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Yellow · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

C8 NSHMOT history

C8 NSH is a yellow diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 29 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 108,333 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jan 2027
Mileage
108,333 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,387 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 NSH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 NSH was last recorded at 108,333 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 6,891 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Nov 2010: 13,822 miles, lower than 42,463 miles on 28 Oct 2009.

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
101,442 miles · 10 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,891 miles
Average per year
4,387 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,333 miles
  • 2024 – 101,442 miles
  • 2023 – 98,228 miles
  • 2022 – 96,978 miles
  • 2021 – 95,508 miles
  • 2020 – 94,676 miles
  • 2019 – 93,888 miles
  • 2018 – 92,176 miles
  • 2017 – 90,197 miles
  • 2016 – 88,812 miles
  • 2015 – 86,925 miles
  • 2014 – 84,363 miles
  • 2012 – 74,065 miles
  • 2011 – 63,651 miles
  • 2010 – 13,822 miles
  • 2009 – 42,463 miles
  • 2008 – 32,258 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,333 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    108,333 miles
    Test number
    156721725008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail108,333 miles (+6,891)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,333 miles
    Test number
    451866798769
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass101,442 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    101,442 miles
    Test number
    411951240700
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail101,442 miles (+3,214)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,442 miles
    Test number
    574003848744
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass98,228 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    98,228 miles
    Test number
    996197645602
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower suspension arm mounting area damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail98,225 miles (+1,247)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,225 miles
    Test number
    850982574813
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass96,978 miles (+1,470)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    96,978 miles
    Test number
    682721222851
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass95,508 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    95,508 miles
    Test number
    323762040995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail95,508 miles (+832)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,508 miles
    Test number
    898252603108
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass94,676 miles (+788)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    94,676 miles
    Test number
    812369116928
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass93,888 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    93,888 miles
    Test number
    803948131553
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Fail93,888 miles (+1,712)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,888 miles
    Test number
    246816989243
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  13. Pass92,176 miles (+1,979)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    92,176 miles
    Test number
    898815455078
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass90,197 miles (+1,385)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    90,197 miles
    Test number
    587063140534
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust in poor condition (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front steering arm has slight play

  15. Pass88,812 miles (+1,887)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    88,812 miles
    Test number
    545556074625
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner rack end (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on axle (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on axle (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass86,925 miles (+2,562)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    86,925 miles
    Test number
    105494285156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass84,363 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    84,363 miles
    Test number
    909202504269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail84,358 miles (+10,293)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,358 miles
    Test number
    747202604259
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight blow after cat

  19. Pass74,065 miles (+146)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    74,065 miles
    Test number
    748435232381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass73,919 miles (+10,268)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    73,919 miles
    Test number
    637188502376
    • NoteCatalist deteriorated & starting to blow
    • NoteFront indicator bulbs fading
    • NoteOil level below minimum

  21. Pass63,651 miles (+49,829)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    63,651 miles
    Test number
    509015581219
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront discs lipped on inner surface
    • NoteN/s/r tyre on 2mm on outer edge
    • NoteRear number plate starting to delaminate
    • NoteSlight play in steering tie rods

  22. Pass13,822 miles (-28,641)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    13,822 miles
    Test number
    334510810328
    • NoteChip in screen
    • NoteFront tyres low 2 mm 205 55 16 w

  23. Pass42,463 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    42,463 miles
    Test number
    162021309334
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCondensation/rust in o/s/f fog lamp
    • NoteCruise control device under bonnet insecure
    • NoteFront tyres starting to wear on edges
    • NoteRear number plate starting to delaminate

  24. Fail42,463 miles (+10,205)1 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,463 miles
    Test number
    893421309331
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCondensation/rust in o/s/f fog lamp
    • NoteCruise control device under bonnet insecure
    • NoteFront tyres starting to wear on edges
    • NoteRear number plate starting to delaminate

  25. Pass32,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    32,258 miles
    Test number
    363950168249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail32,258 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,258 miles
    Test number
    431390468288
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about C8 NSH

Does C8 NSH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 NSH is valid until 18 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 NSH?
The MOT on C8 NSH is valid until 18 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 NSH done?
C8 NSH was recorded at 108,333 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 4,387 miles a year.
Has C8 NSH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 NSH has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on C8 NSH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Nov 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on C8 NSH find?
C8 NSH passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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