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Volkswagen Beetle

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,324 cc

T1 BTOMOT history

T1 BTO is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 14 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 89,625 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
89,625 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,092 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T1 BTO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,324 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T1 BTO was last recorded at 89,625 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 562 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,063 miles · 9 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
562 miles
Average per year
3,092 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,625 miles
  • 2025 – 89,063 miles
  • 2024 – 88,747 miles
  • 2023 – 88,632 miles
  • 2022 – 87,908 miles
  • 2021 – 87,186 miles
  • 2020 – 86,608 miles
  • 2019 – 81,187 miles
  • 2018 – 75,663 miles
  • 2017 – 73,506 miles
  • 2016 – 69,180 miles
  • 2011 – 50,628 miles
  • 2010 – 45,683 miles
  • 2009 – 41,949 miles
  • 2008 – 37,922 miles
  • 2007 – 33,842 miles
  • 2006 – 29,833 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,625 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outersill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outersill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Some corrosion to exhaust serviceable on test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,625 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    89,625 miles
    Test number
    404024251912
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outersill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outersill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail89,625 miles (+562)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,625 miles
    Test number
    113295353374
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outersill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outersill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass89,063 miles (+316)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    89,063 miles
    Test number
    720733320311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass88,747 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    88,747 miles
    Test number
    686387867290
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail88,747 miles (+115)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,747 miles
    Test number
    732451919362
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass88,632 miles (+724)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    88,632 miles
    Test number
    166573621388
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded serviceable on test
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to exhaust serviceable on test

  7. Pass87,908 miles (+722)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    87,908 miles
    Test number
    434493787951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass87,186 miles (+578)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    87,186 miles
    Test number
    829005431202
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass86,608 miles (+5,421)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    86,608 miles
    Test number
    128480824854
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to exhaust serviceable on test

  10. Pass81,187 miles (+5,524)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    81,187 miles
    Test number
    471274895302
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to all to steel brake pipes serviceable on test

  11. Pass75,663 miles (+2,157)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    75,663 miles
    Test number
    851381642875
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass73,506 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    73,506 miles
    Test number
    249187067837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail73,474 miles (+4,294)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,474 miles
    Test number
    580109125049
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits at levels of 0.942 (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive at levels of 1.523% (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive at levels of 266ppm (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brakes slight grabbing

  14. Pass69,180 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    69,180 miles
    Test number
    566198752140
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d-bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d-bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Fail69,180 miles (+18,552)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,180 miles
    Test number
    988550816347
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d-bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush d-bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass50,628 miles (+4,945)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    50,628 miles
    Test number
    327898651430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,683 miles (+3,734)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    45,683 miles
    Test number
    750916040260
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine management light on during test

  18. Pass41,949 miles (+4,027)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    41,949 miles
    Test number
    593311969217
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass37,922 miles (+4,080)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    37,922 miles
    Test number
    342744558257
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  20. Pass33,842 miles (+4,009)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    33,842 miles
    Test number
    851331967234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    29,833 miles
    Test number
    113037556225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail29,833 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,833 miles
    Test number
    814605956240
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNsr tyre punctured

Questions about T1 BTO

Does T1 BTO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T1 BTO is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T1 BTO?
The MOT on T1 BTO is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T1 BTO done?
T1 BTO was recorded at 89,625 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 3,092 miles a year.
Has T1 BTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T1 BTO has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T1 BTO 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 T1 BTO find?
T1 BTO passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outersill; offside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outersill.

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