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Volkswagen Beetle

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

T18 TVCMOT history

T18 TVC is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 26 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 10 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 148,452 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Apr 2026
Mileage
148,452 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,243 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T18 TVC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T18 TVC was last recorded at 148,452 miles on 11 Apr 2025, 72 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,380 miles · 12 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
72 miles
Average per year
6,243 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 148,452 miles
  • 2024 – 148,380 miles
  • 2023 – 147,331 miles
  • 2021 – 146,503 miles
  • 2020 – 143,396 miles
  • 2019 – 141,435 miles
  • 2018 – 116,400 miles
  • 2017 – 97,792 miles
  • 2016 – 95,728 miles
  • 2015 – 90,382 miles
  • 2014 – 85,660 miles
  • 2013 – 81,624 miles
  • 2011 – 79,760 miles
  • 2010 – 71,995 miles
  • 2009 – 62,873 miles
  • 2008 – 52,981 miles
  • 2007 – 43,130 miles
  • 2006 – 33,672 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,452 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn and corroded inner face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear rubber bush deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn and corroded inner face

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 22 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,452 miles (+72)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    148,452 miles
    Test number
    522794122604
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Pass148,380 miles (+1,049)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    148,380 miles
    Test number
    914424075354
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Pass147,331 miles (+828)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    147,331 miles
    Test number
    136450625549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass146,503 miles (+3,107)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    146,503 miles
    Test number
    756794128364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass143,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    143,396 miles
    Test number
    933095388114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail143,396 miles (+1,961)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,396 miles
    Test number
    192721586894
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  7. Pass141,435 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    141,435 miles
    Test number
    640203619504
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  8. Fail141,435 miles (+43)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,435 miles
    Test number
    333545086245
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  9. Fail141,392 miles (+24,992)4 dangerous10 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,392 miles
    Test number
    183311550825
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front subframe damaged & fouling suspension arm
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil level lamp on

  10. Pass116,400 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    116,400 miles
    Test number
    566449590910
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn and corroded inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear rubber bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn and corroded inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail116,400 miles (+18,608)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,400 miles
    Test number
    970565197191
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire Fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn and corroded inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear rubber bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Worn and corroded inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass97,792 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    97,792 miles
    Test number
    172694646515
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded

  13. Fail97,792 miles (+2,064)4 failures2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,792 miles
    Test number
    245732790001
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords heavily perished & split (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords heavily perished & split (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded

  14. Pass95,728 miles (+5,346)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    95,728 miles
    Test number
    708252000361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass90,382 miles (+4,722)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    90,382 miles
    Test number
    776335615205
    • NoteRear brake discs in poor condition

  16. Pass85,660 miles (+4,036)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    85,660 miles
    Test number
    958616304277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass81,624 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    81,624 miles
    Test number
    386580913287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail81,624 miles (+1,864)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,624 miles
    Test number
    375250213213
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteEngine managment light on
    • NoteKnocking from upper dash area
    • NoteRear h/brake only just met requirements

  19. Pass79,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    79,760 miles
    Test number
    709509021355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail79,760 miles (+7,765)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,760 miles
    Test number
    469278921367
    • FailureFront front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

  21. Pass71,995 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    71,995 miles
    Test number
    311749920347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail71,995 miles (+9,122)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,995 miles
    Test number
    192279220343
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass62,873 miles (+9,892)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    62,873 miles
    Test number
    110588829370
    • 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)

  24. Pass52,981 miles (+9,851)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    52,981 miles
    Test number
    341392328397
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass43,130 miles (+9,458)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    43,130 miles
    Test number
    340086527302
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass33,672 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    33,672 miles
    Test number
    943986826397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T18 TVC

Does T18 TVC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T18 TVC expired on 10 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T18 TVC?
The MOT on T18 TVC expired on 10 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T18 TVC done?
T18 TVC was recorded at 148,452 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2025, an average of 6,243 miles a year.
Has T18 TVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T18 TVC has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on T18 TVC 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 T18 TVC find?
T18 TVC passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2025 with 2 minor defects: front headlamp lens slightly defective both faded; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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