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Volkswagen Beetle

Black · Petrol · 1953 · 1,131 cc

474 XUBMOT history

474 XUB is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 31 Dec 1953. Its MOT is valid until 10 Nov 2026 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 20,577 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Nov 2026
Mileage
20,577 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2025
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
474 XUB
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,131 cc
Year of manufacture
1953
First used
31 Dec 1953
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

474 XUB was last recorded at 20,577 miles on 11 Nov 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
20,573 miles · 10 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 20,577 miles
  • 2019 – 13,793 miles
  • 2018 – 12,954 miles
  • 2014 – 533 miles
  • 2012 – 1 miles
  • 2008 – 43,566 miles
  • 2007 – 42,813 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass20,577 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass20,577 miles (+4)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    20,577 miles
    Test number
    172204534217
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail20,573 miles (+6,780)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,573 miles
    Test number
    154561984843
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass13,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    13,793 miles
    Test number
    771760279093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail13,793 miles (+839)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,793 miles
    Test number
    251979744332
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass12,954 miles (+12,421)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    12,954 miles
    Test number
    758037302856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass533 miles (+532)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    533 miles
    Test number
    538699974079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass1 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    1 miles
    Test number
    967314062213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass44,859 km (+22)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    44,859 km
    Test number
    280959320293
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront floor under bonnet corroded, but not within 30cm of a prescribed area
    • NoteNearside rear chassi corroded, but not within 30cm of a prescribed area
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteSlight play in steering box

  9. Fail44,837 km (+772)9 failures3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,837 km
    Test number
    851174700252
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFloor corroded under bonnet by fuel tank, but not within 30cm of a perscribed area
    • NoteNearside front tyre in poor condition(perishing)
    • NoteNearside rear chassi corroded, but not within 30cm of a perscribed area
    • NoteOffside rear brake slightly binding
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  10. Pass44,065 km
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    44,065 km
    Test number
    630908439163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail44,065 km3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,065 km
    Test number
    483778439177
    • FailureNearside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  12. Pass43,566 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    43,566 miles
    Test number
    943058968000
    • NoteBoth front indicators slightly discoloured and both front tyres almost rubbing on lock and both front brake hoses almost rubbing on lock

  13. Fail43,566 km5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,566 km
    Test number
    421763968017
    • FailureDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
    • FailureSuspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBoth front indicators slightly discoloured and both front tyres almost rubbing on lock and both front brake hoses almost rubbing on lock

  14. Pass42,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    42,813 miles
    Test number
    323012467011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail42,813 miles5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,813 miles
    Test number
    994109157054
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureSteering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteSlight play in all steering joints very near to being excess

Questions about 474 XUB

What vehicle is registration 474 XUB currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 474 XUB on a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 31 Dec 1953. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 474 XUB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 474 XUB is valid until 10 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on 474 XUB?
The MOT on 474 XUB is valid until 10 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 474 XUB done?
474 XUB was recorded at 20,577 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2025.
Has 474 XUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 474 XUB has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on 474 XUB 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 474 XUB find?
474 XUB passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front brake hose slightly chafed; offside rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside rear oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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