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Multi-colour · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

T66 TEJMOT history

T66 TEJ is a multi-colour petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 19 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 115,040 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jul 2027
Mileage
115,040 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,617 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T66 TEJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T66 TEJ was last recorded at 115,040 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 4,221 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,819 miles · 27 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,221 miles
Average per year
4,617 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,040 miles
  • 2025 – 110,819 miles
  • 2024 – 103,833 miles
  • 2023 – 98,043 miles
  • 2022 – 98,001 miles
  • 2021 – 93,826 miles
  • 2020 – 89,549 miles
  • 2019 – 85,704 miles
  • 2018 – 83,867 miles
  • 2017 – 81,701 miles
  • 2016 – 74,449 miles
  • 2015 – 66,697 miles
  • 2014 – 61,213 miles
  • 2013 – 59,681 miles
  • 2012 – 58,651 miles
  • 2011 – 50,112 miles
  • 2010 – 44,233 miles
  • 2009 – 39,899 miles
  • 2008 – 35,642 miles
  • 2007 – 30,236 miles
  • 2006 – 22,932 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,040 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryAdvise all metal brake pipes covered in grease
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

32 tests since 26 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,040 miles (+4,221)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    115,040 miles
    Test number
    725169214193
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise all metal brake pipes covered in grease
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass110,819 miles (+6,986)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    110,819 miles
    Test number
    816687219655
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise both front too rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryAdvise front nearside brake pipe corroded

  3. Pass103,833 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    103,833 miles
    Test number
    700491723793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail103,831 miles (+10)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,831 miles
    Test number
    627271833951
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Fail103,821 miles (+5,778)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,821 miles
    Test number
    134373868140
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass98,043 miles (+42)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    98,043 miles
    Test number
    212937962487
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Fail98,001 miles (+4,175)13 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,001 miles
    Test number
    959690577731
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth fuel tank straps corroded

  8. Pass93,826 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    93,826 miles
    Test number
    474194336713
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail93,826 miles (+4,277)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,826 miles
    Test number
    160633478741
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass89,549 miles (+3,845)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    89,549 miles
    Test number
    116647489248
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before and after flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before and after flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass85,704 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    85,704 miles
    Test number
    792205841990
    • AdvisoryFront radiator support corroded / holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail85,702 miles (+1,835)7 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,702 miles
    Test number
    508982120342
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen jets hanging loose (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryElectronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront radiator support corroded / holed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass83,867 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    83,867 miles
    Test number
    188285994165
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail83,867 miles (+2,166)2 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,867 miles
    Test number
    471118410142
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass81,701 miles (+7,252)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    81,701 miles
    Test number
    284276922121
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished

  16. Pass74,449 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    74,449 miles
    Test number
    540470066949
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre split between tread
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  17. Fail74,440 miles (+7,743)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,440 miles
    Test number
    982763005228
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre split between tread
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated

  18. Pass66,697 miles (+5,484)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    66,697 miles
    Test number
    366582865157
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass61,213 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    61,213 miles
    Test number
    907663764156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail61,204 miles (+1,523)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,204 miles
    Test number
    749541564115
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  21. Pass59,681 miles (+1,030)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    59,681 miles
    Test number
    969838443239
    • NoteNearside rear brake tight

  22. Pass58,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    58,651 miles
    Test number
    487801852274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail58,651 miles (+8,539)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,651 miles
    Test number
    356690952221
    • DangerousNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteRear brakes tight

  24. Pass50,112 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    50,112 miles
    Test number
    537900851239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail50,092 miles (+5,859)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,092 miles
    Test number
    589462541208
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • NoteBonnet safety catch seized

  26. Pass44,233 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    44,233 miles
    Test number
    911170140295
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail44,233 miles (+4,334)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,233 miles
    Test number
    991929830240
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass39,899 miles (+2)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    39,899 miles
    Test number
    374712339232
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has 2 cuts on the outer face
    • NoteRadiator has a small leak at the bottom right corner.

  29. Fail39,897 miles (+4,255)7 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,897 miles
    Test number
    633711139222
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has 2 cuts on the outer face
    • NoteRadiator has a small leak at the bottom right corner.

  30. Pass35,642 miles (+5,406)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    35,642 miles
    Test number
    414366438209
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  31. Pass30,236 miles (+7,304)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    30,236 miles
    Test number
    373267427209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass22,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    22,932 miles
    Test number
    454617706279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T66 TEJ

Does T66 TEJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T66 TEJ is valid until 6 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T66 TEJ?
The MOT on T66 TEJ is valid until 6 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T66 TEJ done?
T66 TEJ was recorded at 115,040 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 4,617 miles a year.
Has T66 TEJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T66 TEJ has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on T66 TEJ 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 T66 TEJ find?
T66 TEJ passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; advise all metal brake pipes covered in grease; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 1 more.

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