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Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow · Petrol · 2009 · 1,595 cc

T13 BUYMOT history

T13 BUY is a yellow petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 12 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 121,792 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
121,792 mi
At MOT on 31 Aug 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,893 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T13 BUY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
12 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T13 BUY was last recorded at 121,792 miles on 31 Aug 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,790 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,893 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,792 miles
  • 2025 – 121,790 miles
  • 2024 – 121,785 miles
  • 2023 – 121,614 miles
  • 2022 – 119,051 miles
  • 2021 – 104,429 miles
  • 2020 – 93,793 miles
  • 2019 – 81,409 miles
  • 2018 – 68,781 miles
  • 2017 – 58,439 miles
  • 2016 – 54,630 miles
  • 2015 – 48,328 miles
  • 2014 – 43,175 miles
  • 2013 – 34,603 miles
  • 2012 – 22,057 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,792 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear axel heavily corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust box rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear beam axal rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 12 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,792 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    121,792 miles
    Test number
    713937020127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass121,790 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    121,790 miles
    Test number
    844558255820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass121,785 miles (+171)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    121,785 miles
    Test number
    382708566023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass121,614 miles (+2,563)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    121,614 miles
    Test number
    386676078414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass119,051 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    119,051 miles
    Test number
    131703999044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axel heavily corroded

  6. Fail119,043 miles (+14,614)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,043 miles
    Test number
    730838179581
    • MajorIntegral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting n/s sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorIntegral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting o/s sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axel heavily corroded

  7. Pass104,429 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    104,429 miles
    Test number
    544332269574
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box rusty
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever button damaged but still works
    • AdvisoryRear beam axal rusty

  8. Fail104,426 miles (+10,633)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,426 miles
    Test number
    833232241567
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust box rusty
    • AdvisoryRear beam axal rusty

  9. Pass93,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    93,793 miles
    Test number
    539985594429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail93,793 miles (+12,384)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,793 miles
    Test number
    412276492539
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  11. Pass81,409 miles (+12,628)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2020
    Odometer
    81,409 miles
    Test number
    913399597067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust joint sleeve/clamps corroded

  12. Pass68,781 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    68,781 miles
    Test number
    869945327823
    • AdvisoryExhaust backbox hanger corroded but still secure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre also perished/ cracking on primary treads (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished/ cracking on primary treads
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre also perished/ cracking on primary treads (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished/ cracking on primary treads

  13. Fail68,781 miles (+10,342)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,781 miles
    Test number
    187288509002
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust backbox hanger corroded but still secure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre also perished/ cracking on primary treads (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perished/ cracking on primary treads
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre also perished/ cracking on primary treads (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished/ cracking on primary treads

  14. Pass58,439 miles (+3,809)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    58,439 miles
    Test number
    170754471686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,630 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    54,630 miles
    Test number
    829766604363
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin REAR BRAKE PADS LOW (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWASHER BOTTLE LEAKING

  16. Fail54,630 miles (+6,302)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,630 miles
    Test number
    956361132705
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH FRONT TYRES 205/55X16V (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin REAR BRAKE PADS LOW (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWASHER BOTTLE LEAKING

  17. Pass48,328 miles (+5,153)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    48,328 miles
    Test number
    465921475018
    • NoteFront tyres close to limit 2055516
    • NoteRear brake discs pads worn close to limit

  18. Pass43,175 miles (+8,572)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    43,175 miles
    Test number
    549529864004
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass34,603 miles (+12,546)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    34,603 miles
    Test number
    289281873035
    • 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)

  20. Pass22,057 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    22,057 miles
    Test number
    508052672076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 T13 BUY

Does T13 BUY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T13 BUY is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T13 BUY?
The MOT on T13 BUY is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T13 BUY done?
T13 BUY was recorded at 121,792 miles at its MOT on 31 Aug 2026, an average of 6,893 miles a year.
Has T13 BUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T13 BUY has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on T13 BUY 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 T13 BUY find?
T13 BUY passed its latest MOT on 31 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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