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Black · Petrol · 2013 · 1,390 cc

L20 WJTMOT history

L20 WJT is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 27 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 86,072 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

L20 WJT black Volkswagen Beetle – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
86,072 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,937 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 WJT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
27 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 WJT was last recorded at 86,072 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 3,500 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,572 miles · 7 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,500 miles
Average per year
4,937 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,072 miles
  • 2025 – 82,572 miles
  • 2023 – 77,360 miles
  • 2022 – 72,502 miles
  • 2021 – 62,791 miles
  • 2020 – 57,836 miles
  • 2019 – 52,789 miles
  • 2018 – 48,103 miles
  • 2017 – 44,208 miles
  • 2016 – 37,573 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,072 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 18 Mar 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    86,072 miles
    Test number
    410361508079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail86,070 miles (+3,498)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,070 miles
    Test number
    438638445472
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass82,572 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    82,572 miles
    Test number
    418674230647
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail82,572 miles (+5,212)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,572 miles
    Test number
    818429257754
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass77,360 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    77,360 miles
    Test number
    321096781889
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail77,360 miles (+4,858)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,360 miles
    Test number
    494108580735
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass72,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    72,502 miles
    Test number
    974336139498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail72,502 miles (+4,499)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,502 miles
    Test number
    472451006610
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass68,003 miles (+5,212)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    68,003 miles
    Test number
    643908169721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass62,791 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    62,791 miles
    Test number
    940975999188
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail62,791 miles (+4,955)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,791 miles
    Test number
    580377039204
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass57,836 miles (+5,047)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    57,836 miles
    Test number
    451460193797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,789 miles (+4,686)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    52,789 miles
    Test number
    539351378680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,103 miles (+3,895)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    48,103 miles
    Test number
    601534082315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,208 miles (+6,635)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    44,208 miles
    Test number
    309393474998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    37,573 miles
    Test number
    751502708142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L20 WJT

Does L20 WJT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 WJT is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 WJT?
The MOT on L20 WJT is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 WJT done?
L20 WJT was recorded at 86,072 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 4,937 miles a year.
Has L20 WJT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 WJT has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L20 WJT 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 L20 WJT find?
L20 WJT passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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