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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,984 cc

5930 VBMOT history

5930 VB is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 2 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 5 Nov 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 108,505 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Nov 2027
Mileage
108,505 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,825 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
5930 VB
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
2 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

5930 VB was last recorded at 108,505 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,505 miles · 22 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,825 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,505 miles
  • 2025 – 103,608 miles
  • 2024 – 97,708 miles
  • 2023 – 90,890 miles
  • 2022 – 83,914 miles
  • 2021 – 76,422 miles
  • 2020 – 71,190 miles
  • 2019 – 64,188 miles
  • 2018 – 57,224 miles
  • 2017 – 50,707 miles
  • 2016 – 44,103 miles
  • 2015 – 35,617 miles
  • 2014 – 32,320 miles
  • 2012 – 27,701 miles
  • 2011 – 21,250 miles
  • 2010 – 16,035 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,505 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner and outer (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner and outer (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

    Major4 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Underneath has slight corrosion in various places

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 8 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,505 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    108,505 miles
    Test number
    303347190992
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner and outer (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner and outer (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail108,505 miles (+4,897)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,505 miles
    Test number
    889131708515
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass103,608 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    103,608 miles
    Test number
    773895148251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath has slight corrosion in various places

  4. Fail103,608 miles (+5,900)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,608 miles
    Test number
    601835611168
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnderneath has slight corrosion in various places

  5. Pass97,708 miles (+6,818)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    97,708 miles
    Test number
    788610684961
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer both sills have slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnderneath has slight corrosion in various places

  6. Pass90,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    90,890 miles
    Test number
    622521817387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail90,890 miles (+6,976)3 dangerous8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,890 miles
    Test number
    432453703658
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass83,914 miles (+7,492)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    83,914 miles
    Test number
    186160001146
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass76,422 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    76,422 miles
    Test number
    968611951875
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (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))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail76,422 miles (+5,232)5 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,422 miles
    Test number
    652948249535
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (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))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass71,190 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    71,190 miles
    Test number
    222702929474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm, worn on inner edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail71,190 miles (+7,002)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,190 miles
    Test number
    777150073007
    • 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 3mm, worn on inner edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass64,188 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    64,188 miles
    Test number
    797907310946
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Fail64,186 miles (+6,962)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,186 miles
    Test number
    187001224366
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass57,224 miles (+6,517)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    57,224 miles
    Test number
    711587159473
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass50,707 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    50,707 miles
    Test number
    969392947349
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail50,705 miles (+6,602)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,705 miles
    Test number
    457372045005
    • FailureNearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit BALD on outer edges 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass44,103 miles (+8,486)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    44,103 miles
    Test number
    118995645653
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge

  19. Pass35,617 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    35,617 miles
    Test number
    655667205037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,607 miles (+3,287)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    35,607 miles
    Test number
    505575605008
    • NoteAdvise slight damage to nearside front tyre outer sidewall

  21. Pass32,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    32,320 miles
    Test number
    708768904041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail32,320 miles (+4,619)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,320 miles
    Test number
    829288504035
    • FailureCentre Upper Stop lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)
    • FailureCentre Upper Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass27,701 miles (+6,451)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    27,701 miles
    Test number
    716972342355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass21,250 miles (+5,215)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    21,250 miles
    Test number
    145026741383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    16,035 miles
    Test number
    581432040399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 5930 VB

What vehicle is registration 5930 VB currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 5930 VB on a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 2 Jan 2008. 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 5930 VB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 5930 VB is valid until 5 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on 5930 VB?
The MOT on 5930 VB is valid until 5 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 5930 VB done?
5930 VB was recorded at 108,505 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 5,825 miles a year.
Has 5930 VB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 5930 VB has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on 5930 VB 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 5930 VB find?
5930 VB passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner and outer; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 2 more.

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