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Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,984 cc

LT04 LXCMOT history

LT04 LXC is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 30 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 17 Mar 2024 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 101,426 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Mar 2024
Mileage
101,426 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2023
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,577 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT04 LXC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT04 LXC was last recorded at 101,426 miles on 18 Mar 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,423 miles · 7 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
4,577 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 101,426 miles
  • 2022 – 99,817 miles
  • 2021 – 96,368 miles
  • 2019 – 95,156 miles
  • 2018 – 91,667 miles
  • 2017 – 85,104 miles
  • 2016 – 79,625 miles
  • 2015 – 76,996 miles
  • 2014 – 72,041 miles
  • 2013 – 68,872 miles
  • 2012 – 59,997 miles
  • 2011 – 51,750 miles
  • 2010 – 47,175 miles
  • 2009 – 43,556 miles
  • 2008 – 37,236 miles
  • 2007 – 28,658 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,426 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily age cracked and inner sidewall starting to split in places (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryEngine covers and or under trays fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryTested in wet conditionsRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,426 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    101,426 miles
    Test number
    150936635987
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily age cracked and inner sidewall starting to split in places (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and or under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryTested in wet conditions

  2. Fail101,423 miles (+1,606)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,423 miles
    Test number
    148117868453
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside 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 Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily age cracked and inner sidewall starting to split in places (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded heavily corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and or under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryTested in wet conditions

  3. Pass99,817 miles (+3,449)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    99,817 miles
    Test number
    700763244540
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers ad or under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryTested in wet conditions

  4. Pass96,368 miles (+1,212)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    96,368 miles
    Test number
    885349705050
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass95,156 miles (+8)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    95,156 miles
    Test number
    596062379171
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail95,148 miles (+3,481)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,148 miles
    Test number
    962752613247
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass91,667 miles (+6,563)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    91,667 miles
    Test number
    778690119424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  8. Pass85,104 miles (+5,479)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    85,104 miles
    Test number
    511630670803
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on rear sills
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow

  9. Pass79,625 miles (+2,629)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    79,625 miles
    Test number
    429516900363
    • AdvisoryEmissions close to limits

  10. Pass76,996 miles (+4,955)10 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2016
    Odometer
    76,996 miles
    Test number
    758896205194
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust emissions borderline
    • NoteFront washers poor
    • NoteFront wipers poor

  11. Pass72,041 miles (+3,169)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2015
    Odometer
    72,041 miles
    Test number
    347178414137
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished and splitting on sidewall
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Pass68,872 miles (+2,032)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2014
    Odometer
    68,872 miles
    Test number
    725740403183
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded,lipped annd worn
    • NoteOff side rear tyre perished/cracked

  13. Fail66,840 miles (+6,843)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,840 miles
    Test number
    469146393098
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded,lipped annd worn
    • NoteOff side rear tyre perished/cracked

  14. Fail59,997 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,997 miles
    Test number
    746236722197
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass59,997 miles (+8,247)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    59,997 miles
    Test number
    785116622143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass51,750 miles (+4,575)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    51,750 miles
    Test number
    258304221443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass47,175 miles (+3,619)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    47,175 miles
    Test number
    184312410125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,556 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    43,556 miles
    Test number
    280926899018
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteFront pads wearing low
    • NoteHeadlight aimss on upper limits

  19. Fail43,556 miles (+6,320)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,556 miles
    Test number
    541866199043
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteFront pads wearing low
    • NoteHeadlight aimss on upper limits

  20. Pass37,236 miles (+8,578)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    37,236 miles
    Test number
    254114998005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,658 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    28,658 miles
    Test number
    993214617161
    • NoteBoth rear tryes starting to distort

Questions about LT04 LXC

Does LT04 LXC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LT04 LXC expired on 17 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LT04 LXC?
The MOT on LT04 LXC expired on 17 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LT04 LXC done?
LT04 LXC was recorded at 101,426 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2023, an average of 4,577 miles a year.
Has LT04 LXC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT04 LXC has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LT04 LXC 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 LT04 LXC find?
LT04 LXC passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2023 with 5 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded heavily corroded; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing heavily age cracked and inner sidewall starting to split in places; offside rear coil spring corroded heavily corroded, and 2 more.

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