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Volkswagen Beetle

White · Petrol · 1963 · 1,192 cc

565 MUOMOT history

565 MUO is a white petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Jan 1963. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 68,924 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
68,924 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
663 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
565 MUO
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,192 cc
Year of manufacture
1963
First used
1 Jan 1963
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

565 MUO was last recorded at 68,924 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 2,711 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,213 miles · 11 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
2,711 miles
Average per year
663 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 68,924 miles
  • 2020 – 66,213 miles
  • 2017 – 64,744 miles
  • 2016 – 63,290 miles
  • 2015 – 61,800 miles
  • 2014 – 60,214 miles
  • 2013 – 60,194 miles
  • 2011 – 59,603 miles
  • 2010 – 58,940 miles
  • 2009 – 58,394 miles
  • 2008 – 57,574 miles
  • 2007 – 56,580 miles
  • 2006 – 55,686 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,924 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox seal (8.4.1 (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 Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2016

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,924 miles (+2,711)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    68,924 miles
    Test number
    701876606801
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass66,213 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    66,213 miles
    Test number
    917459423077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail66,212 miles (+1,468)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,212 miles
    Test number
    395087080442
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass64,744 miles (+1,454)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    64,744 miles
    Test number
    464145445207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass63,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    63,290 miles
    Test number
    670736175075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail63,290 miles (+1,490)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,290 miles
    Test number
    871612339956
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  7. Pass61,800 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    61,800 miles
    Test number
    515427355160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail61,786 miles (+1,572)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,786 miles
    Test number
    777102555137
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

  9. Pass60,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    60,214 miles
    Test number
    106447854131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail60,214 miles (+20)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,214 miles
    Test number
    207596554139
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  11. Fail60,194 miles (+591)11 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,194 miles
    Test number
    468384983197
    • FailureNearside Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • 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 rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass59,603 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    59,603 miles
    Test number
    405617591257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail59,603 miles (+663)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,603 miles
    Test number
    825862691281
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  14. Pass58,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    58,940 miles
    Test number
    974120550250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail58,940 miles (+546)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,940 miles
    Test number
    542226140295
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)

  16. Pass58,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    58,394 miles
    Test number
    352032559464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail58,394 miles (+820)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,394 miles
    Test number
    804771359271
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSteering component cracked and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  18. Pass57,574 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    57,574 miles
    Test number
    704879558298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail57,574 miles (+994)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,574 miles
    Test number
    351876358208
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass56,580 miles (+894)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    56,580 miles
    Test number
    253097657275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass55,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    55,686 miles
    Test number
    772659046226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 565 MUO

What vehicle is registration 565 MUO currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 565 MUO on a white petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Jan 1963. 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 565 MUO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 565 MUO is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on 565 MUO?
The MOT on 565 MUO is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 565 MUO done?
565 MUO was recorded at 68,924 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 663 miles a year.
Has 565 MUO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 565 MUO has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on 565 MUO 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 565 MUO find?
565 MUO passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive gearbox seal.

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