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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,984 cc

LX54 YUHMOT history

LX54 YUH is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Sept 2004. Its MOT expired on 25 Jun 2025 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 127,972 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Jun 2025
Mileage
127,972 mi
At MOT on 26 Jun 2024
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,345 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 YUH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX54 YUH was last recorded at 127,972 miles on 26 Jun 2024, 6,786 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,186 miles · 15 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
6,786 miles
Average per year
6,345 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 127,972 miles
  • 2023 – 121,186 miles
  • 2022 – 114,211 miles
  • 2021 – 106,771 miles
  • 2020 – 102,878 miles
  • 2019 – 89,823 miles
  • 2018 – 79,794 miles
  • 2017 – 79,304 miles
  • 2016 – 77,546 miles
  • 2015 – 75,145 miles
  • 2014 – 66,607 miles
  • 2013 – 56,805 miles
  • 2012 – 46,388 miles
  • 2011 – 34,550 miles
  • 2010 – 24,222 miles
  • 2009 – 23,908 miles
  • 2008 – 22,449 miles
  • 2007 – 21,239 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,972 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 31 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,972 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    127,972 miles
    Test number
    132103670607
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  2. Fail127,972 miles (+6,786)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,972 miles
    Test number
    973381158968
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  3. Pass121,186 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    121,186 miles
    Test number
    297192615820
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  4. Fail121,186 miles (+6,975)1 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,186 miles
    Test number
    165674642777
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  5. Pass114,211 miles (+7,440)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    114,211 miles
    Test number
    473954273271
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass106,771 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    106,771 miles
    Test number
    121599659500
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Fail106,769 miles (+3,891)4 major1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,769 miles
    Test number
    831602721055
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side cable defective (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat head rest cover missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear window taped up
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  8. Pass102,878 miles (+13,055)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    102,878 miles
    Test number
    782022244450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass89,823 miles (+10,029)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    89,823 miles
    Test number
    106126112435
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass79,794 miles (+490)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    79,794 miles
    Test number
    502451185810
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  11. Pass79,304 miles (+1,758)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    79,304 miles
    Test number
    534541885801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass77,546 miles (+2,401)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    77,546 miles
    Test number
    206805076073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass75,145 miles (+890)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    75,145 miles
    Test number
    324613031278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail74,255 miles (+7,648)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,255 miles
    Test number
    420911847903
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light staying on
  15. Pass66,607 miles (+9,802)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    66,607 miles
    Test number
    758329674225
    • NoteInner face of both front discs slightly corroded
  16. Pass56,805 miles (+10,417)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    56,805 miles
    Test number
    205502483292
    • NoteBoth front discs inner faces slightly corroded
  17. Pass46,388 miles (+11,838)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    46,388 miles
    Test number
    267627242277
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass34,550 miles (+10,328)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    34,550 miles
    Test number
    339122741420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,222 miles (+314)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    24,222 miles
    Test number
    270657630246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,908 miles (+1,459)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    23,908 miles
    Test number
    831329039204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass22,449 miles (+1,210)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    22,449 miles
    Test number
    152412138218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,239 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    21,239 miles
    Test number
    790393847277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX54 YUH

Does LX54 YUH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX54 YUH expired on 25 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX54 YUH?
The MOT on LX54 YUH expired on 25 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX54 YUH done?
LX54 YUH was recorded at 127,972 miles at its MOT on 26 Jun 2024, an average of 6,345 miles a year.
Has LX54 YUH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 YUH has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LX54 YUH 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 YUH find?
LX54 YUH passed its latest MOT on 26 Jun 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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