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Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,984 cc

S16 PSWMOT history

S16 PSW is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 62,403 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
62,403 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,029 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S16 PSW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S16 PSW was last recorded at 62,403 miles on 1 Dec 2025, 2,639 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,764 miles · 28 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,639 miles
Average per year
3,029 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 62,403 miles
  • 2024 – 59,764 miles
  • 2023 – 51,503 miles
  • 2022 – 38,601 miles
  • 2021 – 34,592 miles
  • 2020 – 32,978 miles
  • 2019 – 32,023 miles
  • 2018 – 31,239 miles
  • 2017 – 29,620 miles
  • 2016 – 28,053 miles
  • 2015 – 26,285 miles
  • 2014 – 23,479 miles
  • 2013 – 21,449 miles
  • 2012 – 18,462 miles
  • 2011 – 15,731 miles
  • 2010 – 12,220 miles
  • 2009 – 10,209 miles
  • 2008 – 8,098 miles
  • 2007 – 6,301 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,403 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass62,403 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    62,403 miles
    Test number
    610328636881
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail62,403 miles (+2,639)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,403 miles
    Test number
    276283829298
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass59,764 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    59,764 miles
    Test number
    256278077576
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail59,764 miles (+8,261)1 dangerous1 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,764 miles
    Test number
    820502917297
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass51,503 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    51,503 miles
    Test number
    495004806408
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail51,503 miles (+12,902)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,503 miles
    Test number
    962132998582
    • Repaired at testFront Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass38,601 miles (+4,009)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    38,601 miles
    Test number
    822067295520
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass34,592 miles (+1,614)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    34,592 miles
    Test number
    162195651529
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective UV Damage (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective UV Damage (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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))

  9. Pass32,978 miles (+955)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    32,978 miles
    Test number
    903169199984
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges

  10. Pass32,023 miles (+784)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    32,023 miles
    Test number
    992763393719
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge & has a cut to wall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge & has a cut to tread (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass31,239 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    31,239 miles
    Test number
    340509504314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail31,238 miles (+1,618)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,238 miles
    Test number
    530822464905
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

  13. Pass29,620 miles (+1,567)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    29,620 miles
    Test number
    397582059745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass28,053 miles (+1,768)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    28,053 miles
    Test number
    403908085610
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre leaking badly
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass26,285 miles (+2,806)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    26,285 miles
    Test number
    613874380383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass23,479 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    23,479 miles
    Test number
    155289764238
    • NoteBoth front brake discs rusted

  17. Fail23,479 miles (+2,030)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,479 miles
    Test number
    198439764232
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs rusted

  18. Pass21,449 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    21,449 miles
    Test number
    417203983283
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs rusted on inner faces

  19. Fail21,449 miles (+2,987)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,449 miles
    Test number
    407873483217
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs rusted on inner faces

  20. Pass18,462 miles (+2,731)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    18,462 miles
    Test number
    409885172248
    • 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)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has a cut in the sidewall but not down to cords

  21. Pass15,731 miles (+3,511)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    15,731 miles
    Test number
    395528791258
    • 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)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs getting rusted on inner faces

  22. Fail12,220 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,220 miles
    Test number
    383591780101
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs getting rusted and pitted on inner faces

  23. Pass12,220 miles (+2,011)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    12,220 miles
    Test number
    403211180194
    • NoteBoth front brake discs getting rusted and pitted on inner faces

  24. Pass10,209 miles (+2,111)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    10,209 miles
    Test number
    821140449124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass8,098 miles (+1,797)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    8,098 miles
    Test number
    554590048116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass6,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    6,301 miles
    Test number
    800174447186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S16 PSW

Does S16 PSW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S16 PSW is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S16 PSW?
The MOT on S16 PSW is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S16 PSW done?
S16 PSW was recorded at 62,403 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2025, an average of 3,029 miles a year.
Has S16 PSW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S16 PSW has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on S16 PSW 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 S16 PSW find?
S16 PSW passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 1 more.

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