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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

Y29 LMMMOT history

Y29 LMM is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 72,607 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
72,607 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,775 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y29 LMM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y29 LMM was last recorded at 72,607 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 105 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,502 miles · 22 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
105 miles
Average per year
2,775 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,607 miles
  • 2024 – 72,502 miles
  • 2023 – 71,035 miles
  • 2022 – 69,454 miles
  • 2021 – 67,930 miles
  • 2020 – 65,930 miles
  • 2019 – 62,420 miles
  • 2018 – 59,503 miles
  • 2017 – 56,826 miles
  • 2016 – 55,533 miles
  • 2015 – 52,935 miles
  • 2014 – 49,503 miles
  • 2013 – 47,338 miles
  • 2012 – 44,656 miles
  • 2011 – 41,387 miles
  • 2009 – 36,377 miles
  • 2008 – 32,443 miles
  • 2007 – 26,249 miles
  • 2006 – 16,996 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,607 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear brakes 70% worn

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,607 miles (+105)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    72,607 miles
    Test number
    840460797412
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear brakes 70% worn
  2. Pass72,502 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    72,502 miles
    Test number
    738345325819
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake disc slightly corroded on braking surface
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge void of tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pad linings over 50% worn
  3. Fail72,502 miles (+1,467)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,502 miles
    Test number
    112769159993
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake disc slightly corroded on braking surface
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge void of tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pad linings over 50% worn
  4. Pass71,035 miles (+1,581)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    71,035 miles
    Test number
    975641837262
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass69,454 miles (+1,524)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    69,454 miles
    Test number
    985388221097
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongy BUT HAS SUFFICIENT RESERVE TRAVEL
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass67,930 miles (+2,000)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    67,930 miles
    Test number
    608957174250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass65,930 miles (+3,510)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    65,930 miles
    Test number
    655524195657
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass62,420 miles (+2,917)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    62,420 miles
    Test number
    301773577361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass59,503 miles (+2,677)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    59,503 miles
    Test number
    208251152314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,826 miles (+1,293)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    56,826 miles
    Test number
    352464464565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass55,533 miles (+2,598)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    55,533 miles
    Test number
    819738670535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,935 miles (+3,432)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    52,935 miles
    Test number
    608764855065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,503 miles (+2,165)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    49,503 miles
    Test number
    477475054041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass47,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    47,338 miles
    Test number
    528932653045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail47,338 miles (+2,682)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,338 miles
    Test number
    648172753083
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  16. Pass44,656 miles (+3,269)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    44,656 miles
    Test number
    286160762053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,387 miles (+5,010)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    41,387 miles
    Test number
    957085551050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass36,377 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    36,377 miles
    Test number
    590763289106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail36,377 miles (+3,934)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,377 miles
    Test number
    230020589450
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  20. Pass32,443 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    32,443 miles
    Test number
    424805388031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail32,428 miles (+6,179)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,428 miles
    Test number
    931257478093
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
  22. Pass26,249 miles (+9,253)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2008
    Odometer
    26,249 miles
    Test number
    994970437112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    16,996 miles
    Test number
    402902366042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y29 LMM

Does Y29 LMM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y29 LMM is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y29 LMM?
The MOT on Y29 LMM is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y29 LMM done?
Y29 LMM was recorded at 72,607 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 2,775 miles a year.
Has Y29 LMM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y29 LMM has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on Y29 LMM 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 Y29 LMM find?
Y29 LMM passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear brakes 70% worn.

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