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Volkswagen Beetle

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,596 cc

L26 PENMOT history

L26 PEN is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 13 Nov 2007. Its MOT expired on 26 Jan 2023 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 89,365 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jan 2023
Mileage
89,365 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2022
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,726 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 PEN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
13 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 PEN was last recorded at 89,365 miles on 21 Jan 2022, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,344 miles · 26 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
5,726 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 89,365 miles
  • 2021 – 89,344 miles
  • 2020 – 89,337 miles
  • 2019 – 89,300 miles
  • 2018 – 89,186 miles
  • 2017 – 88,528 miles
  • 2015 – 78,371 miles
  • 2014 – 67,318 miles
  • 2013 – 55,251 miles
  • 2012 – 41,683 miles
  • 2011 – 33,894 miles
  • 2010 – 25,328 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,365 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

17 tests since 15 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,365 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    89,365 miles
    Test number
    203199193221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass89,344 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    89,344 miles
    Test number
    547776369222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass89,337 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    89,337 miles
    Test number
    714654848557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass89,300 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    89,300 miles
    Test number
    830782734530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail89,290 miles (+104)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,290 miles
    Test number
    788535513869
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass89,186 miles (+658)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    89,186 miles
    Test number
    885686982576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass88,528 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    88,528 miles
    Test number
    203830073039
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail88,528 miles (+10,157)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,528 miles
    Test number
    287385175798
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass78,371 miles (+11,053)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    78,371 miles
    Test number
    465815365375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass67,318 miles (+12,067)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    67,318 miles
    Test number
    999720134350
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  11. Pass55,251 miles (+157)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    55,251 miles
    Test number
    617523433378
    • NoteOffside rear tyre just in legal limits and cracking in tread in poor condition

  12. Fail55,094 miles (+13,411)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,094 miles
    Test number
    628694623314
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvised o/s/f asnd n/s/f inner wing lower guards insecure

  13. Pass41,683 miles (+7,789)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    41,683 miles
    Test number
    396687922367
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteWindscreen scratched

  14. Pass33,894 miles4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    33,894 miles
    Test number
    547481911347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteDistortion on nearside rear wheel/tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre 2mm
    • NoteNearside rear outer sill damaged
    • NoteOffside front tyre 2mm

  15. Fail33,894 miles (+8,566)1 repaired4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,894 miles
    Test number
    977661811390
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteDistortion on nearside rear wheel/tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre 2mm
    • NoteNearside rear outer sill damaged
    • NoteOffside front tyre 2mm

  16. Pass25,328 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    25,328 miles
    Test number
    831679410355
    • NoteNearside outer sill badly damaged

  17. Fail25,328 miles2 dangerous2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,328 miles
    Test number
    204099610384
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside outer sill badly damaged

Questions about L26 PEN

Does L26 PEN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L26 PEN expired on 26 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L26 PEN?
The MOT on L26 PEN expired on 26 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L26 PEN done?
L26 PEN was recorded at 89,365 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2022, an average of 5,726 miles a year.
Has L26 PEN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 PEN has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2019.
Has the mileage on L26 PEN 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 L26 PEN find?
L26 PEN passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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