number
    572407046490
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower wishbone rear bushes starting to deteriorate.
    • AdvisoryN/S rear tyre pressure low.
    • AdvisoryN/S rear tyre wearing heavily on outer edge and starting to perish.
    • AdvisoryNail in N/S rear tyre.

  13. Pass67,262 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    67,262 miles
    Test number
    320822212376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail67,262 miles (+7,450)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,262 miles
    Test number
    536614132205
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass59,812 miles (+8,117)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    59,812 miles
    Test number
    150204524533
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  16. Pass51,695 miles (+6,220)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    51,695 miles
    Test number
    192200632405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass45,475 miles (+5,551)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    45,475 miles
    Test number
    762365695124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,924 miles (+8,885)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    39,924 miles
    Test number
    680476832905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,039 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    31,039 miles
    Test number
    159657944237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail31,038 miles (+7,228)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,038 miles
    Test number
    248597244281
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass23,810 miles (+9,133)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    23,810 miles
    Test number
    827349043297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,677 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    14,677 miles
    Test number
    828887342235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS59 MLS

Does LS59 MLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 MLS is valid until 30 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS59 MLS?
The MOT on LS59 MLS is valid until 30 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 MLS done?
LS59 MLS was recorded at 117,330 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2026, an average of 7,266 miles a year.
Has LS59 MLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 MLS has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LS59 MLS 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 LS59 MLS find?
LS59 MLS passed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front shocker.

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