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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,595 cc

LU03 JHVMOT history

LU03 JHV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 31 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 7 Oct 2023 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 87,999 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Oct 2023
Mileage
87,999 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2023
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,134 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LU03 JHV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LU03 JHV was last recorded at 87,999 miles on 31 Oct 2023, 3,567 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,432 miles · 7 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
3,567 miles
Average per year
5,134 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 87,999 miles
  • 2022 – 84,432 miles
  • 2021 – 82,918 miles
  • 2020 – 81,951 miles
  • 2019 – 64,498 miles
  • 2018 – 55,579 miles
  • 2017 – 50,640 miles
  • 2016 – 45,813 miles
  • 2015 – 41,239 miles
  • 2014 – 38,623 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail87,999 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective broken off but still supported

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Both head light lens discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Both rear tyres perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front under tray damaged and bolt missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

14 tests since 19 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail87,999 miles (+3,567)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,999 miles
    Test number
    962578826274
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • 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 Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass84,432 miles (+1,514)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    84,432 miles
    Test number
    820300650402
    • AdvisoryAll tyres wearing low,craked and perished 205/55/16
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp beam patterns poor
    • AdvisoryOffside front outer c/v boot poor

  3. Pass82,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    82,918 miles
    Test number
    286085452002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail82,918 miles (+967)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,918 miles
    Test number
    108210936130
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass81,951 miles (+69)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    81,951 miles
    Test number
    258644553442
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective broken off but still supported (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth head light lens discoloured
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryFront under tray damaged and bolt missing

  6. Fail81,882 miles (+17,384)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,882 miles
    Test number
    549873594637
    • MajorBrake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment (1.1.15 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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 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 too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective broken off but still supported (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth head light lens discoloured
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
    • AdvisoryFront under tray damaged and bolt missing
    • AdvisoryO/s/r wheel /brake slightly binding

  7. Pass64,498 miles (+8,919)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    64,498 miles
    Test number
    153896937340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass55,579 miles (+4,939)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    55,579 miles
    Test number
    992856724950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass50,640 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    50,640 miles
    Test number
    836341212613
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fuel filter clamp has been twisted and has dented side of fuel filter but is not causing a leak and is still holding the filter in place

  10. Fail50,640 miles (+4,827)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,640 miles
    Test number
    624024386311
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear fuel filter clamp has been twisted and has dented side of fuel filter but is not causing a leak and is still holding the filter in place

  11. Pass45,813 miles (+4,574)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    45,813 miles
    Test number
    475091653349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass41,239 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    41,239 miles
    Test number
    698489865081
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  13. Fail41,239 miles (+2,616)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,239 miles
    Test number
    516618365027
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  14. Pass38,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    38,623 miles
    Test number
    126178874035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LU03 JHV

Does LU03 JHV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LU03 JHV expired on 7 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LU03 JHV?
The MOT on LU03 JHV expired on 7 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LU03 JHV done?
LU03 JHV was recorded at 87,999 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2023, an average of 5,134 miles a year.
Has LU03 JHV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LU03 JHV has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LU03 JHV 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 LU03 JHV find?
LU03 JHV failed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2023 with 8 major defects and 2 advisories: emissions unable to be completed; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard, and 7 more.

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