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Volkswagen Beetle

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

A14 VVWMOT history

A14 VVW is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 26 Oct 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Aug 2025 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 118,038 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Aug 2025
Mileage
118,038 mi
At MOT on 16 Aug 2024
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,758 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A14 VVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

A14 VVW was last recorded at 118,038 miles on 16 Aug 2024, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Jun 2012: 17,986 miles, lower than 36,665 miles on 7 Jul 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
118,025 miles · 20 May 2021
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
5,758 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 118,038 miles
  • 2021 – 118,025 miles
  • 2020 – 117,006 miles
  • 2019 – 110,962 miles
  • 2018 – 101,306 miles
  • 2017 – 90,350 miles
  • 2016 – 73,738 miles
  • 2015 – 62,972 miles
  • 2014 – 51,172 miles
  • 2013 – 43,459 miles
  • 2012 – 17,986 miles
  • 2011 – 36,665 miles
  • 2010 – 32,004 miles
  • 2009 – 24,824 miles
  • 2008 – 20,313 miles
  • 2007 – 16,043 miles
  • 2006 – 11,966 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,038 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine malfunction warning light not working
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 malfunction light not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear tyre treads cut out on inside of pattern

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,038 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    118,038 miles
    Test number
    452110805327
    • AdvisoryEngine malfunction warning light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass118,025 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    118,025 miles
    Test number
    652318834376
    • AdvisoryEngine malfunction light not working
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Fail118,025 miles (+1,019)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,025 miles
    Test number
    902298726517
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative Both headlights (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine malfunction light not working
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass117,006 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    117,006 miles
    Test number
    806918770453
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail117,006 miles (+6,044)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,006 miles
    Test number
    509880573492
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low max adjustment (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass110,962 miles (+9,656)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    110,962 miles
    Test number
    547600317289
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass101,306 miles (+10,956)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    101,306 miles
    Test number
    129030945005
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass90,350 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    90,350 miles
    Test number
    556110351227
    • AdvisoryMIL lamp on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryN/s front inner and outer tyre walls small cuts
    • AdvisoryO/s rear brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryRear tyre treads cut out on inside of pattern

  9. Fail90,350 miles (+16,612)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,350 miles
    Test number
    865220141870
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported central mounting broken (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded main pipe at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCuts in n/s front inner tyre wall
    • AdvisoryRear tyre treads cut out on inside of pattern

  10. Pass73,738 miles (+10,766)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    73,738 miles
    Test number
    424073812298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,972 miles (+11,800)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    62,972 miles
    Test number
    937034585190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,172 miles (+7,713)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    51,172 miles
    Test number
    858844284171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,459 miles (+25,473)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    43,459 miles
    Test number
    785138873112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass17,986 miles (-18,679)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    17,986 miles
    Test number
    547071382184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,665 miles (+4,661)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    36,665 miles
    Test number
    926418681195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,004 miles (+7,180)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    32,004 miles
    Test number
    800596890159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,824 miles (+4,511)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    24,824 miles
    Test number
    523414669095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass20,313 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    20,313 miles
    Test number
    450750278042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail20,313 miles (+4,270)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,313 miles
    Test number
    511480678060
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass16,043 miles (+4,077)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    16,043 miles
    Test number
    590118367022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    11,966 miles
    Test number
    713205376015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about A14 VVW

Does A14 VVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on A14 VVW expired on 15 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on A14 VVW?
The MOT on A14 VVW expired on 15 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has A14 VVW done?
A14 VVW was recorded at 118,038 miles at its MOT on 16 Aug 2024, an average of 5,758 miles a year.
Has A14 VVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A14 VVW has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2021.
Has the mileage on A14 VVW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Jun 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on A14 VVW find?
A14 VVW passed its latest MOT on 16 Aug 2024 with 3 advisories: engine malfunction warning light not working; offside rear service brake binding but not excessively; supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate.

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