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Beige · Petrol · 2006 · 1,984 cc

S8 XNMMOT history

S8 XNM is a beige petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 92,093 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
92,093 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,883 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 XNM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 XNM was last recorded at 92,093 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 5,592 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,501 miles · 4 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,592 miles
Average per year
4,883 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,093 miles
  • 2025 – 86,501 miles
  • 2024 – 82,852 miles
  • 2023 – 79,228 miles
  • 2022 – 77,034 miles
  • 2021 – 74,494 miles
  • 2020 – 72,399 miles
  • 2019 – 70,239 miles
  • 2018 – 68,787 miles
  • 2017 – 67,392 miles
  • 2016 – 66,189 miles
  • 2015 – 51,017 miles
  • 2014 – 33,885 miles
  • 2013 – 19,274 miles
  • 2012 – 10,850 miles
  • 2011 – 9,733 miles
  • 2010 – 8,600 miles
  • 2009 – 7,329 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,093 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive At grommet hole (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryO/s seat belt buckle cover missing

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.

  • O/s seat belt dust cover missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,093 miles (+5,592)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    92,093 miles
    Test number
    902186576684
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive At grommet hole (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s seat belt buckle cover missing

  2. Pass86,501 miles (+3,649)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    86,501 miles
    Test number
    744300298151
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at crommet hole (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe/hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryO/s seat belt dust cover missing

  3. Pass82,852 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    82,852 miles
    Test number
    568479972892
    • AdvisoryGrease at o/s front innner cv boot
    • AdvisoryN/s inner cv boot deteriorated
    • AdvisoryO/s seat belt dust cover missing

  4. Fail82,852 miles (+3,624)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,852 miles
    Test number
    898502842895
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases sleave (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGrease at o/s front innner cv boot
    • AdvisoryN/s inner cv boot deteriorated
    • AdvisoryO/s seat belt dust cover missing

  5. Pass79,228 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    79,228 miles
    Test number
    544926890980

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail79,166 miles (+2,132)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,166 miles
    Test number
    826595955206
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front and rear of the ineer part of the sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front and rear inner part of the sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing front and rear inner sill (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass77,034 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    77,034 miles
    Test number
    846431254025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front strut mounting slightly rough to rotate
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner & outer edges

  8. Fail77,034 miles (+2,540)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,034 miles
    Test number
    276630750246
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot burst (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front strut mounting slightly rough to rotate
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner & outer edges

  9. Pass74,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    74,494 miles
    Test number
    573729657946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail74,494 miles (+2,095)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,494 miles
    Test number
    666921302029
    • MajorExhaust system insecure CENTER SLEAVE (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases FLEXY WITH CAT (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCENTER EXHAUST CORRODED

  11. Pass72,399 miles (+2,160)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    72,399 miles
    Test number
    287898802707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,239 miles (+1,452)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    70,239 miles
    Test number
    341899699736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass68,787 miles (+1,395)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    68,787 miles
    Test number
    804949905006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,392 miles (+1,203)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    67,392 miles
    Test number
    989782089419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front strut mount slightly rough to rotate

  15. Pass66,189 miles (+15,172)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2017
    Odometer
    66,189 miles
    Test number
    798967847292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    51,017 miles
    Test number
    419632815104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail51,016 miles (+17,131)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,016 miles
    Test number
    329512015114
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  18. Fail33,885 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,885 miles
    Test number
    669798624186
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass33,885 miles (+14,611)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    33,885 miles
    Test number
    765508824140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,274 miles (+8,424)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    19,274 miles
    Test number
    629624113170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass10,850 miles (+1,117)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    10,850 miles
    Test number
    755255852019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass9,733 miles (+1,133)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    9,733 miles
    Test number
    335856051066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass8,600 miles (+1,271)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    8,600 miles
    Test number
    980447050070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass7,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    7,329 miles
    Test number
    264808559083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 XNM

Does S8 XNM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 XNM is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 XNM?
The MOT on S8 XNM is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 XNM done?
S8 XNM was recorded at 92,093 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 4,883 miles a year.
Has S8 XNM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 XNM has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on S8 XNM 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 XNM find?
S8 XNM passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive at grommet hole; o/s seat belt buckle cover missing.

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