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Purple and Pink · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

S6 OVWMOT history

S6 OVW is a purple and pink diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 31 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 117,152 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
117,152 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,973 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S6 OVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Purple and Pink
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 May 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S6 OVW was last recorded at 117,152 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Aug 2011: 46,976 miles, lower than 88,949 miles on 16 Dec 2010.

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
117,152 miles · 10 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,973 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,152 miles
  • 2025 – 108,491 miles
  • 2024 – 97,380 miles
  • 2023 – 95,696 miles
  • 2022 – 93,860 miles
  • 2021 – 91,414 miles
  • 2019 – 90,296 miles
  • 2018 – 89,117 miles
  • 2017 – 86,923 miles
  • 2016 – 85,967 miles
  • 2015 – 83,641 miles
  • 2014 – 81,036 miles
  • 2013 – 65,172 miles
  • 2012 – 58,478 miles
  • 2011 – 46,976 miles
  • 2010 – 88,949 miles
  • 2009 – 65,965 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,152 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH sides of vehicle[ESP. inner faces of brake discs] (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner sill[as marked] (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged outer casing missing? (7.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill[central section] corroded/slight hole[as marked] (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose exhaust rear silencer outer casing corroded & flaking away! (8.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

26 tests since 30 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,152 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    117,152 miles
    Test number
    923616047608
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH sides of vehicle[ESP. inner faces of brake discs] (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner sill[as marked] (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged outer casing missing? (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill[central section] corroded/slight hole[as marked] (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose exhaust rear silencer outer casing corroded & flaking away! (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail117,152 miles (+8,661)7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,152 miles
    Test number
    849296064987
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding BEEN "HOT" (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH sides of vehicle[ESP. inner faces of brake discs] (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner sill[as marked] (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively SIGNS OF BEING "HOT" (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged outer casing missing? (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad [Approx. 2-2.5mm] (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill[central section] corroded/slight hole[as marked] (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose exhaust rear silencer outer casing corroded & flaking away! (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass108,491 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    108,491 miles
    Test number
    963637185659
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Cover missing. Still functions as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28%. also no "lock-out" on Offside parking brake and disc shows signs of heat (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer sill corroded at middle of vehicle. tone changes when tapped with corrosion assessment tool. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Fail108,491 miles (+11,111)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,491 miles
    Test number
    830803012650
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flexi pipe area (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Pump audible (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged Cover missing. Still functions as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28%. also no "lock-out" on Offside parking brake and disc shows signs of heat (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer sill corroded at middle of vehicle. tone changes when tapped with corrosion assessment tool. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass97,380 miles (+1,684)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    97,380 miles
    Test number
    830874021298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass95,696 miles (+1,836)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    95,696 miles
    Test number
    640735281013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass93,860 miles (+2,446)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    93,860 miles
    Test number
    965086198028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both inner edges worn and perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass91,414 miles (+1,118)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    91,414 miles
    Test number
    776023978797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass90,296 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    90,296 miles
    Test number
    661156023170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail90,255 miles (+1,138)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,255 miles
    Test number
    673248271181
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass89,117 miles (+2,194)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    89,117 miles
    Test number
    806432128048
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass86,923 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    86,923 miles
    Test number
    982664094257
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail86,923 miles (+956)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,923 miles
    Test number
    894245778372
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass85,967 miles (+2,326)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    85,967 miles
    Test number
    543309226822
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside+offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner tie rod has slight play detected
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat belt latch casing broken but still functional

  15. Pass83,641 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    83,641 miles
    Test number
    910176069564
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front rack end
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat cant be folded forward

  16. Fail83,641 miles (+2,605)2 failures1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,641 miles
    Test number
    977833943739
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testFuel hose leaking fuel filter (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre stop lamp not working
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front rack end
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front seat cant be folded forward

  17. Pass81,036 miles (+15,864)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    81,036 miles
    Test number
    818778384295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass65,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    65,172 miles
    Test number
    137956363290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail65,172 miles (+6,694)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,172 miles
    Test number
    357746863298
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass58,478 miles (+11,502)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    58,478 miles
    Test number
    257436052297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,976 miles (-41,973)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    46,976 miles
    Test number
    878265821209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass88,949 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    88,949 miles
    Test number
    403340450308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail88,949 miles (+22,984)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,949 miles
    Test number
    371000450378
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass65,965 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    65,965 miles
    Test number
    583626479156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Fail65,965 miles (+1)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,965 miles
    Test number
    291245379473
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Fail65,964 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,964 miles
    Test number
    241750259436
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about S6 OVW

Does S6 OVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S6 OVW is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S6 OVW?
The MOT on S6 OVW is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S6 OVW done?
S6 OVW was recorded at 117,152 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 2,973 miles a year.
Has S6 OVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S6 OVW has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S6 OVW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Aug 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S6 OVW find?
S6 OVW passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides of vehicle[esp. inner faces of brake discs]; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted inner sill[as marked]; offside front seat belt flexible stalk damaged outer casing missing?, and 2 more.

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