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Volkswagen Beetle

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 1,896 cc

J9 BVGMOT history

J9 BVG is a silver diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 22 Jul 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 164,770 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Jul 2023
Mileage
164,770 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,214 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 BVG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 BVG was last recorded at 164,770 miles on 18 Jul 2022, 4,755 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,015 miles · 23 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
4,755 miles
Average per year
8,214 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 164,770 miles
  • 2021 – 160,015 miles
  • 2020 – 155,069 miles
  • 2018 – 152,930 miles
  • 2017 – 144,361 miles
  • 2016 – 137,459 miles
  • 2015 – 130,120 miles
  • 2014 – 122,315 miles
  • 2013 – 114,619 miles
  • 2012 – 105,780 miles
  • 2011 – 95,078 miles
  • 2010 – 78,329 miles
  • 2009 – 59,293 miles
  • 2008 – 45,131 miles
  • 2007 – 37,910 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,770 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Gearbox mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,770 miles (+4,755)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    164,770 miles
    Test number
    465774556623
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass160,015 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    160,015 miles
    Test number
    561892097081
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail160,015 miles (+4,946)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,015 miles
    Test number
    592203758722
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass155,069 miles (+2,139)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    155,069 miles
    Test number
    510494388868
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass152,930 miles (+8,569)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    152,930 miles
    Test number
    375321110326
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass144,361 miles (+6,902)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    144,361 miles
    Test number
    442573120969
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm + worn inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount is broken but still supported the exhaust

  7. Pass137,459 miles (+7,339)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    137,459 miles
    Test number
    324212414708
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount is broken but still supporting the exhaust
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryRear engine stabiliser bush broken
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box is in poor condition

  8. Pass130,120 miles (+102)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    130,120 miles
    Test number
    859353535095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail130,018 miles (+7,703)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,018 miles
    Test number
    126801635002
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn heavily on inner edges

  10. Pass122,315 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    122,315 miles
    Test number
    366235834044
    • 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)

  11. Fail122,315 miles (+7,696)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,315 miles
    Test number
    387545734093
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)

  12. Pass114,619 miles (+8,839)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    114,619 miles
    Test number
    597866523061
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass105,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    105,780 miles
    Test number
    148947932443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail105,797 miles (+10,719)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,797 miles
    Test number
    548697932047
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass95,078 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    95,078 miles
    Test number
    196199421419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail95,078 miles (+16,749)2 dangerous2 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,078 miles
    Test number
    489779321079
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise tracking checked/adjusted as required due to front tyre wear pattern
    • NoteFront number plate very dirty but charecters can be read
    • NoteOil residue on lower engine but no obvious signs of leak at time of test
    • NoteTyre size: 20555R16V

  17. Pass78,329 miles (+143)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    78,329 miles
    Test number
    224643730012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail78,186 miles (+18,893)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,186 miles
    Test number
    644730730020
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • Note1) tyres 205 55 16 2) front brake discs surfaces corroded and cracking 3) rear brake discs req measuring

  19. Pass59,293 miles (+14,162)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    59,293 miles
    Test number
    330793039078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass45,131 miles (+7,221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    45,131 miles
    Test number
    132078928046
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass37,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    37,910 miles
    Test number
    152617737483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J9 BVG

Does J9 BVG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J9 BVG expired on 22 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J9 BVG?
The MOT on J9 BVG expired on 22 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J9 BVG done?
J9 BVG was recorded at 164,770 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2022, an average of 8,214 miles a year.
Has J9 BVG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 BVG has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on J9 BVG 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 J9 BVG find?
J9 BVG passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive.

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