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Green · Petrol · 2008 · 1,595 cc

L16 SEEMOT history

L16 SEE is a green petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 8 Nov 2008. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 80,429 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
80,429 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,845 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 SEE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
8 Nov 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 SEE was last recorded at 80,429 miles on 15 Oct 2025, 3,568 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,861 miles · 1 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,568 miles
Average per year
3,845 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 80,429 miles
  • 2024 – 76,861 miles
  • 2023 – 76,339 miles
  • 2022 – 75,729 miles
  • 2021 – 74,970 miles
  • 2020 – 74,335 miles
  • 2019 – 73,544 miles
  • 2018 – 68,990 miles
  • 2017 – 65,512 miles
  • 2016 – 60,381 miles
  • 2015 – 53,872 miles
  • 2014 – 44,739 miles
  • 2013 – 38,642 miles
  • 2012 – 32,764 miles
  • 2011 – 26,851 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,429 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Both rear shockers corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • High level brake light in-op

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 8 Nov 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,429 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    80,429 miles
    Test number
    700004770214
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail80,429 miles (+3,568)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,429 miles
    Test number
    655032500895
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass76,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    76,861 miles
    Test number
    159559873538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail76,861 miles (+522)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,861 miles
    Test number
    167558516503
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  5. Pass76,339 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    76,339 miles
    Test number
    715636180083
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockers corroded

  6. Fail76,339 miles (+610)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,339 miles
    Test number
    808278243466
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner & outer sill holed (2 places) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockers corroded

  7. Pass75,729 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    75,729 miles
    Test number
    221529498642
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockers corroded

  8. Fail75,725 miles (+755)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,725 miles
    Test number
    911951711427
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockers corroded

  9. Pass74,970 miles (+635)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    74,970 miles
    Test number
    427342478793
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockers corroded
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light in-op

  10. Pass74,335 miles (+791)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    74,335 miles
    Test number
    339324011260
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear shockers corroded
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light in-op

  11. Pass73,544 miles (+4,554)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,544 miles
    Test number
    581370249470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front shock absorber worn on shaft
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light not working

  12. Pass68,990 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    68,990 miles
    Test number
    745411923716
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear (5.3.2 (b))

  13. Fail68,990 miles (+3,478)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,990 miles
    Test number
    254399504757
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Pass65,512 miles (+5,131)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    65,512 miles
    Test number
    737676443645
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing both (2.7.2a)

  15. Pass60,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    60,381 miles
    Test number
    851815434726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail60,381 miles (+6,509)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,381 miles
    Test number
    359099351484
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre at join (7.1.2)

  17. Pass53,872 miles (+9,133)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    53,872 miles
    Test number
    408548836527
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  18. Pass44,739 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    44,739 miles
    Test number
    387168504363
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryStop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  19. Fail44,739 miles (+6,097)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,739 miles
    Test number
    927148804304
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryStop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass38,642 miles (+5,878)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    38,642 miles
    Test number
    278740313302
    • NoteCenter exhaust clamp corroded

  21. Pass32,764 miles (+5,913)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    32,764 miles
    Test number
    465612412386
    • NoteO/s/f inner brake disc corroded

  22. Pass26,851 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    26,851 miles
    Test number
    467892211349
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about L16 SEE

Does L16 SEE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 SEE is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L16 SEE?
The MOT on L16 SEE is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 SEE done?
L16 SEE was recorded at 80,429 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2025, an average of 3,845 miles a year.
Has L16 SEE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 SEE has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L16 SEE 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 L16 SEE find?
L16 SEE passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2025 with 7 advisories: front sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, and 4 more.

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