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Beige · Petrol · 2007 · 1,984 cc

S50 VWBMOT history

S50 VWB is a beige petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 20 Apr 2007. Its MOT expired on 26 Feb 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 112,364 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Feb 2026
Mileage
112,364 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,228 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S50 VWB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
20 Apr 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S50 VWB was last recorded at 112,364 miles on 27 Feb 2025, 18 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,346 miles · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
18 miles
Average per year
6,228 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 112,364 miles
  • 2024 – 106,673 miles
  • 2023 – 100,749 miles
  • 2022 – 95,235 miles
  • 2021 – 92,310 miles
  • 2020 – 90,083 miles
  • 2019 – 83,740 miles
  • 2018 – 76,908 miles
  • 2017 – 72,339 miles
  • 2016 – 65,724 miles
  • 2015 – 56,144 miles
  • 2014 – 47,025 miles
  • 2013 – 41,255 miles
  • 2012 – 35,033 miles
  • 2011 – 27,695 miles
  • 2010 – 19,274 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,364 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded 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.

  • Exhaust heat shield insecure (removed)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,364 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    112,364 miles
    Test number
    408775847411
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail112,346 miles (+5,673)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,346 miles
    Test number
    172517904983
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass106,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    106,673 miles
    Test number
    180815365317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail106,673 miles (+5,924)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,673 miles
    Test number
    199096278825
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass100,749 miles (+5,514)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    100,749 miles
    Test number
    312944813849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass95,235 miles (+2,925)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    95,235 miles
    Test number
    924972053043
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view windscreen stone chip damage (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass92,310 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    92,310 miles
    Test number
    252516109005
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure (removed)

  8. Fail92,310 miles (+2,227)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,310 miles
    Test number
    473307077730
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure (removed)

  9. Pass90,083 miles (+6,343)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    90,083 miles
    Test number
    487737560904
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass83,740 miles (+6,832)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    83,740 miles
    Test number
    429885031594
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass76,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    76,908 miles
    Test number
    859393636727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail76,906 miles (+4,567)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,906 miles
    Test number
    578069202001
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass72,339 miles (+6,615)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    72,339 miles
    Test number
    403172494635

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,724 miles (+9,580)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    65,724 miles
    Test number
    159469649391
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass56,144 miles (+9,119)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    56,144 miles
    Test number
    239121825058
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades deteriorated.

  16. Pass47,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    47,025 miles
    Test number
    145803324473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail47,025 miles (+5,770)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,025 miles
    Test number
    855263724071
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Pass41,255 miles (+6,222)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    41,255 miles
    Test number
    696865273044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail35,033 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,033 miles
    Test number
    619009662005
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass35,033 miles (+7,338)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    35,033 miles
    Test number
    747789662002
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass27,695 miles (+8,421)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    27,695 miles
    Test number
    146757971483

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,274 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    19,274 miles
    Test number
    292898570068
    • 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)

Questions about S50 VWB

Does S50 VWB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S50 VWB expired on 26 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S50 VWB?
The MOT on S50 VWB expired on 26 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S50 VWB done?
S50 VWB was recorded at 112,364 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2025, an average of 6,228 miles a year.
Has S50 VWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S50 VWB has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on S50 VWB 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 VWB find?
S50 VWB passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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