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Volkswagen Beetle

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,596 cc

7890 VWMOT history

7890 VW is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 28,239 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
28,239 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
868 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
7890 VW
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

7890 VW was last recorded at 28,239 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 541 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
27,698 miles · 7 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
541 miles
Average per year
868 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 28,239 miles
  • 2025 – 27,698 miles
  • 2023 – 27,025 miles
  • 2022 – 25,928 miles
  • 2021 – 25,183 miles
  • 2020 – 24,961 miles
  • 2019 – 23,662 miles
  • 2018 – 22,831 miles
  • 2017 – 21,425 miles
  • 2016 – 20,361 miles
  • 2015 – 19,441 miles
  • 2014 – 18,436 miles
  • 2013 – 17,064 miles
  • 2012 – 16,380 miles
  • 2011 – 15,626 miles
  • 2010 – 14,698 miles
  • 2009 – 14,155 miles
  • 2008 – 13,141 miles
  • 2007 – 11,370 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass28,239 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front flexi brake hose connection to caliper corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front flexi brake hose connection to caliper corroded

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass28,239 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    28,239 miles
    Test number
    362666911833
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front flexi brake hose connection to caliper corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front flexi brake hose connection to caliper corroded

  2. Fail28,234 miles (+536)1 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,234 miles
    Test number
    622020779096
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative warning malfuction lamp partially covered (7.1.5 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front flexi brake hose connection to caliper corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front flexi brake hose connection to caliper corroded

  3. Pass27,698 miles (+673)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    27,698 miles
    Test number
    153294969088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass27,025 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    27,025 miles
    Test number
    611595660007
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Fail27,025 miles (+1,097)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,025 miles
    Test number
    870752979754
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass25,928 miles (+745)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    25,928 miles
    Test number
    890953080206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass25,183 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    25,183 miles
    Test number
    315295634693
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Fail25,183 miles (+222)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,183 miles
    Test number
    215867933604
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass24,961 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    24,961 miles
    Test number
    903193545119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Fail24,961 miles (+1,299)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,961 miles
    Test number
    598835455879
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Pass23,662 miles (+831)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    23,662 miles
    Test number
    530736653837
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  12. Pass22,831 miles (+1,406)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    22,831 miles
    Test number
    340002730175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  13. Pass21,425 miles (+1,064)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    21,425 miles
    Test number
    715970532975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass20,361 miles (+920)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    20,361 miles
    Test number
    389659821722
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside slight play in wiper arm
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted

  15. Pass19,441 miles (+1,005)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    19,441 miles
    Test number
    599064266607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass18,436 miles (+351)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    18,436 miles
    Test number
    555684204359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,085 miles (+1,021)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    18,085 miles
    Test number
    106975854023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,064 miles (+684)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    17,064 miles
    Test number
    226946543010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,380 miles (+754)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    16,380 miles
    Test number
    476267642042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,626 miles (+928)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    15,626 miles
    Test number
    165639341088
    • NoteBoth rear tyres started to crack

  21. Pass14,698 miles (+543)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    14,698 miles
    Test number
    470340850032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass14,155 miles (+1,014)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    14,155 miles
    Test number
    852374849093
    • NoteNearside rear tyre valve slightly deteriorated
    • NoteRear tyres begining to deteriorate

  23. Pass13,141 miles (+1,771)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    13,141 miles
    Test number
    762719838003
    • NoteSLIGHT DAMAGE TO THE O.S.F SIDE INDICATOR
    • NoteTHE N.S.R TYRE VALVE IS SLIGHTLY DAMAGED

  24. Pass11,370 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    11,370 miles
    Test number
    221583957011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 7890 VW

What vehicle is registration 7890 VW currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 7890 VW on a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Mar 2004. 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 7890 VW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 7890 VW is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on 7890 VW?
The MOT on 7890 VW is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 7890 VW done?
7890 VW was recorded at 28,239 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 868 miles a year.
Has 7890 VW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 7890 VW has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on 7890 VW 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 7890 VW find?
7890 VW passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front flexi brake hose connection to caliper corroded; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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