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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,984 cc

S15 BRBMOT history

S15 BRB is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 17 Mar 2000. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 116,979 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
116,979 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,805 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S15 BRB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
17 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S15 BRB was last recorded at 116,979 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 1,374 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,605 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,374 miles
Average per year
3,805 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,979 miles
  • 2024 – 115,605 miles
  • 2023 – 114,626 miles
  • 2022 – 112,335 miles
  • 2021 – 109,632 miles
  • 2020 – 107,368 miles
  • 2019 – 104,339 miles
  • 2018 – 100,867 miles
  • 2016 – 94,282 miles
  • 2015 – 90,386 miles
  • 2014 – 88,512 miles
  • 2013 – 72,783 miles
  • 2012 – 59,969 miles
  • 2010 – 57,398 miles
  • 2009 – 53,975 miles
  • 2008 – 51,442 miles
  • 2007 – 46,746 miles
  • 2006 – 41,330 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,979 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Engine light on

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2021

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,979 miles (+1,374)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    116,979 miles
    Test number
    710929627054
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass115,605 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    115,605 miles
    Test number
    469085751113
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail115,605 miles (+979)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,605 miles
    Test number
    345719556559
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass114,626 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    114,626 miles
    Test number
    861787432105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail114,623 miles (+2,288)1 dangerous8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,623 miles
    Test number
    832314556225
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak back box (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass112,335 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    112,335 miles
    Test number
    842920598168
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lense damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer,front neck (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail112,335 miles (+2,703)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,335 miles
    Test number
    516558834623
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lense damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer,front neck (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass109,632 miles (+2,264)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    109,632 miles
    Test number
    140518958254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front indicator lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  9. Pass107,368 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    107,368 miles
    Test number
    762445365332
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Fail107,368 miles (+3,029)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,368 miles
    Test number
    411394513630
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass104,339 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    104,339 miles
    Test number
    991687806877
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  12. Fail104,339 miles (+3,472)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,339 miles
    Test number
    500272042673
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  13. Pass100,867 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    100,867 miles
    Test number
    471584476154
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail100,867 miles (+6,585)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,867 miles
    Test number
    255604472319
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass94,282 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    94,282 miles
    Test number
    734190608893
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  16. Fail94,282 miles (+3,896)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,282 miles
    Test number
    400157973888
    • FailureHeadlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureHeadlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  17. Pass90,386 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    90,386 miles
    Test number
    246569465474
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine light on

  18. Fail90,386 miles (+1,874)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,386 miles
    Test number
    118339265143
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine light on

  19. Pass88,512 miles (+15,729)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    88,512 miles
    Test number
    177126744261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass72,783 miles (+12,814)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    72,783 miles
    Test number
    286658463435
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass59,969 miles (+2,571)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    59,969 miles
    Test number
    148298272139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,398 miles (+3,423)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    57,398 miles
    Test number
    282042700443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass53,975 miles (+2,533)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    53,975 miles
    Test number
    290148599070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass51,442 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    51,442 miles
    Test number
    284110608170
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Fail51,442 miles (+4,696)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,442 miles
    Test number
    621689998060
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass46,746 miles (+5,416)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    46,746 miles
    Test number
    263151007102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass41,330 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    41,330 miles
    Test number
    534085806164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S15 BRB

Does S15 BRB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S15 BRB is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S15 BRB?
The MOT on S15 BRB is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S15 BRB done?
S15 BRB was recorded at 116,979 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 3,805 miles a year.
Has S15 BRB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S15 BRB has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on S15 BRB 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 S15 BRB find?
S15 BRB passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear lower coil spring corroded; offside rear lower coil spring corroded; oil leak, but not excessive.

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