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Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,896 cc

S9 JVSMOT history

S9 JVS is a black diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 16 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 4 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 142,973 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Oct 2027
Mileage
142,973 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,849 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S9 JVS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
16 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S9 JVS was last recorded at 142,973 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,973 miles · 17 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,849 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,973 miles
  • 2025 – 138,422 miles
  • 2024 – 133,463 miles
  • 2023 – 128,983 miles
  • 2022 – 124,641 miles
  • 2021 – 120,178 miles
  • 2020 – 115,036 miles
  • 2019 – 110,812 miles
  • 2018 – 106,872 miles
  • 2017 – 104,265 miles
  • 2016 – 100,158 miles
  • 2015 – 95,892 miles
  • 2013 – 94,936 miles
  • 2012 – 89,546 miles
  • 2011 – 83,251 miles
  • 2010 – 76,165 miles
  • 2009 – 61,366 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,973 miles
  • AdvisorySTRONG ADVISE - N/S FRONT WHEEL BEARING NOISYRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySTRONG ADVISE - REAR AXLE BUSHES IN POOR CONDITIONRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront brake hoses perishedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront tyres bald on edges ( more outer and slightly blistered ), cut in n/s front tyre, deep cut in n/s rear tyre, rear tyres perishingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryHeadlamps deteriorated, beam images poor ( o/s almost no image )Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryO/s rear shock stainedRecorded 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.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearward bush split

