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Black · Diesel · 2003 · 1,896 cc

T16 GARMOT history

T16 GAR is a black diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 20 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 109,050 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jul 2027
Mileage
109,050 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,734 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 GAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 GAR was last recorded at 109,050 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 3,269 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,781 miles · 26 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,269 miles
Average per year
4,734 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,050 miles
  • 2025 – 105,781 miles
  • 2024 – 105,732 miles
  • 2023 – 105,690 miles
  • 2022 – 105,689 miles
  • 2021 – 101,967 miles
  • 2020 – 99,836 miles
  • 2019 – 97,106 miles
  • 2018 – 90,694 miles
  • 2017 – 88,869 miles
  • 2016 – 81,714 miles
  • 2015 – 74,547 miles
  • 2014 – 66,386 miles
  • 2013 – 58,092 miles
  • 2012 – 47,914 miles
  • 2011 – 37,424 miles
  • 2010 – 28,740 miles
  • 2008 – 19,815 miles
  • 2007 – 16,889 miles
  • 2006 – 15,582 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,050 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,050 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    109,050 miles
    Test number
    799027041429
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  2. Fail109,050 miles (+3,269)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,050 miles
    Test number
    746195391779
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass105,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    105,781 miles
    Test number
    740617733435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail105,781 miles (+49)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,781 miles
    Test number
    410791753177
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass105,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    105,732 miles
    Test number
    626661044924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail105,732 miles (+42)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,732 miles
    Test number
    368280137002
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  7. Pass105,690 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    105,690 miles
    Test number
    195118168570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass105,689 miles (+3,722)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    105,689 miles
    Test number
    590927959711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass101,967 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    101,967 miles
    Test number
    917555019910
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail101,967 miles (+2,131)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,967 miles
    Test number
    794812814451
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass99,836 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    99,836 miles
    Test number
    832724342021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail99,836 miles (+2,730)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,836 miles
    Test number
    583845534049
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass97,106 miles (+6,412)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    97,106 miles
    Test number
    774149904809
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass90,694 miles (+1,825)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    90,694 miles
    Test number
    110193276882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass88,869 miles (+7,155)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    88,869 miles
    Test number
    370924892509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass81,714 miles (+7,167)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    81,714 miles
    Test number
    522024193020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,547 miles (+8,161)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    74,547 miles
    Test number
    736430655090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,386 miles (+8,294)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    66,386 miles
    Test number
    185389844468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail58,092 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,092 miles
    Test number
    125030853085
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass58,092 miles (+10,178)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    58,092 miles
    Test number
    195960553074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass47,914 miles (+10,490)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    47,914 miles
    Test number
    157578122448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail37,424 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,424 miles
    Test number
    149882631028
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass37,424 miles (+8,684)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    37,424 miles
    Test number
    687932931068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,740 miles (+8,925)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    28,740 miles
    Test number
    124725020485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Fail19,815 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,815 miles
    Test number
    211157068249
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  26. Pass19,815 miles (+2,926)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    19,815 miles
    Test number
    764547068263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass16,889 miles (+1,307)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    16,889 miles
    Test number
    130582877289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass15,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    15,582 miles
    Test number
    303367286279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T16 GAR

Does T16 GAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T16 GAR is valid until 25 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T16 GAR?
The MOT on T16 GAR is valid until 25 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T16 GAR done?
T16 GAR was recorded at 109,050 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 4,734 miles a year.
Has T16 GAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 GAR has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T16 GAR 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 T16 GAR find?
T16 GAR passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule.

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