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Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

C5 XXGMOT history

C5 XXG is a grey petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 19 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 65,399 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Nov 2026
Mileage
65,399 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2025
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,229 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 XXG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
19 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 XXG was last recorded at 65,399 miles on 3 Nov 2025, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,391 miles · 30 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
4,229 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 65,399 miles
  • 2024 – 59,596 miles
  • 2023 – 55,902 miles
  • 2022 – 51,786 miles
  • 2021 – 47,542 miles
  • 2020 – 43,988 miles
  • 2019 – 40,999 miles
  • 2018 – 36,593 miles
  • 2017 – 32,368 miles
  • 2016 – 27,867 miles
  • 2015 – 22,105 miles
  • 2014 – 16,167 miles
  • 2013 – 10,160 miles
  • 2012 – 4,884 miles
  • 2011 – 4,206 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,399 miles
  • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt N/S & O/S Starting to split (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush is cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 16 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,399 miles (+8)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    65,399 miles
    Test number
    253183211590
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt N/S & O/S Starting to split (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush is cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail65,391 miles (+5,795)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,391 miles
    Test number
    155006395990
    • 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))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt N/S & O/S Starting to split (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output N/S & O/S headlight lens slightly deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush is cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded N/S & O/S (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass59,596 miles (+3,694)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    59,596 miles
    Test number
    534522837489
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass55,902 miles (+286)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    55,902 miles
    Test number
    221904977388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass55,616 miles (+3,830)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    55,616 miles
    Test number
    261255145018
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both front headlight lens slightly deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear brake disc slight surface corrosion & slightly lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slightly oil leak engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass51,786 miles (+4,244)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    51,786 miles
    Test number
    476008813494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass47,542 miles (+3,554)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    47,542 miles
    Test number
    164741999758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass43,988 miles (+2,989)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    43,988 miles
    Test number
    774862853558

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass40,999 miles (+4,406)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    40,999 miles
    Test number
    110844667896
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox oil seal. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass36,593 miles (+4,225)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    36,593 miles
    Test number
    323448574471
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass32,368 miles (+4,501)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    32,368 miles
    Test number
    287709939710
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass27,867 miles (+5,762)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    27,867 miles
    Test number
    109128929708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass22,105 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    22,105 miles
    Test number
    259912495446
    • NoteSee seperate advisory sheet

  14. Fail22,105 miles (+5,938)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,105 miles
    Test number
    478092495129
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteSee seperate advisory sheet

  15. Pass16,167 miles (+6,007)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    16,167 miles
    Test number
    616142134167
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass10,160 miles (+5,276)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    10,160 miles
    Test number
    388000053108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass4,884 miles (+678)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    4,884 miles
    Test number
    458059532140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass4,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    4,206 miles
    Test number
    287266731484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 XXG

Does C5 XXG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 XXG is valid until 2 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on C5 XXG?
The MOT on C5 XXG is valid until 2 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 XXG done?
C5 XXG was recorded at 65,399 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2025, an average of 4,229 miles a year.
Has C5 XXG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 XXG has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on C5 XXG 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 C5 XXG find?
C5 XXG passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2025 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s & o/s starting to split; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush is cracking, and 1 more.

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