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Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,984 cc

L5 JYNMOT history

L5 JYN is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 21 Apr 2006. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 77,629 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
77,629 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,063 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 JYN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
21 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 JYN was last recorded at 77,629 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 951 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,678 miles · 5 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
951 miles
Average per year
2,063 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,629 miles
  • 2025 – 76,678 miles
  • 2024 – 74,908 miles
  • 2023 – 72,810 miles
  • 2022 – 71,845 miles
  • 2021 – 69,796 miles
  • 2020 – 66,710 miles
  • 2019 – 61,677 miles
  • 2018 – 60,292 miles
  • 2016 – 58,942 miles
  • 2015 – 57,247 miles
  • 2014 – 54,655 miles
  • 2013 – 52,601 miles
  • 2012 – 51,196 miles
  • 2011 – 49,161 miles
  • 2010 – 44,851 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,629 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 May 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    77,629 miles
    Test number
    725615368098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail77,625 miles (+947)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,625 miles
    Test number
    648121439226
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass76,678 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    76,678 miles
    Test number
    871194681670
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail76,677 miles (+1,769)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,677 miles
    Test number
    534850290143
    • DangerousRear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn BOTH SIDE (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass74,908 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    74,908 miles
    Test number
    469217485628
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail74,908 miles (+2,098)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,908 miles
    Test number
    947254007637
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass72,810 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    72,810 miles
    Test number
    106941538584
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside outter sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail72,810 miles (+965)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,810 miles
    Test number
    920212273178
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside outter sill damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass71,845 miles (+2,049)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    71,845 miles
    Test number
    399286050851
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass69,796 miles (+3,086)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    69,796 miles
    Test number
    263084166697
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass66,710 miles (+5,033)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    66,710 miles
    Test number
    134141971287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass61,677 miles (+1,385)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    61,677 miles
    Test number
    289370204124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    60,292 miles
    Test number
    559493028296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail60,292 miles (+1,350)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,292 miles
    Test number
    440453039587
    • FailureWheel nut(s) missing ALL FOUR WHEELS (4.2.A.1e)

  15. Pass58,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    58,942 miles
    Test number
    335642622940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail58,942 miles (+1,695)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,942 miles
    Test number
    880717275867
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

  17. Pass57,247 miles (+2,592)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    57,247 miles
    Test number
    759201319937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail54,655 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,655 miles
    Test number
    416198604393
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  19. Pass54,655 miles (+2,054)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    54,655 miles
    Test number
    425348604336
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  20. Pass52,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    52,601 miles
    Test number
    478522313421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail52,601 miles (+1,405)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,601 miles
    Test number
    648912213343
    • Repaired at testPassenger's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

  22. Pass51,196 miles (+2,035)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    51,196 miles
    Test number
    466597122475
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass49,161 miles (+4,310)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    49,161 miles
    Test number
    455650891245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass44,851 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    44,851 miles
    Test number
    710581730178
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing round inside edge

Questions about L5 JYN

Does L5 JYN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 JYN is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 JYN?
The MOT on L5 JYN is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 JYN done?
L5 JYN was recorded at 77,629 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 2,063 miles a year.
Has L5 JYN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 JYN has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L5 JYN 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 L5 JYN find?
L5 JYN passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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