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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

T123 JLGMOT history

T123 JLG is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 16 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 71,827 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
71,827 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,375 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T123 JLG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T123 JLG was last recorded at 71,827 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Nov 2012: 20,123 miles, lower than 20,883 miles on 17 Nov 2011.

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
71,827 miles · 24 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,375 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,827 miles
  • 2025 – 70,018 miles
  • 2024 – 63,597 miles
  • 2023 – 60,891 miles
  • 2022 – 59,684 miles
  • 2021 – 57,600 miles
  • 2020 – 55,659 miles
  • 2019 – 53,860 miles
  • 2018 – 49,583 miles
  • 2017 – 41,255 miles
  • 2016 – 36,042 miles
  • 2015 – 34,104 miles
  • 2014 – 24,629 miles
  • 2012 – 20,123 miles
  • 2011 – 20,883 miles
  • 2010 – 17,871 miles
  • 2009 – 15,662 miles
  • 2008 – 13,491 miles
  • 2007 – 11,233 miles
  • 2006 – 6,634 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,827 miles
  • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level brake lamp (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion suspension coil springs front and rearRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySome corrosion to o/s/r outer sillRecorded 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Upto 50% not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 8 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,827 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    71,827 miles
    Test number
    683533546016
    • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level brake lamp (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion suspension coil springs front and rear
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to o/s/r outer sill

  2. Fail71,827 miles (+1,809)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,827 miles
    Test number
    729308712085
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level brake lamp (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion suspension coil springs front and rear
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to o/s/r outer sill

  3. Pass70,018 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    70,018 miles
    Test number
    963989590161
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Upto 50% not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail70,018 miles (+6,421)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,018 miles
    Test number
    246684751726
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Upto 50% not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass63,597 miles (+7)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    63,597 miles
    Test number
    501631995065
    • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level brake lamp (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail63,590 miles (+2,699)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,590 miles
    Test number
    239110675871
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working in mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced damaged to floor/holed 30cm away from seat belt fixing point (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced damaged/holed to floor near seat fixing point (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level brake lamp (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass60,891 miles (+1,207)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    60,891 miles
    Test number
    855138746098
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front, both rear. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f rear. o/s/f rear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine mount bush worn
    • AdvisoryUnder tray covers fitted.

  8. Pass59,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    59,684 miles
    Test number
    152015177289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail59,684 miles (+2,084)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,684 miles
    Test number
    886234116537
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass57,600 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    57,600 miles
    Test number
    176064191458
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail57,600 miles (+1,941)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,600 miles
    Test number
    472243660240
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass55,659 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    55,659 miles
    Test number
    748567351864
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front. (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail55,659 miles (+1,799)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,659 miles
    Test number
    992436000203
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front. (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass53,860 miles (+4,277)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    53,860 miles
    Test number
    552381551249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,583 miles (+8,328)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    49,583 miles
    Test number
    791193214452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,255 miles (+5,213)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    41,255 miles
    Test number
    766540007098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,042 miles (+1,938)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    36,042 miles
    Test number
    510691652276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass34,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    34,104 miles
    Test number
    235189725082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail34,104 miles (+9,475)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,104 miles
    Test number
    778359325005
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass24,629 miles (+4,506)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    24,629 miles
    Test number
    196470154403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,123 miles (-760)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    20,123 miles
    Test number
    197537402332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,883 miles (+3,012)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    20,883 miles
    Test number
    969631121394
    • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)

  23. Pass17,871 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    17,871 miles
    Test number
    294110100303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail17,871 miles (+2,209)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,871 miles
    Test number
    201640700312
    • FailureFront registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

  25. Pass15,662 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    15,662 miles
    Test number
    764738509386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail15,662 miles (+2,171)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,662 miles
    Test number
    873858309339
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

  27. Pass13,491 miles (+2,258)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    13,491 miles
    Test number
    992086718390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass11,233 miles (+4,599)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    11,233 miles
    Test number
    180009817394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass6,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    6,634 miles
    Test number
    862772316312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T123 JLG

Does T123 JLG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T123 JLG is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T123 JLG?
The MOT on T123 JLG is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T123 JLG done?
T123 JLG was recorded at 71,827 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 3,375 miles a year.
Has T123 JLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T123 JLG has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T123 JLG ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Nov 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T123 JLG find?
T123 JLG passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: rear stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level brake lamp; general corrosion suspension coil springs front and rear; some corrosion to o/s/r outer sill.

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