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Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,984 cc

LX52 KTVMOT history

LX52 KTV is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 13 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 29,052 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
29,052 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,341 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 KTV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
13 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 KTV was last recorded at 29,052 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
29,052 miles · 5 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,341 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 29,052 miles
  • 2025 – 28,290 miles
  • 2024 – 26,573 miles
  • 2023 – 24,797 miles
  • 2022 – 23,371 miles
  • 2021 – 21,802 miles
  • 2020 – 19,908 miles
  • 2019 – 17,857 miles
  • 2018 – 15,682 miles
  • 2017 – 13,546 miles
  • 2016 – 11,044 miles
  • 2015 – 8,181 miles
  • 2014 – 7,639 miles
  • 2013 – 7,278 miles
  • 2012 – 6,723 miles
  • 2011 – 6,211 miles
  • 2010 – 5,894 miles
  • 2009 – 5,406 miles
  • 2008 – 4,667 miles
  • 2007 – 3,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass29,052 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly cracking/perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass29,052 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    29,052 miles
    Test number
    180650060479
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail29,052 miles (+762)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,052 miles
    Test number
    445122882174
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass28,290 miles (+1,717)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    28,290 miles
    Test number
    625882670112
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass26,573 miles (+18)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    26,573 miles
    Test number
    367248849292
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail26,555 miles (+1,758)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,555 miles
    Test number
    779102945280
    • MajorNearside Front Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier or Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass24,797 miles (+1,426)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    24,797 miles
    Test number
    962717568214
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass23,371 miles (+1,569)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    23,371 miles
    Test number
    592304363500
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass21,802 miles (+1,894)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    21,802 miles
    Test number
    785984144611
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass19,908 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    19,908 miles
    Test number
    352945337326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail19,889 miles (+2,032)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,889 miles
    Test number
    624699724362
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass17,857 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    17,857 miles
    Test number
    739291646948
    • AdvisoryHydraulic brake cylinder not excessive but advise adjustment (1.1.16 (e) (i))

  12. Fail17,857 miles (+2,175)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,857 miles
    Test number
    903429835896
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass15,682 miles (+2,136)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    15,682 miles
    Test number
    560721195772
    • AdvisoryFront headlamps deteriorated, image slightly affected

  14. Pass13,546 miles (+2,502)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    13,546 miles
    Test number
    614234759197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp deteriorated and image becoming poor

  15. Pass11,044 miles (+2,863)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    11,044 miles
    Test number
    713392430019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  16. Pass8,181 miles (+542)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    8,181 miles
    Test number
    714528515455
    • AdvisoryNail in offside front tyre

  17. Pass7,639 miles (+361)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    7,639 miles
    Test number
    835752334262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass7,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    7,278 miles
    Test number
    895585043269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail7,278 miles (+555)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,278 miles
    Test number
    897685043297
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass6,723 miles (+512)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    6,723 miles
    Test number
    375957142469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass6,211 miles (+37)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    6,211 miles
    Test number
    339662731408
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are severly perished

  22. Fail6,174 miles (+280)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,174 miles
    Test number
    308709621417
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteAll other road tyres severly perished
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass5,894 miles (+488)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    5,894 miles
    Test number
    941728720266
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking on outter edges

  24. Pass5,406 miles (+739)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    5,406 miles
    Test number
    842587629265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass4,667 miles (+1,216)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    4,667 miles
    Test number
    553759928278
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Pass3,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    3,451 miles
    Test number
    911166517281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 KTV

Does LX52 KTV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX52 KTV is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX52 KTV?
The MOT on LX52 KTV is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX52 KTV done?
LX52 KTV was recorded at 29,052 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 1,341 miles a year.
Has LX52 KTV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 KTV has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LX52 KTV 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 LX52 KTV find?
LX52 KTV passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side; offside front coil spring corroded; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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