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Beige · Petrol · 2004 · 1,781 cc

NJH 138MOT history

NJH 138 is a beige petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 80,147 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 May 2027
Mileage
80,147 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,306 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
NJH 138
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

NJH 138 was last recorded at 80,147 miles on 19 May 2026, 672 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,475 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
672 miles
Average per year
3,306 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,147 miles
  • 2025 – 79,475 miles
  • 2024 – 77,111 miles
  • 2023 – 75,061 miles
  • 2022 – 74,495 miles
  • 2021 – 72,357 miles
  • 2020 – 70,907 miles
  • 2019 – 67,584 miles
  • 2018 – 64,389 miles
  • 2017 – 61,312 miles
  • 2016 – 57,302 miles
  • 2015 – 55,228 miles
  • 2014 – 50,608 miles
  • 2013 – 46,769 miles
  • 2012 – 42,211 miles
  • 2011 – 38,073 miles
  • 2010 – 33,261 miles
  • 2009 – 28,483 miles
  • 2008 – 23,549 miles
  • 2007 – 18,237 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,147 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cover sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 28 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,147 miles (+672)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    80,147 miles
    Test number
    903966883424
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cover sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • 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))

  2. Pass79,475 miles (+2,364)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    79,475 miles
    Test number
    863544993144
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill cover corroded

  3. Pass77,111 miles (+2,050)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    77,111 miles
    Test number
    441423258847
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sill corroded

  4. Pass75,061 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    75,061 miles
    Test number
    384631400948
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Fail75,054 miles (+559)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,054 miles
    Test number
    354138719562
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass74,495 miles (+2,138)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    74,495 miles
    Test number
    226296419751
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass72,357 miles (+26)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    72,357 miles
    Test number
    700577205018
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail72,331 miles (+1,424)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,331 miles
    Test number
    818822517903
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass70,907 miles (+3,323)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    70,907 miles
    Test number
    652944754660
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass67,584 miles (+3,195)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    67,584 miles
    Test number
    774794311278
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both inner edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass64,389 miles (+3,077)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    64,389 miles
    Test number
    198814158012
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass61,312 miles (+4,010)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    61,312 miles
    Test number
    465788999144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has damage to sidewall not deep enough to reach cord
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass57,302 miles (+2,074)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    57,302 miles
    Test number
    602255904313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,228 miles (+553)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    55,228 miles
    Test number
    448449411508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,675 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    54,675 miles
    Test number
    183421391251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail54,675 miles (+4,067)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,675 miles
    Test number
    887526787118
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass50,608 miles (+3,839)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    50,608 miles
    Test number
    599167094127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,769 miles (+4,558)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    46,769 miles
    Test number
    527470003246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,211 miles (+4,138)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    42,211 miles
    Test number
    418589692105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,073 miles (+4,812)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    38,073 miles
    Test number
    428417221218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,261 miles (+4,778)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    33,261 miles
    Test number
    562494040213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,483 miles (+4,934)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    28,483 miles
    Test number
    444896049253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,549 miles (+5,312)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    23,549 miles
    Test number
    512181768243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass18,237 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    18,237 miles
    Test number
    440010047251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about NJH 138

What vehicle is registration NJH 138 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show NJH 138 on a beige petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Sept 2004. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does NJH 138 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on NJH 138 is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on NJH 138?
The MOT on NJH 138 is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has NJH 138 done?
NJH 138 was recorded at 80,147 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 3,306 miles a year.
Has NJH 138 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. NJH 138 has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on NJH 138 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 NJH 138 find?
NJH 138 passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cover sill; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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