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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,896 cc

T35 BONMOT history

T35 BON is a blue diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 9 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 25 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 115,073 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Sept 2027
Mileage
115,073 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,609 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T35 BON
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
9 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T35 BON was last recorded at 115,073 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,071 miles · 9 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,609 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,073 miles
  • 2025 – 112,416 miles
  • 2022 – 109,833 miles
  • 2021 – 105,346 miles
  • 2020 – 103,367 miles
  • 2019 – 96,325 miles
  • 2018 – 89,875 miles
  • 2017 – 77,279 miles
  • 2016 – 69,377 miles
  • 2015 – 61,634 miles
  • 2014 – 51,530 miles
  • 2013 – 44,982 miles
  • 2012 – 38,762 miles
  • 2011 – 31,285 miles
  • 2010 – 23,671 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,073 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play inner steering armRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pad anti rattle spring been fitted incorrectRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front abs sensor bolt brokenRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBoth front headlamps deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2025

  • Rear Exhaust deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s & o/s

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,073 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    115,073 miles
    Test number
    387352595218
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play inner steering arm
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pad anti rattle spring been fitted incorrect
    • AdvisoryOffside Front abs sensor bolt broken
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamps deteriorated

  2. Fail115,071 miles (+2,655)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,071 miles
    Test number
    913182476519
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play inner steering arm
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake pad anti rattle spring been fitted incorrect
    • AdvisoryOffside Front abs sensor bolt broken
    • AdvisoryBoth front headlamps deteriorated

  3. Pass112,416 miles (+3)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    112,416 miles
    Test number
    198295371681
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective n/s & o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal & hand brake lever have travel

  4. Fail112,413 miles (+2,580)8 major1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,413 miles
    Test number
    894376121207
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring mounting insecure lower spring not located (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut insecurely attached lower locater not located in hub (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective n/s & o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal & hand brake lever have travel

  5. Pass109,833 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    109,833 miles
    Test number
    105186386596
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess bone (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod arm play

  6. Fail109,822 miles (+15)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,822 miles
    Test number
    112428458290
    • DangerousBrake operation has insufficient reserve pressure/vacuum to provide assistance for at least two more brake applications after the warning device has operated (or gauge shows an unsafe reading) (1.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected spongey (1.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrack rod arm play

  7. Fail109,807 miles (+4,461)8 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,807 miles
    Test number
    483150019171
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Bonding failed (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Bonding failed (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust deteriorated

  8. Pass105,346 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    105,346 miles
    Test number
    262046987576
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail105,346 miles (+1,979)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,346 miles
    Test number
    352745337526
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass103,367 miles (+5)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    103,367 miles
    Test number
    231980369333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryParking brake poor performance!

  11. Fail103,362 miles (+7,037)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,362 miles
    Test number
    724271049369
    • MajorFront Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryParking brake poor performance!

  12. Pass96,325 miles (+6,450)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    96,325 miles
    Test number
    824548220461
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass89,875 miles (+230)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    89,875 miles
    Test number
    131120800929
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both pitted (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge worn on the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre perished and cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge worn on the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perished and cracking

  14. Fail89,645 miles (+12,366)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,645 miles
    Test number
    510530319481
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty Is causing rear fog light to come on with side lights (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both pitted (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge worn on the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre perished and cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Inner edge worn on the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perished and cracking

  15. Pass77,279 miles (+7,902)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    77,279 miles
    Test number
    363798159810
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres have age related cracking

  16. Pass69,377 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    69,377 miles
    Test number
    103326900097
    • AdvisoryFront tyre treads low on edges
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged not affecting drivers view

  17. Fail69,377 miles (+7,743)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,377 miles
    Test number
    857308648731
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront tyre treads low on edges
    • AdvisoryWindscreen damaged not affecting drivers view

  18. Pass61,634 miles (+10,104)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    61,634 miles
    Test number
    896085595144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass51,530 miles (+6,548)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    51,530 miles
    Test number
    298535564458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,982 miles (+6,220)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    44,982 miles
    Test number
    755441873110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,762 miles (+98)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    38,762 miles
    Test number
    696731762184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail38,664 miles (+7,379)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,664 miles
    Test number
    225774252136
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass31,285 miles (+7,614)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    31,285 miles
    Test number
    476105651173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    23,671 miles
    Test number
    272033250147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T35 BON

Does T35 BON currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T35 BON is valid until 25 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T35 BON?
The MOT on T35 BON is valid until 25 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T35 BON done?
T35 BON was recorded at 115,073 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 5,609 miles a year.
Has T35 BON ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T35 BON has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T35 BON 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 T35 BON find?
T35 BON passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front slight play inner steering arm; nearside rear brake pad anti rattle spring been fitted incorrect, and 2 more.

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