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Grey · Petrol · 2016 · 1,395 cc

L97 TUBMOT history

L97 TUB is a grey petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 31 Jul 2016. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 7 of 8 MOT tests, with 100,434 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

L97 TUB grey Volkswagen Beetle – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
100,434 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
8
7 passed · 1 failed
Per year
11,593 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L97 TUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,395 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
31 Jul 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L97 TUB was last recorded at 100,434 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 7,946 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
92,488 miles · 13 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
7,946 miles
Average per year
11,593 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,434 miles
  • 2025 – 92,488 miles
  • 2024 – 80,623 miles
  • 2023 – 69,643 miles
  • 2022 – 48,489 miles
  • 2021 – 34,357 miles
  • 2019 – 24,099 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,434 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

8 tests since 15 Jul 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,434 miles (+7,946)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    100,434 miles
    Test number
    332973870822
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass92,488 miles (+11,865)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    92,488 miles
    Test number
    259126839458
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs have wear/corrosion on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass80,623 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    80,623 miles
    Test number
    175950236868
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail80,623 miles (+10,980)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,623 miles
    Test number
    332156901846
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass69,643 miles (+21,154)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    69,643 miles
    Test number
    631005553651
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass48,489 miles (+14,132)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    48,489 miles
    Test number
    131262012987
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass34,357 miles (+10,258)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    34,357 miles
    Test number
    308219341333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass24,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    24,099 miles
    Test number
    628199780815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L97 TUB

Does L97 TUB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L97 TUB is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L97 TUB?
The MOT on L97 TUB is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L97 TUB done?
L97 TUB was recorded at 100,434 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 11,593 miles a year.
Has L97 TUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L97 TUB has failed 1 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on L97 TUB 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 L97 TUB find?
L97 TUB passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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