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Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,984 cc

T4 XBGMOT history

T4 XBG is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 26 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 73,590 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
73,590 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,436 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T4 XBG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T4 XBG was last recorded at 73,590 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 298 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,292 miles · 27 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
298 miles
Average per year
3,436 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,590 miles
  • 2025 – 73,292 miles
  • 2024 – 71,561 miles
  • 2023 – 69,789 miles
  • 2022 – 68,988 miles
  • 2021 – 67,046 miles
  • 2019 – 66,953 miles
  • 2018 – 66,810 miles
  • 2017 – 66,172 miles
  • 2015 – 64,845 miles
  • 2014 – 62,251 miles
  • 2013 – 52,378 miles
  • 2012 – 45,842 miles
  • 2011 – 34,540 miles
  • 2010 – 31,056 miles
  • 2009 – 22,595 miles
  • 2008 – 12,807 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,590 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Reverse lamp not working.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,590 miles (+298)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    73,590 miles
    Test number
    581312803698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass73,292 miles (+1,731)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    73,292 miles
    Test number
    330923775166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass71,561 miles (+1,772)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    71,561 miles
    Test number
    203807231341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass69,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    69,789 miles
    Test number
    100498598622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail69,789 miles (+801)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,789 miles
    Test number
    203384235066
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  6. Pass68,988 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    68,988 miles
    Test number
    429352870581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail68,988 miles (+1,942)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,988 miles
    Test number
    457126609237
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  8. Pass67,046 miles (+93)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    67,046 miles
    Test number
    554677964281
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective exhast mount not attached but exhaust still secure. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working.
  9. Pass66,953 miles (+143)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    66,953 miles
    Test number
    119525010099
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated o/s inner slightly deteriorated. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse lamp not working.
  10. Pass66,810 miles (+638)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    66,810 miles
    Test number
    687937837723
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper rubber split on end,
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mounting is detached but still supporting system o.k.
  11. Pass66,172 miles (+1,327)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    66,172 miles
    Test number
    969503234588
    • AdvisoryFront tyres low and perishing to rear tyre tread
  12. Pass64,845 miles (+2,594)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    64,845 miles
    Test number
    783115048885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,251 miles (+9,873)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    62,251 miles
    Test number
    955107394180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass52,378 miles (+6,536)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    52,378 miles
    Test number
    476685503282
    • NoteCentre exhauat bracket broken.
  15. Pass45,842 miles (+11,302)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    45,842 miles
    Test number
    627208422236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass34,540 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    34,540 miles
    Test number
    829467921266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,462 miles (+3,406)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    34,462 miles
    Test number
    867854451149
    • NoteWear to front brake discs
  18. Pass31,056 miles (+8,461)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    31,056 miles
    Test number
    771052940320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,595 miles (+9,788)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    22,595 miles
    Test number
    551942339308
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  20. Pass12,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    12,807 miles
    Test number
    402035528414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T4 XBG

Does T4 XBG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T4 XBG is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T4 XBG?
The MOT on T4 XBG is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T4 XBG done?
T4 XBG was recorded at 73,590 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 3,436 miles a year.
Has T4 XBG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T4 XBG has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T4 XBG 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 T4 XBG find?
T4 XBG passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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