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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

T57 BBCMOT history

T57 BBC is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 24 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 70,864 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
70,864 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,737 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T57 BBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T57 BBC was last recorded at 70,864 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 1,241 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,623 miles · 31 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,241 miles
Average per year
2,737 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,864 miles
  • 2025 – 69,623 miles
  • 2022 – 65,275 miles
  • 2020 – 65,004 miles
  • 2019 – 64,817 miles
  • 2018 – 63,022 miles
  • 2017 – 62,066 miles
  • 2016 – 60,075 miles
  • 2015 – 58,734 miles
  • 2014 – 53,296 miles
  • 2013 – 49,752 miles
  • 2012 – 48,403 miles
  • 2011 – 44,859 miles
  • 2010 – 38,642 miles
  • 2009 – 33,802 miles
  • 2008 – 28,141 miles
  • 2007 – 22,094 miles
  • 2006 – 16,339 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,864 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    70,864 miles
    Test number
    299233553294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail70,864 miles (+1,241)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,864 miles
    Test number
    644280390286
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass69,623 miles (+4,348)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    69,623 miles
    Test number
    249299415270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass65,275 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2023
    Odometer
    65,275 miles
    Test number
    116847933893
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Very excessive corrosion. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail65,275 miles (+271)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,275 miles
    Test number
    892398138106
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Very excessive corrosion. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass65,004 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    65,004 miles
    Test number
    164259121665
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail65,001 miles (+184)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,001 miles
    Test number
    659156156433
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass64,817 miles (+1,795)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    64,817 miles
    Test number
    969642011978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass63,022 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    63,022 miles
    Test number
    375434734363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2055516 (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail63,022 miles (+956)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,022 miles
    Test number
    677236487976
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2055516 (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass62,066 miles (+1,991)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    62,066 miles
    Test number
    164159817495
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass60,075 miles (+1,341)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    60,075 miles
    Test number
    364841103462
    • AdvisoryEML ON
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass58,734 miles (+2)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    58,734 miles
    Test number
    835311805268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteEM LIGHT ON

  14. Fail58,732 miles (+5,436)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,732 miles
    Test number
    368748095150
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteEM LIGHT ON
    • NoteOVER FILLED WITH OIL

  15. Pass53,296 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    53,296 miles
    Test number
    485498394196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail53,283 miles (+3,531)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,283 miles
    Test number
    518237194114
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  17. Pass49,752 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    49,752 miles
    Test number
    405563093151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail49,752 miles (+1,349)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,752 miles
    Test number
    388143193109
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

  19. Fail48,403 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,403 miles
    Test number
    188097842236
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass48,403 miles (+3,544)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    48,403 miles
    Test number
    418097942288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail44,859 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,859 miles
    Test number
    315005341419
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • 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)

  22. Pass44,859 miles (+6,217)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    44,859 miles
    Test number
    956665141229
    • 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)

  23. Pass38,642 miles (+4,840)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    38,642 miles
    Test number
    592073340234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass33,802 miles (+5,661)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    33,802 miles
    Test number
    374315629277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,141 miles (+6,047)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    28,141 miles
    Test number
    782976288166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass22,094 miles (+5,755)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    22,094 miles
    Test number
    153569177196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass16,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    16,339 miles
    Test number
    871761486127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T57 BBC

Does T57 BBC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T57 BBC is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T57 BBC?
The MOT on T57 BBC is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T57 BBC done?
T57 BBC was recorded at 70,864 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 2,737 miles a year.
Has T57 BBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T57 BBC has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on T57 BBC 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 T57 BBC find?
T57 BBC passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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