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Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,984 cc

S50 VDBMOT history

S50 VDB is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Aug 2002. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 35,609 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
35,609 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,218 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S50 VDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Aug 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S50 VDB was last recorded at 35,609 miles on 6 May 2026, 2,515 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
33,094 miles · 2 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,515 miles
Average per year
1,218 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 35,609 miles
  • 2025 – 33,094 miles
  • 2007 – 17,516 miles
  • 2006 – 11,073 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass35,609 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass35,609 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    35,609 miles
    Test number
    805267603355
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • 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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail35,609 miles (+2,515)2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,609 miles
    Test number
    585755328866
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • 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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass33,094 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    33,094 miles
    Test number
    650081789862
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass31,308 km (+1,444)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    31,308 km
    Test number
    901985777023
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass29,864 km (+1,910)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    29,864 km
    Test number
    543714198112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass27,954 km (+621)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    27,954 km
    Test number
    251130973227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass27,333 km
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    27,333 km
    Test number
    110155068764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail27,333 km (+4,021)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,333 km
    Test number
    307581492038
    • Repaired at testCentral Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass23,312 km
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    23,312 km
    Test number
    494925435465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass17,516 miles (+6,443)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    17,516 miles
    Test number
    434719957023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass11,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    11,073 miles
    Test number
    351714576005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail11,073 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,073 miles
    Test number
    111194376081
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Questions about S50 VDB

Does S50 VDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S50 VDB is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on S50 VDB?
The MOT on S50 VDB is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S50 VDB done?
S50 VDB was recorded at 35,609 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 1,218 miles a year.
Has S50 VDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S50 VDB has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on S50 VDB 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 S50 VDB find?
S50 VDB passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 8 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 5 more.

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