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Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,398 cc

V40 LCCMOT history

V40 LCC is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 20 Jul 2007. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 76,933 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
76,933 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,620 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V40 LCC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
20 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V40 LCC was last recorded at 76,933 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 1,770 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,163 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,770 miles
Average per year
3,620 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,933 miles
  • 2025 – 75,163 miles
  • 2024 – 73,033 miles
  • 2023 – 70,612 miles
  • 2022 – 67,489 miles
  • 2021 – 64,248 miles
  • 2020 – 61,646 miles
  • 2019 – 58,316 miles
  • 2018 – 54,253 miles
  • 2017 – 49,295 miles
  • 2016 – 44,861 miles
  • 2015 – 40,703 miles
  • 2014 – 37,764 miles
  • 2013 – 33,181 miles
  • 2012 – 29,553 miles
  • 2011 – 25,607 miles
  • 2010 – 20,047 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,933 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,933 miles (+1,770)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    76,933 miles
    Test number
    518731258705
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass75,163 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    75,163 miles
    Test number
    950134608675
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail75,163 miles (+2,130)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,163 miles
    Test number
    965783644156
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass73,033 miles (+2,421)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    73,033 miles
    Test number
    735070401955
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass70,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    70,612 miles
    Test number
    671843096549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail70,612 miles (+3,123)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,612 miles
    Test number
    175516546648
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass67,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    67,489 miles
    Test number
    614307004775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail67,489 miles (+3,241)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,489 miles
    Test number
    440767377366
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass64,248 miles (+2,602)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    64,248 miles
    Test number
    271602505965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,646 miles (+3,330)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    61,646 miles
    Test number
    944894733276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,316 miles (+4,063)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    58,316 miles
    Test number
    406437012641
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass54,253 miles (+4,958)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    54,253 miles
    Test number
    103561986674
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper blade split at end

  13. Pass49,295 miles (+4,434)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    49,295 miles
    Test number
    110733161603
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge

  14. Pass44,861 miles (+4,158)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    44,861 miles
    Test number
    600946705030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,703 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    40,703 miles
    Test number
    385914075187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail40,703 miles (+2,939)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,703 miles
    Test number
    396424175144
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass37,764 miles (+4,583)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    37,764 miles
    Test number
    135011094132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass33,181 miles (+3,628)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    33,181 miles
    Test number
    528836493176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    29,553 miles
    Test number
    955318992175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail29,553 miles (+3,946)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,553 miles
    Test number
    155788192114
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass25,607 miles (+5,560)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    25,607 miles
    Test number
    475516181165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    20,047 miles
    Test number
    512987980166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V40 LCC

Does V40 LCC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V40 LCC is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V40 LCC?
The MOT on V40 LCC is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V40 LCC done?
V40 LCC was recorded at 76,933 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 3,620 miles a year.
Has V40 LCC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V40 LCC has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on V40 LCC 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 V40 LCC find?
V40 LCC passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 3 more.

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