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Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,595 cc

J9 XLSMOT history

J9 XLS is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 30 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 15 Aug 2024 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 132,875 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Aug 2024
Mileage
132,875 mi
At MOT on 16 Aug 2023
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,727 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 XLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
16 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 XLS was last recorded at 132,875 miles on 16 Aug 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,873 miles · 15 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,727 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 132,875 miles
  • 2022 – 129,311 miles
  • 2021 – 123,718 miles
  • 2020 – 118,005 miles
  • 2019 – 113,213 miles
  • 2017 – 110,598 miles
  • 2016 – 102,595 miles
  • 2015 – 93,930 miles
  • 2014 – 85,290 miles
  • 2013 – 75,710 miles
  • 2010 – 70,768 miles
  • 2009 – 65,433 miles
  • 2008 – 58,629 miles
  • 2007 – 51,076 miles
  • 2006 – 39,237 miles
  • 2005 – 30,227 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,875 miles
  • AdvisoryEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunctionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,875 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    132,875 miles
    Test number
    537293989186
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail132,873 miles (+3,562)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,873 miles
    Test number
    189968192973
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to excess smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass129,311 miles (+5,593)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    129,311 miles
    Test number
    274501244999
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass123,718 miles (+5,713)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    123,718 miles
    Test number
    885875250602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass118,005 miles (+4,792)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    118,005 miles
    Test number
    809463054450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass113,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    113,213 miles
    Test number
    487857489439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail113,212 miles (+1)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,212 miles
    Test number
    990832046290
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail113,211 miles (+1)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,211 miles
    Test number
    847477973549
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play insecure (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  9. Fail113,210 miles (+2,612)4 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,210 miles
    Test number
    548219329687
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorBoot lid component insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass110,598 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2018
    Odometer
    110,598 miles
    Test number
    189398701929
    • 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)

  11. Fail110,598 miles (+8,003)7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,598 miles
    Test number
    320910568370
    • FailureCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205\55\16 (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)

  12. Pass102,595 miles (+8,665)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    102,595 miles
    Test number
    436250286576
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryO/S DOOR HANDLE POOR
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass93,930 miles (+124)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    93,930 miles
    Test number
    417947525129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail93,806 miles (+8,516)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,806 miles
    Test number
    439669415153
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass85,290 miles (+170)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    85,290 miles
    Test number
    296181604157
    • NoteN/S/F TYRE PERISHED

  16. Fail85,120 miles (+9,410)2 failures1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,120 miles
    Test number
    198933464010
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteN/S/F TYRE PERISHED

  17. Pass75,710 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    75,710 miles
    Test number
    126784073013
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S HEADLIGHT POOR
    • NoteN/S/F TYRE WALL PERISHED
    • NoteT/C LIGHT ON

  18. Fail75,710 miles (+4,942)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,710 miles
    Test number
    408794273088
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S HEADLIGHT POOR
    • NoteN/S/F TYRE WALL PERISHED
    • NoteT/C LIGHT ON

  19. Fail70,768 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,768 miles
    Test number
    331241590408
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  20. Pass70,768 miles (+5,335)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    70,768 miles
    Test number
    402551490268
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

  21. Pass65,433 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    65,433 miles
    Test number
    443687209384
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  22. Fail65,433 miles (+6,804)6 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,433 miles
    Test number
    431637609489
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  23. Pass58,629 miles (+7,553)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    58,629 miles
    Test number
    941242808309
    • NoteNAIL IN OFFSIDE REAR TYRE

  24. Pass51,076 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    51,076 miles
    Test number
    994019007304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail51,051 miles (+11,814)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,051 miles
    Test number
    100855007372
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  26. Pass39,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    39,237 miles
    Test number
    334628726289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail39,237 miles (+9,010)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,237 miles
    Test number
    222748826290
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  28. Pass30,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    30,227 miles
    Test number
    311605255462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J9 XLS

Does J9 XLS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J9 XLS expired on 15 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J9 XLS?
The MOT on J9 XLS expired on 15 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J9 XLS done?
J9 XLS was recorded at 132,875 miles at its MOT on 16 Aug 2023, an average of 5,727 miles a year.
Has J9 XLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 XLS has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on J9 XLS 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 XLS find?
J9 XLS passed its latest MOT on 16 Aug 2023 with 4 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 1 more.

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