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 19 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,973 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    142,973 miles
    Test number
    519539651044
    • AdvisorySTRONG ADVISE - N/S FRONT WHEEL BEARING NOISY
    • AdvisorySTRONG ADVISE - REAR AXLE BUSHES IN POOR CONDITION
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses perished
    • AdvisoryFront tyres bald on edges ( more outer and slightly blistered ), cut in n/s front tyre, deep cut in n/s rear tyre, rear tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps deteriorated, beam images poor ( o/s almost no image )
    • AdvisoryO/s rear shock stained
  2. Fail142,973 miles (+4,551)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,973 miles
    Test number
    862098586385
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySTRONG ADVISE - N/S FRONT WHEEL BEARING NOISY
    • AdvisorySTRONG ADVISE - REAR AXLE BUSHES IN POOR CONDITION
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses perished
    • AdvisoryFront tyres bald on edges ( more outer and slightly blistered ), cut in n/s front tyre, deep cut in n/s rear tyre, rear tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps deteriorated, beam images poor ( o/s almost no image )
    • AdvisoryO/s rear shock stained
  3. Pass138,422 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    138,422 miles
    Test number
    606627944226
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Fail138,421 miles (+4,958)1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,421 miles
    Test number
    631078126020
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear wishbone bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Beam image poor (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUpper timing cover missing
  5. Pass133,463 miles (+4,480)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    133,463 miles
    Test number
    370838111039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNote ; Various covers , under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearward bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass128,983 miles (+4,342)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    128,983 miles
    Test number
    919644511899
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light Damaged (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Reaward bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill corroded at Front & Rear areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Screen Washer slightly weak
    • AdvisoryNote ; Engine / bay covers , other covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views
    • AdvisoryNote ; Front inner arch mouldings insecure / damaged , engine under guard missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearward bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill areas of corrosion under side , areas of filler ( cracked ) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater has slightly reduced light intensity
  7. Pass124,641 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    124,641 miles
    Test number
    266308092877
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearward bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNote ; Engine / bay covers , under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views
    • AdvisoryNote ; Screen washer fluid very thick , recommend attention
    • AdvisoryNote ; Timing belt upper cover missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearward bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a screw in centre tread at an angle
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine , Oil around Turbo / pipes (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Fail124,641 miles (+4,463)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,641 miles
    Test number
    630245735889
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values 5.99 (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearward bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNote ; Engine / bay covers , under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views
    • AdvisoryNote ; Engine / bay covers , under guards & mouldings fitted , restricting views
    • AdvisoryNote ; Screen washer fluid very thick , recommend attention
    • AdvisoryNote ; Timing belt upper cover missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearward bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a screw in centre tread at an angle
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine , Oil around Turbo / pipes (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass120,178 miles5 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    120,178 miles
    Test number
    494723839869
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt perished , splitting (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion ; Areas at outer body sill , Nearside rear & Offside rear , not considered structural
    • AdvisoryNote ; Engine / bay covers , other covers & mouldings fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine , Oil around turbo hose / turbo , starting to drip (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail120,177 miles (+5,141)4 major5 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,177 miles
    Test number
    665538711981
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values 1.0 (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Fuel hose insecure incorrectly positioned & 1 clip missing , engine bay (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt perished , splitting (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion ; Areas at outer body sill , Nearside rear & Offside rear , not considered structural
    • AdvisoryNote ; Engine / bay covers , other covers & mouldings fitted
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine , Oil around turbo hose / turbo , starting to drip (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass115,036 miles (+4,224)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    115,036 miles
    Test number
    568033485198
    • AdvisoryBrakes ; Brake disc & Pads have appear to have overheated , Nearside rear
    • AdvisoryBrakes ; Parking brake lever at calliper operation rough , Nearside rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Areas main tread at 2.5 mm , secondary tread balding on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking & cuts in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNote ; Rear wheels have slightly restricted rotation , suspect brake related
    • AdvisoryNote ; Timing belt cover ( upper ) & front under guard missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Areas of main tread at 3.0 mm , secondary tread balding on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Areas main tread at 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views
  12. Pass110,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    110,812 miles
    Test number
    206998602336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail110,812 miles (+3,940)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,812 miles
    Test number
    207171801632
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  14. Pass106,872 miles (+2,607)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    106,872 miles
    Test number
    660251692649
    • AdvisoryBrakes ; Parking brake lever has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryCorrosion ; Areas at Offside front sill outer & under side
    • AdvisoryEngine ; Oil level lamp on but oil level too high
    • AdvisoryNote ; Battery cover / incomplete , main fuse box requires securing
    • AdvisoryNote ; Engine / bay covers , other covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views
    • AdvisoryNote ; Inner wing mouldings damaged , engine under guard missing
    • AdvisoryNote ; Oil leak rear of engine , not excessive
  15. Pass104,265 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    104,265 miles
    Test number
    493410290567
    • AdvisoryEngine / bay covers , other covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views
    • AdvisoryEngine ; *** Oil level at minimum *** Oil leaks ?
    • AdvisoryLighting ; Both Headlamps bulb cover missing
    • AdvisoryLighting ; Main beam image odd , Nearside ?
    • AdvisoryLighting ; Reverse lamp is insecure
    • AdvisoryNote ; *** Engine timing cover is missing , recommend replace ***
    • AdvisoryNote ; E.M.L. warning on , recommend diagnostic check
    • AdvisoryNote ; Engine under guard missing , inner wing mouldings insecure & inner arch mouldings damaged
  16. Fail104,265 miles (+4,107)1 dangerous1 failure1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,265 miles
    Test number
    575346086703
    • DangerousNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint is insecure bolts undone / 1 bolt missing (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryDriveshafts ; C.V. joint 1 bolt is obviously insecure , recommend check others , Offside front inner
    • AdvisoryEngine / bay covers , other covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views
    • AdvisoryEngine ; *** Oil level at minimum *** Oil leaks ?
    • AdvisoryLighting ; Both Headlamps bulb cover missing
    • AdvisoryLighting ; Main beam image odd , Nearside ?
    • AdvisoryLighting ; Reverse lamp is insecure
    • AdvisoryNote ; *** Engine timing cover is missing , recommend replace ***
    • AdvisoryNote ; E.M.L. warning on , recommend diagnostic check
    • AdvisoryNote ; Engine under guard missing , inner wing mouldings insecure & inner arch mouldings damaged
  17. Pass100,158 miles (+4,266)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    100,158 miles
    Test number
    191642204744
    • AdvisoryEML on.
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted.
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both lower arm rear bushes. (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Sill has corrosion.
    • 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)
  18. Pass95,892 miles (+956)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    95,892 miles
    Test number
    117247019556
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs heavily worn
  19. Pass94,936 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    94,936 miles
    Test number
    755303433391
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  20. Fail94,936 miles (+5,390)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,936 miles
    Test number
    199943133314
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  21. Pass89,546 miles (+6,295)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    89,546 miles
    Test number
    387476022335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass83,251 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    83,251 miles
    Test number
    666589931366
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  23. Fail83,251 miles (+7,086)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,251 miles
    Test number
    925559131372
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  24. Fail76,165 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,165 miles
    Test number
    293939910315
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
  25. Pass76,165 miles (+14,799)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    76,165 miles
    Test number
    813809610303
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
  26. Pass61,366 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    61,366 miles
    Test number
    460213629443
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
  27. Fail61,366 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,366 miles
    Test number
    461173429328
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

Questions about S9 JVS

Does S9 JVS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S9 JVS is valid until 4 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S9 JVS?
The MOT on S9 JVS is valid until 4 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S9 JVS done?
S9 JVS was recorded at 142,973 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 4,849 miles a year.
Has S9 JVS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S9 JVS has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S9 JVS 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 S9 JVS find?
S9 JVS passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: strong advise - n/s front wheel bearing noisy; strong advise - rear axle bushes in poor condition; front brake hoses perished, and 3 more.

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