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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 1960 · 1,192 cc

5407 ADMOT history

5407 AD is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 2 Sept 1960. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 19,734 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jun 2027
Mileage
19,734 mi
At MOT on 9 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
289 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
5407 AD
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,192 cc
Year of manufacture
1960
First used
2 Sept 1960
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

5407 AD was last recorded at 19,734 miles on 9 Jun 2026, 201 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 Jan 2011: 15,529 miles, lower than 15,743 miles on 18 Jan 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
19,533 miles · 23 May 2025
Between the last two tests
201 miles
Average per year
289 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 19,734 miles
  • 2025 – 19,533 miles
  • 2024 – 19,419 miles
  • 2023 – 19,337 miles
  • 2021 – 18,856 miles
  • 2019 – 18,018 miles
  • 2018 – 17,909 miles
  • 2017 – 17,722 miles
  • 2016 – 17,444 miles
  • 2015 – 17,213 miles
  • 2014 – 16,971 miles
  • 2013 – 16,789 miles
  • 2012 – 16,408 miles
  • 2011 – 15,529 miles
  • 2010 – 14,914 miles
  • 2009 – 14,773 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass19,734 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryWindscreen wash works intermittently

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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Fuel tank leaking

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 6 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass19,734 miles (+201)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    19,734 miles
    Test number
    904955609144
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wash works intermittently

  2. Pass19,533 miles (+114)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    19,533 miles
    Test number
    109404387279
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front axle king-pins
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wash intermittent operation

  3. Pass19,419 miles (+82)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    19,419 miles
    Test number
    526443067672
    • AdvisorySlight play in front suspension kingpins
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen wash poor

  4. Pass19,337 miles (+481)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    19,337 miles
    Test number
    870596942653
    • AdvisoryNearside Front play in pins and bushes front suspension
    • AdvisoryOffside Front play in pins and bushes front suspension
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass18,856 miles (+838)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    18,856 miles
    Test number
    593624960222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass18,018 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    18,018 miles
    Test number
    134705778213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass17,909 miles (+187)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    17,909 miles
    Test number
    333053968389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass17,722 miles (+278)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    17,722 miles
    Test number
    797699971482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass17,444 miles (+231)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    17,444 miles
    Test number
    659822770910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass17,213 miles (+242)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    17,213 miles
    Test number
    238346855064
    • NoteFront brake judder
    • NotePlay in n/s/f suspension lower swivel
    • NotePlay in o/s/f suspension king pin
    • NoteRear brake imbalance
    • NoteSteering box leak + some play

  11. Pass16,971 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    16,971 miles
    Test number
    506460074015
    • Note**rear brake imbalance 30% (max allowed)**
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront brake judder
    • NotePlay in n/s/f suspension lower swivel
    • NotePlay in o/s/f suspension king pin
    • NoteSteering box leaking

  12. Fail16,971 miles (+182)5 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,971 miles
    Test number
    995500474016
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NoteFront brake judder
    • NotePlay in n/s/f suspension lower swivel
    • NotePlay in o/s/f suspension king pin
    • NoteSteering box leaking
    • NoteTyre valve stems rubbing on wheel tims (sharp edges)

  13. Pass16,789 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    16,789 miles
    Test number
    998351853009
    • NoteHeavy surface corrosion to o/s rear floor by subframe mount
    • NoteMajor engine oil leak
    • NoteBoth rear diff tube gaitors split
    • NoteCar has been significantly lowered

  14. Fail16,789 miles (+381)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,789 miles
    Test number
    506603443041
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteHeavy surface corrosion to o/s rear floor by subframe mount
    • NoteMajor engine oil leak

  15. Pass16,408 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    16,408 miles
    Test number
    659971812060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail16,408 miles (+879)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,408 miles
    Test number
    966561312049
    • FailureBootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass15,529 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    15,529 miles
    Test number
    515763531008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail15,529 miles (-214)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,529 miles
    Test number
    187101531027
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Fail15,743 miles (+829)12 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,743 miles
    Test number
    137728411066
    • FailureBrake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureFront Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureFuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has excessive displacement which may lead to loss of vehicle control (6.1.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has excessive displacement which may lead to loss of vehicle control (6.1.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • Note2mm lift to o/s/f and n/s/f kingpin
    • NoteDue to suspention being lowered causing stearing arm be adverse angle
    • NoteO/S/R and N/S/R chassis / floor been poorly repaired and not fully welded but out side 30cm of load bearing points.
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/f inner arches and bulk head had poor repair and not fully welded but out side the 30cm load bearing points.
    • NoteSpeado cable fouling stearing arm abd shocker

  20. Pass14,914 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    14,914 miles
    Test number
    402359010008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteN/S/F lower shock mount nut not fully on thread
    • NoteO/S/F lower shock mount nut not fully on thread

  21. Fail14,914 miles (+141)1 dangerous10 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,914 miles
    Test number
    640374010058
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureBody insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureIndicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteN/S/F lower shock mount nut not fully on thread
    • NoteO/S/F lower shock mount nut not fully on thread

  22. Pass14,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    14,773 miles
    Test number
    831166699089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 5407 AD

What vehicle is registration 5407 AD currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 5407 AD on a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 2 Sept 1960. 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 5407 AD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 5407 AD is valid until 8 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on 5407 AD?
The MOT on 5407 AD is valid until 8 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 5407 AD done?
5407 AD was recorded at 19,734 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2026, an average of 289 miles a year.
Has 5407 AD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 5407 AD has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2014.
Has the mileage on 5407 AD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Jan 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 5407 AD find?
5407 AD passed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front outer track rod end ball joint has slight play; steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel; windscreen wash works intermittently.

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