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Volkswagen Beetle

Grey · Diesel · 2013 · 1,598 cc

S31 BAFMOT history

S31 BAF is a grey diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 20 Dec 2013. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 60,708 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

S31 BAF grey Volkswagen Beetle – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Dec 2026
Mileage
60,708 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,144 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S31 BAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
20 Dec 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S31 BAF was last recorded at 60,708 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 7,510 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,198 miles · 5 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,510 miles
Average per year
6,144 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 60,708 miles
  • 2024 – 53,198 miles
  • 2023 – 44,901 miles
  • 2022 – 35,361 miles
  • 2021 – 25,834 miles
  • 2020 – 18,173 miles
  • 2019 – 15,669 miles
  • 2018 – 12,433 miles
  • 2017 – 8,800 miles
  • 2016 – 3,922 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,708 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view score on glass (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outline marker lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 8 Aug 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,708 miles (+7,510)4 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    60,708 miles
    Test number
    115438709345
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view score on glass (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outline marker lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass53,198 miles (+38)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    53,198 miles
    Test number
    182880661338
    • AdvisoryWindscreen scored Nearside

  3. Fail53,160 miles (+8,259)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,160 miles
    Test number
    148064991567
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged n/s

  4. Pass44,901 miles (+737)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    44,901 miles
    Test number
    357028387113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass44,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    44,164 miles
    Test number
    511227361521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail44,164 miles (+8,803)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,164 miles
    Test number
    637789945897
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side And offside could be better. (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear most bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass35,361 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    35,361 miles
    Test number
    541988061365
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail35,361 miles (+9,527)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,361 miles
    Test number
    317167899614
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake poor readings
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass25,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    25,834 miles
    Test number
    505896743078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail25,833 miles (+7,660)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,833 miles
    Test number
    227124382694
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear most bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass18,173 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    18,173 miles
    Test number
    892004900556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail18,172 miles (+157)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,172 miles
    Test number
    771451903678
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass18,015 miles (+2,346)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    18,015 miles
    Test number
    791473164015
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs ( pads ) wear grooves and corrosion at inner surfaces and outer edges

  14. Pass15,669 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    15,669 miles
    Test number
    109120358447
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Fail15,669 miles (+3,236)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,669 miles
    Test number
    717528868169
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass12,433 miles (+3,633)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    12,433 miles
    Test number
    246476562255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass8,800 miles (+4,878)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    8,800 miles
    Test number
    737685934828
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp illuminated

  18. Pass3,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    3,922 miles
    Test number
    155195150811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S31 BAF

Does S31 BAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S31 BAF is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S31 BAF?
The MOT on S31 BAF is valid until 4 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S31 BAF done?
S31 BAF was recorded at 60,708 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 6,144 miles a year.
Has S31 BAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S31 BAF has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on S31 BAF 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 S31 BAF find?
S31 BAF passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 4 minor defects: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view score on glass; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 1 more.

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