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Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,984 cc

J2 VMUMOT history

J2 VMU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 31 May 2000. Its MOT expired on 12 Mar 2025 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 91,987 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Mar 2025
Mileage
91,987 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2024
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,348 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J2 VMU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 May 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

J2 VMU was last recorded at 91,987 miles on 13 Mar 2024, 3,728 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,259 miles · 21 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
3,728 miles
Average per year
3,348 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 91,987 miles
  • 2022 – 88,259 miles
  • 2021 – 83,999 miles
  • 2020 – 82,516 miles
  • 2019 – 79,682 miles
  • 2018 – 76,349 miles
  • 2017 – 73,569 miles
  • 2016 – 71,492 miles
  • 2015 – 67,051 miles
  • 2014 – 63,364 miles
  • 2013 – 60,101 miles
  • 2012 – 56,992 miles
  • 2011 – 54,244 miles
  • 2010 – 51,972 miles
  • 2009 – 48,456 miles
  • 2008 – 45,330 miles
  • 2007 – 43,570 miles
  • 2006 – 35,776 miles
  • 2005 – 28,978 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,987 miles

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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

30 tests since 19 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,987 miles (+3,728)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    91,987 miles
    Test number
    703861366747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass88,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    88,259 miles
    Test number
    550424907471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail88,259 miles (+4,260)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,259 miles
    Test number
    423823308474
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  4. Pass83,999 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    83,999 miles
    Test number
    126198809521
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Fail83,999 miles (+1,483)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,999 miles
    Test number
    750755898422
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • 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))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass82,516 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    82,516 miles
    Test number
    258972176056
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail82,516 miles (+2,834)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,516 miles
    Test number
    313928938008
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass79,682 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    79,682 miles
    Test number
    890409579986
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft inner seal failing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail79,682 miles (+3,333)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,682 miles
    Test number
    538878744938
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases pipe joint blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Oil leak, but not excessive drive shaft inner seal failing (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass76,349 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    76,349 miles
    Test number
    843463051521
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  11. Fail76,349 miles (+2,780)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,349 miles
    Test number
    556663121861
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  12. Pass73,569 miles (+2,077)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    73,569 miles
    Test number
    523363666679
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light on

  13. Pass71,492 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    71,492 miles
    Test number
    622949159562
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel slightly binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail71,492 miles (+4,441)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,492 miles
    Test number
    926105257104
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel slightly binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass67,051 miles (+10)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    67,051 miles
    Test number
    169857945183
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s washer poor
    • NoteWipers poor

  16. Fail67,041 miles (+3,677)1 failure2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,041 miles
    Test number
    169592545107
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s washer poor
    • NoteWipers poor

  17. Pass63,364 miles (+3,263)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    63,364 miles
    Test number
    746132444148
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteHandbrake cables feel worn when applied
    • NoteOffside outer sill damaged

  18. Pass60,101 miles5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    60,101 miles
    Test number
    889920533186
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBonnet release handle worn
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteHandbrake cable feels worn when applied
    • NoteOffside outer sill panel damaged

  19. Fail60,101 miles (+3,109)1 failure5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,101 miles
    Test number
    139270233158
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBonnet release handle worn
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteHandbrake cable feels worn when applied
    • NoteOffside outer sill panel damaged

  20. Pass56,992 miles (+2,748)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    56,992 miles
    Test number
    529940952160
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBonnet release handle faulty
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteHandbrake cable feels worn when applied
    • NoteOffside outer sill panel damaged

  21. Pass54,244 miles4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    54,244 miles
    Test number
    815403151192
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBonnet release handle faulty
    • NoteFront & rear number plates deteriorated
    • NoteHandbrake cables feel worn when applied
    • NoteOffside outer sill dented

  22. Fail54,244 miles (+2,272)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,244 miles
    Test number
    185277741136
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBonnet release handle faulty
    • NoteFront & rear number plates deteriorated
    • NoteHandbrake cables feel worn when applied
    • NoteOffside outer sill dented

  23. Pass51,972 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    51,972 miles
    Test number
    374251060114
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBonnet release handle broken
    • NoteFront number plate slightly deteriorated
    • NoteOffside outer sill panel dented
    • NoteRear number plate slightly deteriorated

  24. Fail51,972 miles (+3,516)3 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,972 miles
    Test number
    251811860169
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBonnet release handle broken
    • NoteFront number plate slightly deteriorated
    • NoteOffside outer sill panel dented
    • NoteRear number plate slightly deteriorated

  25. Pass48,456 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    48,456 miles
    Test number
    934518839158
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront plate has small crack
    • NoteOffside outer sill slightly damaged
    • NoteRear number plate slightly dark

  26. Fail48,456 miles (+3,126)1 failure6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,456 miles
    Test number
    352428339177
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront plate has small crack
    • NoteOffside outer sill slightly damaged
    • NoteRear number plate slightly dark

  27. Pass45,330 miles (+1,760)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    45,330 miles
    Test number
    730448468149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass43,570 miles (+7,794)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    43,570 miles
    Test number
    440214047181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass35,776 miles (+6,798)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    35,776 miles
    Test number
    143892456132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass28,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2006
    Odometer
    28,978 miles
    Test number
    200039235178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J2 VMU

Does J2 VMU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J2 VMU expired on 12 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J2 VMU?
The MOT on J2 VMU expired on 12 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J2 VMU done?
J2 VMU was recorded at 91,987 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2024, an average of 3,348 miles a year.
Has J2 VMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J2 VMU has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on J2 VMU 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 J2 VMU find?
J2 VMU passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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