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Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

T40 PHWMOT history

T40 PHW is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 25 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 98,943 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jan 2027
Mileage
98,943 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,747 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T40 PHW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T40 PHW was last recorded at 98,943 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 6,426 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,517 miles · 23 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,426 miles
Average per year
5,747 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 98,943 miles
  • 2024 – 92,517 miles
  • 2023 – 82,054 miles
  • 2022 – 75,892 miles
  • 2021 – 69,710 miles
  • 2020 – 66,500 miles
  • 2018 – 60,179 miles
  • 2017 – 54,670 miles
  • 2016 – 49,367 miles
  • 2015 – 44,286 miles
  • 2014 – 38,816 miles
  • 2013 – 32,307 miles
  • 2012 – 22,693 miles
  • 2011 – 13,310 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,943 miles
  • 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 Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryMinor oil leak

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.

  • Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges and cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,943 miles (+6,426)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    98,943 miles
    Test number
    629784728920
    • 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 Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak

  2. Pass92,517 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    92,517 miles
    Test number
    410867489476
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail92,511 miles (+4,867)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,511 miles
    Test number
    974463057582
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges and cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass87,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    87,644 miles
    Test number
    174284973665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail87,644 miles (+5,590)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,644 miles
    Test number
    103777421695
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass82,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    82,054 miles
    Test number
    102912500912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail82,054 miles (+6,162)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,054 miles
    Test number
    447714553660
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass75,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    75,892 miles
    Test number
    840164221604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail75,892 miles (+6,182)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,892 miles
    Test number
    189674787276
    • DangerousBrake damaged to the extent that braking performance is affected o/s rear brake pad lining detached (1.1.21 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass69,710 miles (+3,210)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    69,710 miles
    Test number
    574241056167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass66,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    66,500 miles
    Test number
    956613003368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail66,500 miles (+6,321)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,500 miles
    Test number
    851917565599
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  13. Pass60,179 miles (+5,509)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    60,179 miles
    Test number
    158881264043
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge

  14. Pass54,670 miles (+5,303)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    54,670 miles
    Test number
    352605874880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,367 miles (+5,081)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    49,367 miles
    Test number
    204659800596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,286 miles (+5,470)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    44,286 miles
    Test number
    862369990626
    • 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)

  17. Pass38,816 miles (+6,509)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    38,816 miles
    Test number
    209122524362
    • 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)

  18. Pass32,307 miles (+3,401)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    32,307 miles
    Test number
    717463833336
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass28,906 miles (+6,213)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    28,906 miles
    Test number
    817964123010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,693 miles (+9,383)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    22,693 miles
    Test number
    905710722036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass13,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    13,310 miles
    Test number
    547088611028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T40 PHW

Does T40 PHW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T40 PHW is valid until 5 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T40 PHW?
The MOT on T40 PHW is valid until 5 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T40 PHW done?
T40 PHW was recorded at 98,943 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 5,747 miles a year.
Has T40 PHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T40 PHW has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on T40 PHW 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 T40 PHW find?
T40 PHW passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 4 more.

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