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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

S8 ETYMOT history

S8 ETY is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 26 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 28 Jul 2025 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 105,561 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Jul 2025
Mileage
105,561 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2024
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,075 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 ETY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 ETY was last recorded at 105,561 miles on 29 Jul 2024, 1,080 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,481 miles · 28 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
1,080 miles
Average per year
4,075 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 105,561 miles
  • 2023 – 104,481 miles
  • 2022 – 103,539 miles
  • 2021 – 102,044 miles
  • 2020 – 100,154 miles
  • 2019 – 98,691 miles
  • 2018 – 94,754 miles
  • 2017 – 92,909 miles
  • 2016 – 85,017 miles
  • 2015 – 79,485 miles
  • 2014 – 78,180 miles
  • 2013 – 75,005 miles
  • 2012 – 72,988 miles
  • 2011 – 70,549 miles
  • 2010 – 66,011 miles
  • 2009 – 52,131 miles
  • 2008 – 42,977 miles
  • 2007 – 34,443 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,561 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coating has swollen in various areas possible hidden corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield lose
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced areas of body corroding and covered in sealer/coating (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated to axle (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated to axle (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake effort poor
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear water inside lamp unit
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded pipes on rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll road wheels corroding
  • AdvisoryExhaust corroding

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.

  • All brake pipes with plastic coatings swollen

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front and rear suspension components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • All brake flexi hose ferules corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 15 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,561 miles (+1,080)2 minor30 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    105,561 miles
    Test number
    290528850526
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coating has swollen in various areas possible hidden corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield lose
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced areas of body corroding and covered in sealer/coating (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated to axle (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule to caliper (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated to axle (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake effort poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear water inside lamp unit
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded pipes on rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll road wheels corroding
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding

  2. Pass104,481 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    104,481 miles
    Test number
    118585038058
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes with plastic coatings swollen
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail104,481 miles (+942)3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,481 miles
    Test number
    811340849693
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes with plastic coatings swollen
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass103,539 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    103,539 miles
    Test number
    442466338608
    • AdvisoryAll brake flexi hose ferules corroded
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipe plastic coatings swollen & signs of corrosion inside
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracked & perished
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront & rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing low
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  5. Fail103,539 miles (+1,495)8 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,539 miles
    Test number
    374240182614
    • MajorExhaust system insecure central & rear mountings broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake flexi hose ferules corroded
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipe plastic coatings swollen & signs of corrosion inside
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres cracked & perished
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryFront & rear suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing low
    • AdvisoryRear coil springs corroded
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  6. Pass102,044 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    102,044 miles
    Test number
    473179803426
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated 2x front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2x rear covered in a sealer advise further inspection suspect corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and starting to crack (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp

  7. Fail102,044 miles (+1,890)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,044 miles
    Test number
    469060375428
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated 2x front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 2x rear covered in a sealer advise further inspection suspect corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and starting to crack (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp

  8. Pass100,154 miles (+1,463)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    100,154 miles
    Test number
    806377091634
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass98,691 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    98,691 miles
    Test number
    728320897169
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail98,691 miles (+3,937)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,691 miles
    Test number
    832894385370
    • Repaired at testCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust sleave insecure and mounting adrift (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass94,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    94,754 miles
    Test number
    786773645076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail94,754 miles (+1,845)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,754 miles
    Test number
    704629964847
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  13. Pass92,909 miles (+7,892)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    92,909 miles
    Test number
    347066904270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass85,017 miles (+5,532)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    85,017 miles
    Test number
    517262175271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail79,485 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,485 miles
    Test number
    687852995182
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  16. Pass79,485 miles (+1,305)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    79,485 miles
    Test number
    707422095130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass78,180 miles (+3,175)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    78,180 miles
    Test number
    899872394126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass75,005 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    75,005 miles
    Test number
    428647283114
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail75,005 miles (+2,017)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,005 miles
    Test number
    436897383108
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass72,988 miles (+2,439)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    72,988 miles
    Test number
    947769282176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass70,549 miles (+4,538)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    70,549 miles
    Test number
    425878881173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail66,011 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,011 miles
    Test number
    604059480167
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass66,011 miles (+13,880)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    66,011 miles
    Test number
    714529580115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass52,131 miles (+9,154)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    52,131 miles
    Test number
    581930959009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass42,977 miles (+8,534)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    42,977 miles
    Test number
    711239958043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    34,443 miles
    Test number
    704436947082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 ETY

Does S8 ETY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S8 ETY expired on 28 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S8 ETY?
The MOT on S8 ETY expired on 28 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S8 ETY done?
S8 ETY was recorded at 105,561 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2024, an average of 4,075 miles a year.
Has S8 ETY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 ETY has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on S8 ETY 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 S8 ETY find?
S8 ETY passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2024 with 2 minor defects and 30 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material coating has swollen in various areas possible hidden corrosion, and 29 more.

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