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Red · Petrol · 2014 · 1,197 cc

L7 SVHMOT history

L7 SVH is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 27 Jan 2014. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 47,405 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2026.

L7 SVH red Volkswagen Beetle – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
47,405 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,414 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 SVH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
27 Jan 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 SVH was last recorded at 47,405 miles on 17 Jan 2026, 2,907 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,498 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,907 miles
Average per year
3,414 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,405 miles
  • 2025 – 44,498 miles
  • 2024 – 41,822 miles
  • 2023 – 39,369 miles
  • 2022 – 35,744 miles
  • 2021 – 32,085 miles
  • 2020 – 30,162 miles
  • 2019 – 25,614 miles
  • 2018 – 21,096 miles
  • 2017 – 16,680 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,405 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm worn smooth inner edge 215/55X17 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both rear brakes binding (1.2.1 (f))

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2.5mm 215/55X17

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracked and small splits on inner side wall 215/55X17

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

13 tests since 17 Jan 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,405 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    47,405 miles
    Test number
    125251248242
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm worn smooth inner edge 215/55X17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both rear brakes binding (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail47,405 miles (+2,907)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,405 miles
    Test number
    244451331119
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm worn smooth inner edge 215/55X17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both rear brakes binding (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass44,498 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    44,498 miles
    Test number
    360193132943
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2.5mm 215/55X17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracked and small splits on inner side wall 215/55X17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail44,498 miles (+2,676)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,498 miles
    Test number
    644940767069
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Worn below min limit 215/55X17 valve stem misaligned (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2.5mm 215/55X17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracked and small splits on inner side wall 215/55X17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass41,822 miles (+2,453)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    41,822 miles
    Test number
    437180623602
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 3mm worn on outer edge 215/55X17 (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass39,369 miles (+3,625)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    39,369 miles
    Test number
    840092308097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass35,744 miles (+195)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    35,744 miles
    Test number
    727202295477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail35,549 miles (+3,464)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,549 miles
    Test number
    905699344078
    • MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass32,085 miles (+1,923)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    32,085 miles
    Test number
    593075644757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass30,162 miles (+4,548)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    30,162 miles
    Test number
    644931305263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass25,614 miles (+4,518)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    25,614 miles
    Test number
    440899040587
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass21,096 miles (+4,416)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    21,096 miles
    Test number
    643182629153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass16,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    16,680 miles
    Test number
    716534320162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 SVH

Does L7 SVH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 SVH is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 SVH?
The MOT on L7 SVH is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 SVH done?
L7 SVH was recorded at 47,405 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2026, an average of 3,414 miles a year.
Has L7 SVH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 SVH has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 SVH 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 L7 SVH find?
L7 SVH passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 3mm worn smooth inner edge 215/55x17; rear service brake binding but not excessively both rear brakes binding.

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