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Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,984 cc

LX54 LWEMOT history

LX54 LWE is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 30 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 91,852 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
91,852 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,994 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 LWE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX54 LWE was last recorded at 91,852 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 1,413 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,439 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,413 miles
Average per year
3,994 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,852 miles
  • 2025 – 90,439 miles
  • 2024 – 88,876 miles
  • 2023 – 86,419 miles
  • 2022 – 84,971 miles
  • 2021 – 82,384 miles
  • 2020 – 78,462 miles
  • 2019 – 73,727 miles
  • 2018 – 69,171 miles
  • 2017 – 64,552 miles
  • 2016 – 59,871 miles
  • 2015 – 54,887 miles
  • 2014 – 49,575 miles
  • 2013 – 44,503 miles
  • 2012 – 39,573 miles
  • 2011 – 35,127 miles
  • 2010 – 30,866 miles
  • 2009 – 25,639 miles
  • 2008 – 20,081 miles
  • 2007 – 16,153 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,852 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and n/s/r tyres cracking on outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top mount seen when bar under wheel and jacked up

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,852 miles (+1,413)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    91,852 miles
    Test number
    815935004805
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and n/s/r tyres cracking on outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass90,439 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    90,439 miles
    Test number
    114044807366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail90,417 miles (+1,541)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,417 miles
    Test number
    737932320929
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective headlamp deteriorated. (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill. marked. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective headlamp deteriorated. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass88,876 miles (+2,457)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    88,876 miles
    Test number
    503443283323
    • AdvisoryBoth head lamps showing to be misting over
    • AdvisoryPark brake efficiency quite low at 19%

  5. Pass86,419 miles (+1,448)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    86,419 miles
    Test number
    374137350546
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps mainly o/s misting over
    • AdvisorySlight wheel bearing play o/s/f

  6. Pass84,971 miles (+2,587)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    84,971 miles
    Test number
    846539637698
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Pass82,384 miles (+3,922)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    82,384 miles
    Test number
    802416424638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass78,462 miles (+4,735)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    78,462 miles
    Test number
    882713875061
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads look worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass73,727 miles (+4,556)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,727 miles
    Test number
    453475311999
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has only just met the required efficiency

  10. Pass69,171 miles (+76)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    69,171 miles
    Test number
    227046335127
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top mount seen when bar under wheel and jacked up (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail69,095 miles (+4,543)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,095 miles
    Test number
    691496347681
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top mount seen when bar under wheel and jacked up (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass64,552 miles (+4,681)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    64,552 miles
    Test number
    711400999062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,871 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    59,871 miles
    Test number
    526769237968
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside front top suspension mount
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack-ends

  14. Fail59,870 miles (+4,983)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,870 miles
    Test number
    659840975450
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside front top suspension mount
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack-ends

  15. Pass54,887 miles (+5,312)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    54,887 miles
    Test number
    477526099566
    • AdvisoryOffside front (inner) driveshaft gaiter showing signs of wear

  16. Pass49,575 miles (+5,072)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    49,575 miles
    Test number
    798543384281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,503 miles (+4,930)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    44,503 miles
    Test number
    909803683291
    • NoteN/s cv gaiter damp with grease

  18. Pass39,573 miles (+4,446)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    39,573 miles
    Test number
    365684982210
    • NoteFront tyres getting low

  19. Fail35,127 miles1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,127 miles
    Test number
    699636081259
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteBoth front tyres getting low
    • NoteBoth rear tyres getting low
    • NoteNearside inner driveshaft gaiter damp
    • NoteWipers poor

  20. Pass35,127 miles (+4,261)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    35,127 miles
    Test number
    945966981209
    • NoteBoth front tyres getting low
    • NoteBoth rear tyres getting low
    • NoteNearside inner driveshaft gaiter damp
    • NoteWipers poor

  21. Pass30,866 miles (+5,227)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    30,866 miles
    Test number
    234600080265
    • NoteRear brake pads on limit
    • NoteSlight danage to offside rear tyre outer sidewall

  22. Pass25,639 miles (+5,558)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    25,639 miles
    Test number
    793226789256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,081 miles (+3,928)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    20,081 miles
    Test number
    224660978271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,153 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    16,153 miles
    Test number
    784261977247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX54 LWE

Does LX54 LWE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX54 LWE is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX54 LWE?
The MOT on LX54 LWE is valid until 6 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX54 LWE done?
LX54 LWE was recorded at 91,852 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 3,994 miles a year.
Has LX54 LWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 LWE has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LX54 LWE 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 LX54 LWE find?
LX54 LWE passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and n/s/r tyres cracking on outer edges.

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