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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

X18 LPLMOT history

X18 LPL is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 15 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 125,760 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
125,760 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,547 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X18 LPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X18 LPL was last recorded at 125,760 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,758 miles · 1 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,547 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,760 miles
  • 2025 – 125,752 miles
  • 2024 – 121,270 miles
  • 2023 – 114,794 miles
  • 2022 – 112,839 miles
  • 2021 – 107,894 miles
  • 2020 – 105,754 miles
  • 2019 – 103,902 miles
  • 2018 – 101,395 miles
  • 2016 – 96,881 miles
  • 2015 – 90,775 miles
  • 2014 – 81,802 miles
  • 2013 – 74,294 miles
  • 2012 – 64,724 miles
  • 2011 – 51,947 miles
  • 2010 – 43,786 miles
  • 2009 – 37,032 miles
  • 2008 – 29,362 miles
  • 2007 – 23,128 miles
  • 2006 – 18,046 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,760 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 14 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,760 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    125,760 miles
    Test number
    911697948550
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Fail125,758 miles (+6)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,758 miles
    Test number
    385554052678
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Fail125,752 miles (+4,482)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,752 miles
    Test number
    696862024937
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass121,270 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    121,270 miles
    Test number
    557038233350
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Fail121,266 miles5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,266 miles
    Test number
    863666244900
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Fail121,266 miles (+6,472)2 dangerous14 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,266 miles
    Test number
    473811301613
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • 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))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass114,794 miles (+30)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    114,794 miles
    Test number
    321553908967
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front driveshaft corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front drive shaft corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail114,764 miles (+139)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,764 miles
    Test number
    628285771949
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Fail114,625 miles (+1,786)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,625 miles
    Test number
    543222202248
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt track rod end (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Pass112,839 miles (+560)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    112,839 miles
    Test number
    448768033067
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  11. Fail112,279 miles (+4,385)5 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,279 miles
    Test number
    724881926517
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  12. Pass107,894 miles (+81)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    107,894 miles
    Test number
    838618433521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail107,813 miles (+2,059)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,813 miles
    Test number
    111491694949
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  14. Pass105,754 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    105,754 miles
    Test number
    783834053748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail105,734 miles (+1,832)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,734 miles
    Test number
    627240380385
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced OUTER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced OUTER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside 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 Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced OUTER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass103,902 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    103,902 miles
    Test number
    351990573893
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  17. Fail103,902 miles (+2,507)2 dangerous2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,902 miles
    Test number
    848479519759
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  18. Pass101,395 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    101,395 miles
    Test number
    345331121971
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail101,391 miles (+4,510)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,391 miles
    Test number
    200735702057
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass96,881 miles (+66)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    96,881 miles
    Test number
    157079830833
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Fail96,815 miles (+6,040)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,815 miles
    Test number
    723188124516
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Pass90,775 miles (+8,973)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    90,775 miles
    Test number
    940008609820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass81,802 miles (+7,508)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    81,802 miles
    Test number
    987341204394
    • NoteEML light on emissions ok
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  24. Pass74,294 miles (+9,570)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    74,294 miles
    Test number
    946150613344
    • NoteEMC light on
    • NoteAir bag light flashes intermittent

  25. Pass64,724 miles (+12,777)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    64,724 miles
    Test number
    877631802347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass51,947 miles (+8,161)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    51,947 miles
    Test number
    985446301301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass43,786 miles (+6,754)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    43,786 miles
    Test number
    703386190269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass37,032 miles (+7,670)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    37,032 miles
    Test number
    784751219367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass29,362 miles (+6,234)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    29,362 miles
    Test number
    752157518344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass23,128 miles (+5,082)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    23,128 miles
    Test number
    571016917368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass18,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    18,046 miles
    Test number
    972098216392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X18 LPL

Does X18 LPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X18 LPL is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on X18 LPL?
The MOT on X18 LPL is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X18 LPL done?
X18 LPL was recorded at 125,760 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 5,547 miles a year.
Has X18 LPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X18 LPL has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on X18 LPL 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 X18 LPL find?
X18 LPL passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 2 more.

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