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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

S5 BJAMOT history

S5 BJA is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 2 May 2003. Its MOT expired on 19 Aug 2023 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 48,390 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Aug 2023
Mileage
48,390 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2022
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,923 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 BJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
2 May 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 BJA was last recorded at 48,390 miles on 20 Aug 2022, 2,378 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Mar 2013: 39,120 miles, lower than 39,121 miles on 4 Jan 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
46,012 miles · 17 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
2,378 miles
Average per year
1,923 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 48,390 miles
  • 2021 – 46,012 miles
  • 2020 – 45,586 miles
  • 2019 – 44,877 miles
  • 2018 – 44,444 miles
  • 2017 – 42,602 miles
  • 2016 – 39,964 miles
  • 2015 – 39,746 miles
  • 2014 – 39,162 miles
  • 2013 – 39,120 miles
  • 2012 – 39,121 miles
  • 2010 – 39,121 miles
  • 2009 – 36,563 miles
  • 2008 – 29,028 miles
  • 2007 – 19,848 miles
  • 2006 – 17,167 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,390 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,390 miles (+2,378)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    48,390 miles
    Test number
    720157105217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass46,012 miles (+426)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    46,012 miles
    Test number
    654536416206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass45,586 miles (+709)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    45,586 miles
    Test number
    825310589977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass44,877 miles (+433)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    44,877 miles
    Test number
    452476812173
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass44,444 miles (+1,842)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    44,444 miles
    Test number
    326672814364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass42,602 miles (+2,638)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    42,602 miles
    Test number
    621634311799
    • AdvisoryDamage to both front seat tilt handles
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  7. Pass39,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    39,964 miles
    Test number
    320348720117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail39,964 miles (+218)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,964 miles
    Test number
    147843478668
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  9. Pass39,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    39,746 miles
    Test number
    980124824606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass39,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    39,746 miles
    Test number
    964982423047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail39,746 miles (+584)1 failure1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,746 miles
    Test number
    535885115245
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • NoteEcu light on
    • NoteExhaust centre support corroded

  12. Pass39,162 miles (+42)2 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    39,162 miles
    Test number
    207953434278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount broken off of pipework and centre box rattles inside
    • NoteDipstick tube broken
    • NoteFront brake discs appear worn
    • NoteNearside front tyre has splits developing on the inner sidewall and slight damage to the outer sidewall
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has irregular wear/low spots and slight sidewall damage
    • NoteOffside and nearside sills slightly damaged
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has slight sidewall damage
    • NoteWindow drop upon opening doors not working so difficult to correctly close doors

  13. Pass39,120 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    39,120 miles
    Test number
    286245194498
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  14. Fail39,120 miles3 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,120 miles
    Test number
    486530294146
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine cooling system not working correctly, engine hot but radiator cold while fans running, there is also coolant loss from expansion bottle, suspect faulty water pump
    • NoteEngine management lamp on
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has uneven wear on the inner edge

  15. Pass39,120 miles2 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    39,120 miles
    Test number
    145880263423
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag and check engine lights on
    • NoteBattery flat
    • NoteBonnet release lever missing
    • NoteBoth front tyres have splits on inner sidewalls
    • NoteBoth nearside tyres have sidewall damage
    • NoteExhaust centre bracket broken
    • NoteReverse light not working
    • NoteWiper blades torn

  16. Fail39,120 miles (-1)1 failure2 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,120 miles
    Test number
    765870863035
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAirbag and check engine lights on
    • NoteBattery flat
    • NoteBonnet release lever missing
    • NoteBoth front tyres have splits on inner sidewalls
    • NoteBoth nearside tyres have sidewall damage
    • NoteExhaust centre bracket broken
    • NoteReverse light not working
    • NoteWiper blades torn

  17. Fail39,121 miles3 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,121 miles
    Test number
    119164502445
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBrakes;; rear pads low
    • NoteExhaust;; centre exhaust mounting deteriorating

  18. Pass39,121 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    39,121 miles
    Test number
    286054902037
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBrakes;; rear pads low
    • NoteExhaust;; centre exhaust mounting deteriorating

  19. Pass39,121 miles (+2,558)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    39,121 miles
    Test number
    521745930152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on outter edge

  20. Pass36,563 miles (+7,535)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    36,563 miles
    Test number
    113532679030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  21. Pass29,028 miles (+9,180)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    29,028 miles
    Test number
    290397288060
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass19,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    19,848 miles
    Test number
    100929277434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail19,848 miles (+2,681)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,848 miles
    Test number
    620408077044
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass17,167 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2007
    Odometer
    17,167 miles
    Test number
    404186846171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S5 BJA

Does S5 BJA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S5 BJA expired on 19 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S5 BJA?
The MOT on S5 BJA expired on 19 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S5 BJA done?
S5 BJA was recorded at 48,390 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2022, an average of 1,923 miles a year.
Has S5 BJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 BJA has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2016.
Has the mileage on S5 BJA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Mar 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S5 BJA find?
S5 BJA passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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