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Volkswagen Beetle

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

7540KMOT history

7540K is a black diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 8 Feb 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 163,080 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Feb 2026
Mileage
163,080 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,494 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
7540K
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

7540K was last recorded at 163,080 miles on 4 Feb 2025, 4,052 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,028 miles · 30 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
4,052 miles
Average per year
7,494 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 163,080 miles
  • 2024 – 159,028 miles
  • 2023 – 154,557 miles
  • 2022 – 150,312 miles
  • 2021 – 145,257 miles
  • 2020 – 141,514 miles
  • 2019 – 133,505 miles
  • 2018 – 126,887 miles
  • 2017 – 121,210 miles
  • 2016 – 111,481 miles
  • 2014 – 101,328 miles
  • 2013 – 91,892 miles
  • 2012 – 81,053 miles
  • 2011 – 72,245 miles
  • 2010 – 62,171 miles
  • 2009 – 51,633 miles
  • 2008 – 42,147 miles
  • 2007 – 32,850 miles
  • 2006 – 25,175 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,080 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both NS/OS (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both NS/OS (1.2.1 (f))

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front upper

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,080 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    163,080 miles
    Test number
    509162687833
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both NS/OS (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both NS/OS (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail163,079 miles (+4,051)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,079 miles
    Test number
    881382299992
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both NS/OS (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both NS/OS (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass159,028 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    159,028 miles
    Test number
    925968778843
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear @ rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear-most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail159,028 miles (+4,471)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,028 miles
    Test number
    321007858231
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear @ rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear-most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass154,557 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    154,557 miles
    Test number
    956791914924
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail154,554 miles (+4,242)1 dangerous5 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,554 miles
    Test number
    430792635416
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp light intensity severely reduced BOTH (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp reflector seriously defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear-most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear-most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass150,312 miles (+44)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    150,312 miles
    Test number
    338833521329
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail150,268 miles (+5,011)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,268 miles
    Test number
    803899660856
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced central outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass145,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    145,257 miles
    Test number
    406093773535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail145,257 miles (+3,743)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,257 miles
    Test number
    476022394711
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass141,514 miles (+8,009)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    141,514 miles
    Test number
    780557191643
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass133,505 miles (+33)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    133,505 miles
    Test number
    181689805549
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail133,472 miles (+6,585)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,472 miles
    Test number
    385693613554
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass126,887 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    126,887 miles
    Test number
    552515527942
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outer and inner edge

  15. Fail126,887 miles (+5,677)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,887 miles
    Test number
    551467806864
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outer and inner edge

  16. Pass121,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    121,210 miles
    Test number
    515357214111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail121,210 miles (+9,729)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,210 miles
    Test number
    998973008861
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

  18. Pass111,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    111,481 miles
    Test number
    469143008258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail111,481 miles (+10,153)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,481 miles
    Test number
    313555755160
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass101,328 miles (+9,436)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    101,328 miles
    Test number
    237981124306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass91,892 miles (+10,839)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    91,892 miles
    Test number
    509943823366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass81,053 miles (+8,808)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    81,053 miles
    Test number
    705046922317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass72,245 miles (+10,074)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    72,245 miles
    Test number
    286787721385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass62,171 miles (+10,538)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    62,171 miles
    Test number
    144875330335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass51,633 miles (+9,486)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    51,633 miles
    Test number
    542693029365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass42,147 miles (+9,297)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    42,147 miles
    Test number
    753532038314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass32,850 miles (+7,675)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    32,850 miles
    Test number
    351244157239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass25,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    25,175 miles
    Test number
    560664856266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 7540K

What vehicle is registration 7540K currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 7540K on a black diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Sept 2003. 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 7540K currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 7540K expired on 8 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 7540K?
The MOT on 7540K expired on 8 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 7540K done?
7540K was recorded at 163,080 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2025, an average of 7,494 miles a year.
Has 7540K ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 7540K has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on 7540K 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 7540K find?
7540K passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2025 with 3 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both ns/os; rear service brake binding but not excessively both ns/os.

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