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Beige · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

L2 SVTMOT history

L2 SVT is a beige diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 18 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 101,437 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jun 2027
Mileage
101,437 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,327 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 SVT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
18 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 SVT was last recorded at 101,437 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 8,044 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,393 miles · 8 May 2025
Between the last two tests
8,044 miles
Average per year
5,327 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,437 miles
  • 2025 – 93,393 miles
  • 2024 – 89,783 miles
  • 2023 – 89,710 miles
  • 2022 – 89,419 miles
  • 2021 – 88,546 miles
  • 2020 – 87,737 miles
  • 2019 – 85,919 miles
  • 2018 – 78,459 miles
  • 2017 – 70,504 miles
  • 2016 – 62,491 miles
  • 2015 – 55,041 miles
  • 2014 – 46,898 miles
  • 2013 – 38,652 miles
  • 2012 – 30,909 miles
  • 2011 – 22,723 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,437 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,437 miles (+8,044)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    101,437 miles
    Test number
    210916386224
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass93,393 miles (+3,610)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    93,393 miles
    Test number
    895473241276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass89,783 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    89,783 miles
    Test number
    183815472061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose cover (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail89,782 miles (+72)9 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,782 miles
    Test number
    903231419813
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose cover (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass89,710 miles (+291)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    89,710 miles
    Test number
    710900565065
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass89,419 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    89,419 miles
    Test number
    794833441786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail89,419 miles (+873)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,419 miles
    Test number
    522744652108
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass88,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    88,546 miles
    Test number
    875630590737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail88,546 miles (+809)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,546 miles
    Test number
    842294281325
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass87,737 miles (+1,818)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    87,737 miles
    Test number
    241237619377
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Pass85,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    85,919 miles
    Test number
    579202278927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail85,919 miles (+7,460)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,919 miles
    Test number
    507552375869
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass78,459 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    78,459 miles
    Test number
    114340081116
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail78,459 miles (+7,955)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,459 miles
    Test number
    827511173786
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass70,504 miles (+8,013)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    70,504 miles
    Test number
    151870182146
    • AdvisoryAdvise some wear to both front tyres on inner edges.
    • AdvisoryHigh level brake light 25% out

  16. Pass62,491 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    62,491 miles
    Test number
    841001623869
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail62,491 miles (+7,450)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,491 miles
    Test number
    389751432028
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass55,041 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    55,041 miles
    Test number
    349361185118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail55,041 miles (+8,143)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,041 miles
    Test number
    246361785181
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass46,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    46,898 miles
    Test number
    457036594179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail46,898 miles (+8,246)1 dangerous1 failure2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,898 miles
    Test number
    719039884168
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAdvise all tyres getting low on tread.

  22. Pass38,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    38,652 miles
    Test number
    807705303250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail38,652 miles (+7,743)1 dangerous2 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,652 miles
    Test number
    168504503246
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass30,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    30,909 miles
    Test number
    376619742209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail30,909 miles (+8,186)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,909 miles
    Test number
    616768542225
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  26. Pass22,723 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    22,723 miles
    Test number
    759160551232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L2 SVT

Does L2 SVT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L2 SVT is valid until 16 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L2 SVT?
The MOT on L2 SVT is valid until 16 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L2 SVT done?
L2 SVT was recorded at 101,437 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 5,327 miles a year.
Has L2 SVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 SVT has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on L2 SVT 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 L2 SVT find?
L2 SVT passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front outer track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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