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Volkswagen Beetle

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,595 cc

P555 JEDMOT history

P555 JED is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 14 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 77,138 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
77,138 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,173 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P555 JED
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

P555 JED was last recorded at 77,138 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 3,946 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,192 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,946 miles
Average per year
3,173 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,138 miles
  • 2025 – 73,192 miles
  • 2024 – 70,909 miles
  • 2023 – 69,827 miles
  • 2022 – 69,139 miles
  • 2021 – 68,216 miles
  • 2020 – 67,237 miles
  • 2019 – 66,169 miles
  • 2018 – 65,328 miles
  • 2017 – 64,467 miles
  • 2015 – 61,267 miles
  • 2014 – 56,392 miles
  • 2013 – 52,372 miles
  • 2012 – 44,936 miles
  • 2011 – 39,272 miles
  • 2010 – 32,869 miles
  • 2008 – 21,886 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,138 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Centre stop lamp not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,138 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    77,138 miles
    Test number
    763039626352
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail77,138 miles (+3,946)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,138 miles
    Test number
    848396755524
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass73,192 miles (+76)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    73,192 miles
    Test number
    165620289410
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre stop lamp not working

  4. Fail73,116 miles (+2,207)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,116 miles
    Test number
    792234686755
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre stop lamp not working

  5. Pass70,909 miles (+1,082)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    70,909 miles
    Test number
    859971472408
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front head lamps slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryCentre stop lamp not working

  6. Pass69,827 miles (+688)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    69,827 miles
    Test number
    673022781280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass69,139 miles (+923)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    69,139 miles
    Test number
    760822034325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,216 miles (+979)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    68,216 miles
    Test number
    481073136113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,237 miles (+1,068)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    67,237 miles
    Test number
    425254075264
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass66,169 miles (+841)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    66,169 miles
    Test number
    363536212270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass65,328 miles (+861)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    65,328 miles
    Test number
    978780360671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,467 miles (+3,200)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    64,467 miles
    Test number
    768391193924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,267 miles (+4,875)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    61,267 miles
    Test number
    665855235096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail56,392 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,392 miles
    Test number
    319730234024
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass56,392 miles (+4,020)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    56,392 miles
    Test number
    807630134059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass52,372 miles (+7,436)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    52,372 miles
    Test number
    887070353052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,936 miles (+5,664)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    44,936 miles
    Test number
    336736042091
    • NoteVery slight noise can heared when vehicle is driven,sounds like a wheel bearing.

  18. Pass39,272 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    39,272 miles
    Test number
    188263841090
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail39,272 miles (+6,403)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,272 miles
    Test number
    525873541062
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass32,869 miles (+10,983)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    32,869 miles
    Test number
    754258140075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear seats folded down unable to check rear seat belts

  21. Pass21,886 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    21,886 miles
    Test number
    472795418373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P555 JED

Does P555 JED currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P555 JED is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on P555 JED?
The MOT on P555 JED is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P555 JED done?
P555 JED was recorded at 77,138 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 3,173 miles a year.
Has P555 JED ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P555 JED has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on P555 JED 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 P555 JED find?
P555 JED passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 1 more.

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