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Yellow · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

T13 UGSMOT history

T13 UGS is a yellow petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 16 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 24 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 97,189 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Nov 2026
Mileage
97,189 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,603 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T13 UGS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T13 UGS was last recorded at 97,189 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,187 miles · 12 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,603 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,189 miles
  • 2024 – 96,118 miles
  • 2023 – 95,169 miles
  • 2022 – 94,214 miles
  • 2021 – 93,149 miles
  • 2020 – 91,587 miles
  • 2019 – 89,473 miles
  • 2018 – 87,310 miles
  • 2017 – 84,189 miles
  • 2016 – 79,524 miles
  • 2015 – 75,169 miles
  • 2014 – 70,857 miles
  • 2013 – 66,753 miles
  • 2012 – 62,498 miles
  • 2011 – 58,303 miles
  • 2010 – 53,170 miles
  • 2009 – 46,641 miles
  • 2008 – 41,230 miles
  • 2007 – 36,065 miles
  • 2006 – 29,932 miles
  • 2005 – 23,238 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,189 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 5 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,189 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    97,189 miles
    Test number
    370211243045
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail97,187 miles (+1,069)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,187 miles
    Test number
    921015572644
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass96,118 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    96,118 miles
    Test number
    378858397794
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing advise replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Advise replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail96,118 miles (+949)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,118 miles
    Test number
    533071179631
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing advise replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Advise replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass95,169 miles (+955)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    95,169 miles
    Test number
    262368821189
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass94,214 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    94,214 miles
    Test number
    823906891400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing advise replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail94,212 miles (+1,063)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,212 miles
    Test number
    205700341488
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing advise replacement (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass93,149 miles (+1,562)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    93,149 miles
    Test number
    859829333325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass91,587 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    91,587 miles
    Test number
    515186385101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail91,587 miles (+2,114)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,587 miles
    Test number
    204443443244
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass89,473 miles (+2,163)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    89,473 miles
    Test number
    848857249922
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass87,310 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    87,310 miles
    Test number
    799221147297
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySome travel on footbrake pedal
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes plastic coated, some corrosion and salt build up under coating

  13. Fail87,310 miles (+3,121)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,310 miles
    Test number
    206866723413
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySome travel on footbrake pedal
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes plastic coated, some corrosion and salt build up under coating

  14. Pass84,189 miles (+4,665)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    84,189 miles
    Test number
    377324019501
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre joint leaking and deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner steering rack joint worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass79,524 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    79,524 miles
    Test number
    194069346189
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre section mount broken and joint deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside inner steering rack joint excessively worn.

  16. Fail79,524 miles (+4,355)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,524 miles
    Test number
    360656795010
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside inner steering rack joint excessively worn.

  17. Pass75,169 miles (+4,312)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2016
    Odometer
    75,169 miles
    Test number
    919464735105
    • 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)

  18. Pass70,857 miles (+4,104)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2015
    Odometer
    70,857 miles
    Test number
    736030044164
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass66,753 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2014
    Odometer
    66,753 miles
    Test number
    438918223167
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Fail66,748 miles (+4,250)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,748 miles
    Test number
    637498523128
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass62,498 miles (+4,195)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2013
    Odometer
    62,498 miles
    Test number
    896322042183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass58,303 miles (+5,133)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    58,303 miles
    Test number
    459390641102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass53,170 miles (+6,529)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    53,170 miles
    Test number
    373280540178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass46,641 miles (+5,411)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2010
    Odometer
    46,641 miles
    Test number
    281131049191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass41,230 miles (+5,165)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    41,230 miles
    Test number
    982363348112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brake pads looks like there starting to crumble n brake up
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f track rod arm

  26. Pass36,065 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    36,065 miles
    Test number
    403725347195
    • NoteMovement in offside steering rack joint
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox

  27. Fail36,065 miles (+6,133)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,065 miles
    Test number
    940878837167
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteFront wiper blades split
    • NoteMovement in offside steering rack joint
    • NoteOil leak from gearbox

  28. Pass29,932 miles (+6,694)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2007
    Odometer
    29,932 miles
    Test number
    862275626152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass23,238 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2006
    Odometer
    23,238 miles
    Test number
    831145725123
    • NoteEngine oil on minimum

Questions about T13 UGS

Does T13 UGS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T13 UGS is valid until 24 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T13 UGS?
The MOT on T13 UGS is valid until 24 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T13 UGS done?
T13 UGS was recorded at 97,189 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 3,603 miles a year.
Has T13 UGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T13 UGS has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T13 UGS 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 UGS find?
T13 UGS passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body sill; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body sill, and 2 more.

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