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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,595 cc

LX03 LXZMOT history

LX03 LXZ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 12 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 14 Dec 2021 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 67,164 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Dec 2021
Mileage
67,164 mi
At MOT on 6 Jan 2022
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,492 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX03 LXZ
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
12 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
6 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX03 LXZ was last recorded at 67,164 miles on 6 Jan 2022, 4,072 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,092 miles · 15 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
4,072 miles
Average per year
3,492 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 67,164 miles
  • 2020 – 63,092 miles
  • 2019 – 58,149 miles
  • 2018 – 55,910 miles
  • 2017 – 53,451 miles
  • 2016 – 49,746 miles
  • 2015 – 45,429 miles
  • 2014 – 40,411 miles
  • 2013 – 38,060 miles
  • 2012 – 34,581 miles
  • 2011 – 31,803 miles
  • 2010 – 28,688 miles
  • 2009 – 25,601 miles
  • 2008 – 20,109 miles
  • 2007 – 14,844 miles
  • 2006 – 11,894 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail67,164 miles
  • DangerousOffside Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryE.M.L light on
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryFront Upper both struts
  • AdvisoryReverse light not working

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail67,164 miles (+4,072)1 dangerous9 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,164 miles
    Test number
    286030662533
    • DangerousOffside Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryE.M.L light on
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper both struts
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working

  2. Pass63,092 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    63,092 miles
    Test number
    473851498881
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail63,091 miles (+4,942)1 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,091 miles
    Test number
    434089551339
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass58,149 miles (+2,239)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    58,149 miles
    Test number
    980774728626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass55,910 miles (+2,459)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    55,910 miles
    Test number
    497713216583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass53,451 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    53,451 miles
    Test number
    147222258863
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  7. Fail53,451 miles (+3,705)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,451 miles
    Test number
    645458765831
    • FailureOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass49,746 miles (+4,317)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    49,746 miles
    Test number
    433724080900
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Pass45,429 miles (+5,018)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    45,429 miles
    Test number
    976667395152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass40,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    40,411 miles
    Test number
    278862584125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail40,411 miles (+2,351)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,411 miles
    Test number
    926411184154
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator does not face the front (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  12. Pass38,060 miles (+3,479)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    38,060 miles
    Test number
    295774483461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass34,581 miles (+2,778)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    34,581 miles
    Test number
    208874122037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail31,803 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,803 miles
    Test number
    349686121024
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass31,803 miles (+3,115)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    31,803 miles
    Test number
    917506921062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail28,688 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,688 miles
    Test number
    153073730065
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass28,688 miles (+3,087)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    28,688 miles
    Test number
    270753830081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    25,601 miles
    Test number
    703340439027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail25,601 miles (+5,492)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,601 miles
    Test number
    703480439055
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass20,109 miles (+5,265)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    20,109 miles
    Test number
    960181928055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass14,844 miles (+2,950)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    14,844 miles
    Test number
    761481217005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass11,894 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    11,894 miles
    Test number
    242759466003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX03 LXZ

Does LX03 LXZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX03 LXZ expired on 14 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX03 LXZ?
The MOT on LX03 LXZ expired on 14 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX03 LXZ done?
LX03 LXZ was recorded at 67,164 miles at its MOT on 6 Jan 2022, an average of 3,492 miles a year.
Has LX03 LXZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX03 LXZ has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LX03 LXZ 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 LXZ find?
LX03 LXZ failed its latest MOT on 6 Jan 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects, 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside anti-roll bar linkage fractured; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits, and 14 more.

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