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Volkswagen Beetle

Red · Petrol · 2009 · 1,596 cc

LT59 HLKMOT history

LT59 HLK is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 5 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 92,379 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Mar 2027
Mileage
92,379 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,064 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT59 HLK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
5 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT59 HLK was last recorded at 92,379 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 3,834 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,545 miles · 10 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,834 miles
Average per year
6,064 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,379 miles
  • 2025 – 88,545 miles
  • 2024 – 84,378 miles
  • 2023 – 80,636 miles
  • 2022 – 76,912 miles
  • 2021 – 72,075 miles
  • 2020 – 67,314 miles
  • 2019 – 58,518 miles
  • 2017 – 46,407 miles
  • 2016 – 35,172 miles
  • 2015 – 24,505 miles
  • 2014 – 19,377 miles
  • 2013 – 14,241 miles
  • 2012 – 11,759 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,379 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear sill areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear sill areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL on underside of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 28 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,379 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    92,379 miles
    Test number
    170237502151
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear sill areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear sill areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail92,379 miles (+3,834)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,379 miles
    Test number
    567693400949
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear sill areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear sill areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass88,545 miles (+4,167)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    88,545 miles
    Test number
    362841662323
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass84,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    84,378 miles
    Test number
    684660575597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail84,378 miles (+3,742)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,378 miles
    Test number
    524063070250
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass80,636 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    80,636 miles
    Test number
    515323427846
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL on underside of vehicle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail80,634 miles (+3,722)3 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,634 miles
    Test number
    965584394623
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rearmost bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL on underside of vehicle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass76,912 miles (+4,837)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    76,912 miles
    Test number
    256726740001
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass72,075 miles (+4,761)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    72,075 miles
    Test number
    804180341795
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass67,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    67,314 miles
    Test number
    387130312626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail67,314 miles (+8,796)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,314 miles
    Test number
    848141703073
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass58,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    58,518 miles
    Test number
    900375585545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail58,518 miles (+12,111)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,518 miles
    Test number
    467958388116
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass46,407 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    46,407 miles
    Test number
    670588809601
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail46,407 miles (+11,235)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,407 miles
    Test number
    361532426877
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass35,172 miles (+10,667)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    35,172 miles
    Test number
    600794632533
    • AdvisoryFront and rear tyres all showing early signs of deteriation
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre tread measured at 1.74mm lowest point (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass24,505 miles (+5,128)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    24,505 miles
    Test number
    102311871093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass19,377 miles (+5,136)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    19,377 miles
    Test number
    477689534355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass14,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    14,241 miles
    Test number
    399215123380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail14,241 miles (+2,482)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,241 miles
    Test number
    515385423385
    • 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)

  21. Pass11,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    11,759 miles
    Test number
    439223632361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LT59 HLK

Does LT59 HLK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT59 HLK is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT59 HLK?
The MOT on LT59 HLK is valid until 22 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT59 HLK done?
LT59 HLK was recorded at 92,379 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 6,064 miles a year.
Has LT59 HLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT59 HLK has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LT59 HLK 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 LT59 HLK find?
LT59 HLK passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased; nearside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear sill areas; offside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear sill areas, and 1 more.

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