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Red · Petrol · 2009 · 1,595 cc

S9 XLEMOT history

S9 XLE is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 29 May 2009. Its MOT is valid until 20 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 104,324 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Mar 2027
Mileage
104,324 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,007 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S9 XLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 May 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S9 XLE was last recorded at 104,324 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 2,144 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,180 miles · 21 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,144 miles
Average per year
6,007 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,324 miles
  • 2025 – 102,180 miles
  • 2022 – 96,137 miles
  • 2021 – 84,529 miles
  • 2020 – 73,880 miles
  • 2019 – 69,094 miles
  • 2018 – 64,810 miles
  • 2017 – 60,333 miles
  • 2016 – 54,638 miles
  • 2015 – 47,411 miles
  • 2014 – 34,385 miles
  • 2013 – 28,483 miles
  • 2012 – 21,626 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,324 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 30 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,324 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    104,324 miles
    Test number
    516107351407
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail104,324 miles (+2,144)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,324 miles
    Test number
    193925691144
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass102,180 miles (+6,043)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    102,180 miles
    Test number
    510116361419
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs corroded and pitted

  4. Pass96,137 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    96,137 miles
    Test number
    916397934269
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail96,137 miles (+11,608)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,137 miles
    Test number
    303969521686
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass84,529 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    84,529 miles
    Test number
    581161535313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail84,529 miles (+10,649)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,529 miles
    Test number
    292759368638
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass73,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    73,880 miles
    Test number
    895990745383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail73,880 miles (+4,786)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,880 miles
    Test number
    593191729574
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass69,094 miles (+4,284)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    69,094 miles
    Test number
    210571059332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,810 miles (+4,477)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    64,810 miles
    Test number
    648369009786
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass60,333 miles (+5,695)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    60,333 miles
    Test number
    968479966545
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass54,638 miles (+7,227)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    54,638 miles
    Test number
    276521510610
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges

  14. Pass47,411 miles (+13,026)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    47,411 miles
    Test number
    469858715221
    • AdvisoryFront 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass34,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    34,385 miles
    Test number
    388282344440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail34,385 miles (+5,902)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,385 miles
    Test number
    396242844237
    • Repaired at testDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass28,483 miles (+6,857)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    28,483 miles
    Test number
    809091133235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass21,626 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    21,626 miles
    Test number
    889591252100
    • 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)

Questions about S9 XLE

Does S9 XLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S9 XLE is valid until 20 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S9 XLE?
The MOT on S9 XLE is valid until 20 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S9 XLE done?
S9 XLE was recorded at 104,324 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 6,007 miles a year.
Has S9 XLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S9 XLE has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S9 XLE 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 XLE find?
S9 XLE passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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