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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,595 cc

LX04 RZWMOT history

LX04 RZW is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 30 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 2 Sept 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 123,759 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Sept 2026
Mileage
123,759 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,877 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX04 RZW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX04 RZW was last recorded at 123,759 miles on 3 Sept 2025, 8,946 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,813 miles · 20 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
8,946 miles
Average per year
5,877 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,759 miles
  • 2023 – 114,813 miles
  • 2022 – 109,812 miles
  • 2020 – 106,152 miles
  • 2019 – 101,281 miles
  • 2018 – 99,815 miles
  • 2017 – 88,326 miles
  • 2016 – 76,519 miles
  • 2015 – 66,735 miles
  • 2014 – 60,160 miles
  • 2013 – 50,366 miles
  • 2012 – 39,151 miles
  • 2011 – 31,746 miles
  • 2010 – 31,327 miles
  • 2009 – 26,691 miles
  • 2008 – 22,154 miles
  • 2007 – 15,892 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,759 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    123,759 miles
    Test number
    645544290474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail123,759 miles (+8,946)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,759 miles
    Test number
    408065539718
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  3. Pass114,813 miles (+5,001)4 minor19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    114,813 miles
    Test number
    285921206214
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Sleeve Area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Air Freshener Interior Mirror
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Various Small Cuts (No Cords Visible at Present) (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very Low Both Edges of Tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking Brake Reserve Travel Just Acceptable at Present
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle Corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass109,812 miles3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    109,812 miles
    Test number
    453071394091
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake cable damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail109,812 miles (+3,660)5 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,812 miles
    Test number
    789768889482
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at 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))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside handbrake cable damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement radius arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass106,152 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    106,152 miles
    Test number
    172507254258
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Fail106,151 miles (+4,870)4 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,151 miles
    Test number
    856275575879
    • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour both front indicator bulbs (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure sleeve adrift and centre box mountain broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Pass101,281 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    101,281 miles
    Test number
    366837336971
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Rack gaitor twisted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail101,281 miles (+1,466)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,281 miles
    Test number
    476602218600
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust clamp broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Rack gaitor twisted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass99,815 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    99,815 miles
    Test number
    438524489212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail99,815 miles (+11,489)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,815 miles
    Test number
    840842661391
    • DangerousNearside Front Body mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired sill (6.2.2 (c) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass88,326 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    88,326 miles
    Test number
    190779780903
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Fail88,325 miles (+11,806)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,325 miles
    Test number
    113178790180
    • FailureCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  14. Pass76,519 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    76,519 miles
    Test number
    608830831131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  15. Fail76,519 miles (+9,784)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,519 miles
    Test number
    805386239448
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  16. Pass66,735 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    66,735 miles
    Test number
    219301320368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Fail66,731 miles (+6,571)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,731 miles
    Test number
    219608780540
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Pass60,160 miles (+9,794)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    60,160 miles
    Test number
    975310084221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass50,366 miles (+11,215)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    50,366 miles
    Test number
    337712083480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,151 miles (+7,405)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    39,151 miles
    Test number
    425288872295
    • NoteAll brake pads getting low
    • NoteLong travel on foot brake

  21. Pass31,746 miles (+419)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    31,746 miles
    Test number
    705098891207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,327 miles (+4,636)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    31,327 miles
    Test number
    364877800391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,691 miles (+4,537)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    26,691 miles
    Test number
    880937009325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,154 miles (+6,262)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    22,154 miles
    Test number
    572318768209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail15,892 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,892 miles
    Test number
    141167217132
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  26. Pass15,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    15,892 miles
    Test number
    232837717417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX04 RZW

Does LX04 RZW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX04 RZW expired on 2 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX04 RZW?
The MOT on LX04 RZW expired on 2 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX04 RZW done?
LX04 RZW was recorded at 123,759 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2025, an average of 5,877 miles a year.
Has LX04 RZW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX04 RZW has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LX04 RZW 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 LX04 RZW find?
LX04 RZW passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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