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Yellow · Diesel · 2005 · 1,896 cc

T600 EABMOT history

T600 EAB is a yellow diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 28 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 151,197 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 May 2027
Mileage
151,197 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,555 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T600 EAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 May 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T600 EAB was last recorded at 151,197 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 2,622 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,575 miles · 7 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,622 miles
Average per year
5,555 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,197 miles
  • 2025 – 148,575 miles
  • 2024 – 145,176 miles
  • 2023 – 141,666 miles
  • 2022 – 137,139 miles
  • 2021 – 136,249 miles
  • 2020 – 133,056 miles
  • 2019 – 128,379 miles
  • 2018 – 124,060 miles
  • 2017 – 120,232 miles
  • 2016 – 115,454 miles
  • 2015 – 107,204 miles
  • 2014 – 99,392 miles
  • 2013 – 98,911 miles
  • 2012 – 84,310 miles
  • 2011 – 74,790 miles
  • 2009 – 63,734 miles
  • 2008 – 51,891 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,197 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated May have accidentally been damage when new bottom ball joint and track rod end were recently fitted. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH HEAD LIGHTS (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear tyre tread out of shape

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,197 miles (+2,622)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2027
    Odometer
    151,197 miles
    Test number
    315479213616
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated May have accidentally been damage when new bottom ball joint and track rod end were recently fitted. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH HEAD LIGHTS (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass148,575 miles (+3,399)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2026
    Odometer
    148,575 miles
    Test number
    717936877610
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass145,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    145,176 miles
    Test number
    452278771278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail145,176 miles (+3,510)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,176 miles
    Test number
    829179861007
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass141,666 miles (+4,527)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    141,666 miles
    Test number
    154407685705
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass137,139 miles (+21)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2023
    Odometer
    137,139 miles
    Test number
    156598010487
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail137,118 miles (+869)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,118 miles
    Test number
    920549198441
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users Void emissions, high vapour content (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass136,249 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    136,249 miles
    Test number
    546488911075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail136,249 miles (+3,193)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,249 miles
    Test number
    386992788082
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass133,056 miles (+4,677)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    133,056 miles
    Test number
    139979997449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass128,379 miles (+4,319)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    128,379 miles
    Test number
    938627146884
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel drum stick (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer box corroding

  12. Pass124,060 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    124,060 miles
    Test number
    366136723449
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust deteriorated (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre tread out of shape
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres starting to wear inner edges

  13. Fail124,060 miles (+3,828)1 dangerous4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,060 miles
    Test number
    431919902727
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust deteriorated (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre tread out of shape
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres starting to wear inner edges

  14. Pass120,232 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    120,232 miles
    Test number
    651215400947
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs getting thin and rusty on N/S/F inner face
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arms rear bushes bit weak
    • AdvisoryCovers impede parts of the inspection
    • AdvisoryHad play on both front top suspension mountings
    • AdvisoryPlay on O/S/F inner track rod ball joint

  15. Fail120,232 miles (+4,778)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,232 miles
    Test number
    101028626738
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs getting thin and rusty on N/S/F inner face
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arms rear bushes bit weak
    • AdvisoryCovers impede parts of the inspection
    • AdvisoryHad play on both front top suspension mountings
    • AdvisoryPlay on O/S/F inner track rod ball joint

  16. Pass115,454 miles (+8,250)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    115,454 miles
    Test number
    841905568976
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass107,204 miles (+7,812)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    107,204 miles
    Test number
    267192515066
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass99,392 miles (+481)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    99,392 miles
    Test number
    177413024054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail98,911 miles (+8,135)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,911 miles
    Test number
    457645943395
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating maladjustment (3.5.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear brake binds slightly
    • NoteOffside rear sill and offside chassis leg slightly bent/damaged
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished

  20. Pass90,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    90,776 miles
    Test number
    466222923006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail90,776 miles (+6,466)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,776 miles
    Test number
    496182223036
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  22. Pass84,310 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    84,310 miles
    Test number
    129720022474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  23. Fail84,286 miles (+9,496)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,286 miles
    Test number
    449409512077
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass74,790 miles (+11,056)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    74,790 miles
    Test number
    896787021093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs getting corroded
    • NoteNearside front tyre low on inner edge

  25. Pass63,734 miles (+11,843)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    63,734 miles
    Test number
    350464109455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail51,891 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,891 miles
    Test number
    611835268129
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  27. Pass51,891 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    51,891 miles
    Test number
    973715968197
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Questions about T600 EAB

Does T600 EAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T600 EAB is valid until 10 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T600 EAB?
The MOT on T600 EAB is valid until 10 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T600 EAB done?
T600 EAB was recorded at 151,197 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 5,555 miles a year.
Has T600 EAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T600 EAB has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T600 EAB 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 T600 EAB find?
T600 EAB passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated may have accidentally been damage when new bottom ball joint and track rod end were recently fitted.; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both head lights; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge.

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