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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,595 cc

LX03 LXVMOT history

LX03 LXV is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 27 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 66,264 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
66,264 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,968 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX03 LXV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX03 LXV was last recorded at 66,264 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 2,903 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,361 miles · 7 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,903 miles
Average per year
2,968 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,264 miles
  • 2025 – 63,361 miles
  • 2024 – 60,333 miles
  • 2023 – 58,384 miles
  • 2022 – 56,439 miles
  • 2021 – 54,141 miles
  • 2020 – 44,133 miles
  • 2019 – 39,174 miles
  • 2018 – 33,229 miles
  • 2017 – 29,059 miles
  • 2016 – 23,369 miles
  • 2015 – 22,753 miles
  • 2014 – 21,431 miles
  • 2013 – 19,777 miles
  • 2012 – 18,652 miles
  • 2011 – 16,655 miles
  • 2010 – 14,838 miles
  • 2009 – 13,431 miles
  • 2008 – 10,989 miles
  • 2007 – 8,461 miles
  • 2006 – 6,582 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,264 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 28 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,264 miles (+2,903)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    66,264 miles
    Test number
    658695801453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass63,361 miles (+3,028)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    63,361 miles
    Test number
    422284794099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass60,333 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    60,333 miles
    Test number
    597649860916
    • AdvisoryExcess travel on brake pedal
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Fail60,333 miles (+1,949)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,333 miles
    Test number
    957118890246
    • DangerousAirbag light does not illuminate on 2nd key turn
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Also track rod has play (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExcess travel on brake pedal
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Pass58,384 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    58,384 miles
    Test number
    291215508072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail58,384 miles (+1,945)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,384 miles
    Test number
    100552064005
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass56,439 miles (+2,298)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    56,439 miles
    Test number
    697770932240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass54,141 miles (+10,008)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    54,141 miles
    Test number
    233605260533
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  9. Pass44,133 miles (+4,959)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    44,133 miles
    Test number
    291455031101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass39,174 miles (+5,945)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    39,174 miles
    Test number
    405779238719
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass33,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    33,229 miles
    Test number
    284474218088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail33,229 miles (+4,170)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,229 miles
    Test number
    114299305237
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass29,059 miles (+5,690)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    29,059 miles
    Test number
    941800012098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass23,369 miles (+616)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    23,369 miles
    Test number
    797864706987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass22,753 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    22,753 miles
    Test number
    366656265144
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail22,726 miles (+1,295)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,726 miles
    Test number
    729343965158
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass21,431 miles (+1,654)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    21,431 miles
    Test number
    315173664114
    • NoteBoth side rear tyre slightly perished or has slight cracks on side-wall

  18. Pass19,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    19,777 miles
    Test number
    317064563135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail19,777 miles (+1,125)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,777 miles
    Test number
    726174163111
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  20. Pass18,652 miles (+1,997)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    18,652 miles
    Test number
    699984962141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,655 miles (+1,817)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    16,655 miles
    Test number
    695985861124
    • NoteOffside front tyre slightly deteriorated on inner and outer side walls.

  22. Pass14,838 miles (+1,407)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    14,838 miles
    Test number
    691837160162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail13,431 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,431 miles
    Test number
    313040879173
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

  24. Pass13,431 miles (+2,442)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    13,431 miles
    Test number
    710990779182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass10,989 miles (+2,528)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    10,989 miles
    Test number
    832923288131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass8,461 miles (+1,879)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    8,461 miles
    Test number
    564085287124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass6,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    6,582 miles
    Test number
    281909176403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX03 LXV

Does LX03 LXV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX03 LXV is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX03 LXV?
The MOT on LX03 LXV is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX03 LXV done?
LX03 LXV was recorded at 66,264 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 2,968 miles a year.
Has LX03 LXV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX03 LXV has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LX03 LXV 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 LX03 LXV find?
LX03 LXV passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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