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Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,984 cc

F5 SYDMOT history

F5 SYD is a grey petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 30 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 82,565 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jun 2027
Mileage
82,565 mi
At MOT on 15 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,354 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F5 SYD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F5 SYD was last recorded at 82,565 miles on 15 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,565 miles · 11 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,354 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,565 miles
  • 2024 – 76,074 miles
  • 2023 – 74,817 miles
  • 2022 – 74,485 miles
  • 2021 – 72,767 miles
  • 2020 – 71,511 miles
  • 2019 – 70,969 miles
  • 2018 – 69,102 miles
  • 2017 – 65,996 miles
  • 2016 – 57,633 miles
  • 2015 – 50,487 miles
  • 2014 – 43,797 miles
  • 2013 – 36,593 miles
  • 2012 – 32,715 miles
  • 2011 – 30,828 miles
  • 2010 – 28,493 miles
  • 2009 – 26,652 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,565 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub assembly

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub assembly

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,565 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    82,565 miles
    Test number
    424260486565
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail82,565 miles (+6,491)1 dangerous14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,565 miles
    Test number
    296845277297
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass76,074 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    76,074 miles
    Test number
    804955113369
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub assembly (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub assembly (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail76,074 miles (+1,257)2 repaired13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,074 miles
    Test number
    125632350030
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub assembly (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub assembly (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass74,817 miles (+332)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    74,817 miles
    Test number
    231191539446
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub assembly (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub assembly (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass74,485 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    74,485 miles
    Test number
    156350339272
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub assembly (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub assembly (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail74,485 miles (+1,718)1 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,485 miles
    Test number
    478298803025
    • DangerousBrake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub assembly (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub assembly (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBraking system not tested due to leak from around brake master cylinder

  8. Pass72,767 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    72,767 miles
    Test number
    176804807043
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Fail72,767 miles (+1,256)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,767 miles
    Test number
    268159483657
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass71,511 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    71,511 miles
    Test number
    392745952550
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail71,507 miles (+538)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,507 miles
    Test number
    522184075668
    • MajorNearside Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Pass70,969 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    70,969 miles
    Test number
    161028324283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail70,969 miles (+1,867)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,969 miles
    Test number
    637965943365
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass69,102 miles (+3,106)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    69,102 miles
    Test number
    375187111974
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  15. Pass65,996 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    65,996 miles
    Test number
    846824369329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail65,994 miles (+8,361)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,994 miles
    Test number
    728749633645
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  17. Pass57,633 miles (+7,146)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    57,633 miles
    Test number
    584112230785
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 29% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryDamage on all tyre outer side walls and cracks around rears
    • AdvisoryMovement at both front suspension leg top mountings
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper blade in poor condition
    • AdvisorySplits around both rear tyre inner side walls / advise attention

  18. Pass50,487 miles (+6,690)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    50,487 miles
    Test number
    214987041578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,797 miles (+7,204)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    43,797 miles
    Test number
    739272004354
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass36,593 miles (+3,878)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    36,593 miles
    Test number
    268165603351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,715 miles (+1,887)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    32,715 miles
    Test number
    528634982126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,828 miles (+2,335)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    30,828 miles
    Test number
    228683591107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,493 miles (+1,841)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    28,493 miles
    Test number
    760209580106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass26,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    26,652 miles
    Test number
    381386289486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F5 SYD

Does F5 SYD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F5 SYD is valid until 14 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on F5 SYD?
The MOT on F5 SYD is valid until 14 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F5 SYD done?
F5 SYD was recorded at 82,565 miles at its MOT on 15 Jun 2026, an average of 3,354 miles a year.
Has F5 SYD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F5 SYD has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on F5 SYD 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 F5 SYD find?
F5 SYD passed its latest MOT on 15 Jun 2026 with 12 advisories: central exhaust mounting defective; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 9 more.

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