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Beige · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

LX53 LRVMOT history

LX53 LRV is a beige petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 4 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 2 Oct 2025 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 89,614 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Oct 2025
Mileage
89,614 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,891 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 LRV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
4 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX53 LRV was last recorded at 89,614 miles on 3 Oct 2024, 1,806 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
87,808 miles · 11 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
1,806 miles
Average per year
3,891 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 89,614 miles
  • 2023 – 87,808 miles
  • 2022 – 87,127 miles
  • 2021 – 85,320 miles
  • 2020 – 82,389 miles
  • 2019 – 77,280 miles
  • 2018 – 73,420 miles
  • 2017 – 69,495 miles
  • 2016 – 65,174 miles
  • 2015 – 61,038 miles
  • 2014 – 56,411 miles
  • 2013 – 52,308 miles
  • 2012 – 48,476 miles
  • 2011 – 44,300 miles
  • 2010 – 38,981 miles
  • 2009 – 32,119 miles
  • 2008 – 26,900 miles
  • 2006 – 20,502 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,614 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,614 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    89,614 miles
    Test number
    507067086108
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail89,614 miles (+1,806)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,614 miles
    Test number
    887705036453
    • Repaired at testRear Service brake excessively binding both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass87,808 miles (+681)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    87,808 miles
    Test number
    951869281995
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass87,127 miles (+1,807)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    87,127 miles
    Test number
    166390661758
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass85,320 miles (+2,931)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    85,320 miles
    Test number
    376572593209
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass82,389 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    82,389 miles
    Test number
    508449333685
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryStrong smell of petrol from rear of the car but no leak found

  7. Fail82,388 miles (+5,108)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,388 miles
    Test number
    554919891418
    • MajorOffside Front 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 insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryStrong smell of petrol from rear of the car but no leak found

  8. Pass77,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    77,280 miles
    Test number
    607865256719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail77,280 miles (+3,860)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,280 miles
    Test number
    593121816626
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass73,420 miles (+3,925)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    73,420 miles
    Test number
    515588358888
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass69,495 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    69,495 miles
    Test number
    145448514859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail69,495 miles (+4,321)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,495 miles
    Test number
    459386736687
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass65,174 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    65,174 miles
    Test number
    973479697814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail65,174 miles (+4,136)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,174 miles
    Test number
    407890198855
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

  15. Pass61,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    61,038 miles
    Test number
    276578045015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail61,038 miles (+4,627)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,038 miles
    Test number
    119848145410
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  17. Pass56,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    56,411 miles
    Test number
    187145434414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail56,411 miles (+4,103)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,411 miles
    Test number
    118745634054
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  19. Pass52,308 miles (+3,832)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    52,308 miles
    Test number
    495495633020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,476 miles (+4,176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    48,476 miles
    Test number
    406697242024
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass44,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    44,300 miles
    Test number
    158474751040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail44,300 miles (+5,319)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,300 miles
    Test number
    166424951095
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  23. Pass38,981 miles (+6,862)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    38,981 miles
    Test number
    554641650064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,119 miles (+5,219)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    32,119 miles
    Test number
    294347549085
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

  25. Pass26,900 miles (+6,398)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    26,900 miles
    Test number
    612990068087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass20,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    20,502 miles
    Test number
    440313466355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail20,500 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,500 miles
    Test number
    671143366302
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LX53 LRV

Does LX53 LRV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX53 LRV expired on 2 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX53 LRV?
The MOT on LX53 LRV expired on 2 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX53 LRV done?
LX53 LRV was recorded at 89,614 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2024, an average of 3,891 miles a year.
Has LX53 LRV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 LRV has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LX53 LRV 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 LX53 LRV find?
LX53 LRV passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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