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Volkswagen Beetle

Red · Diesel · 2002 · 1,896 cc

S17 SLNMOT history

S17 SLN is a red diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 30 Jul 2002. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 192,086 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Oct 2026
Mileage
192,086 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,562 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S17 SLN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S17 SLN was last recorded at 192,086 miles on 7 Oct 2025, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,070 miles · 9 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
7,562 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 192,086 miles
  • 2024 – 191,014 miles
  • 2023 – 189,968 miles
  • 2022 – 188,736 miles
  • 2021 – 186,091 miles
  • 2020 – 178,348 miles
  • 2019 – 169,946 miles
  • 2018 – 163,762 miles
  • 2017 – 154,523 miles
  • 2016 – 145,718 miles
  • 2015 – 136,044 miles
  • 2014 – 130,804 miles
  • 2013 – 121,850 miles
  • 2012 – 117,392 miles
  • 2011 – 111,186 miles
  • 2010 – 103,096 miles
  • 2009 – 94,992 miles
  • 2008 – 86,812 miles
  • 2007 – 71,386 miles
  • 2006 – 52,722 miles
  • 2005 – 39,264 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass192,086 miles
  • AdvisoryOuter sills corrodedRecorded 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Both front steering inner arm play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 23 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass192,086 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    192,086 miles
    Test number
    329600046851
    • AdvisoryOuter sills corroded

  2. Fail192,070 miles (+1,056)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,070 miles
    Test number
    393067926995
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills corroded

  3. Pass191,014 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    191,014 miles
    Test number
    895053812522
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail191,014 miles (+1,046)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,014 miles
    Test number
    563556038032
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass189,968 miles (+1,232)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    189,968 miles
    Test number
    749779360785
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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))

  6. Pass188,736 miles (+2,645)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    188,736 miles
    Test number
    743561579340
    • AdvisoryBoth front steering inner arm play

  7. Pass186,091 miles (+7,743)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    186,091 miles
    Test number
    159050549585
    • AdvisoryBoth front steering inner arm play
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake discs rusted
    • AdvisoryO/s/r wheel slightly bind

  8. Pass178,348 miles (+8,402)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    178,348 miles
    Test number
    282768373428
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass169,946 miles (+6,184)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    169,946 miles
    Test number
    689947202285
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake discs corroded

  10. Pass163,762 miles (+9,239)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    163,762 miles
    Test number
    975946381958
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smeary

  11. Pass154,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    154,523 miles
    Test number
    676263179212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail154,523 miles (+8,805)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,523 miles
    Test number
    643112800698
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  13. Pass145,718 miles (+9,674)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    145,718 miles
    Test number
    574352153557
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped but not in drivers view of road

  14. Pass136,044 miles (+5,240)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    136,044 miles
    Test number
    797927095195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass130,804 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    130,804 miles
    Test number
    676790314265
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail130,804 miles (+8,954)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,804 miles
    Test number
    395979604471
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEsp lamp on
    • NoteInduction pipe holed

  17. Pass121,850 miles (+4,458)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    121,850 miles
    Test number
    815632313224
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass117,392 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    117,392 miles
    Test number
    186529702260
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail117,392 miles (+6,206)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,392 miles
    Test number
    486579102206
    • Repaired at testFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass111,186 miles (+8,090)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    111,186 miles
    Test number
    619626501240
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass103,096 miles (+8,104)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    103,096 miles
    Test number
    821931210278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass94,992 miles (+8,180)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    94,992 miles
    Test number
    684262719212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass86,812 miles (+15,426)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    86,812 miles
    Test number
    190040118253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass71,386 miles (+18,664)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    71,386 miles
    Test number
    711073117208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass52,722 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    52,722 miles
    Test number
    201003406264
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front wishbone bush has a split in it but no exessive movement

  26. Fail52,722 miles (+13,458)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,722 miles
    Test number
    100513006253
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front wishbone bush has a split in it but no exessive movement

  27. Pass39,264 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    39,264 miles
    Test number
    132504305207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S17 SLN

Does S17 SLN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S17 SLN expired on 6 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S17 SLN?
The MOT on S17 SLN expired on 6 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S17 SLN done?
S17 SLN was recorded at 192,086 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2025, an average of 7,562 miles a year.
Has S17 SLN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S17 SLN has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on S17 SLN 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 S17 SLN find?
S17 SLN passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: outer sills corroded.

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