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Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,398 cc

T6 TSJMOT history

T6 TSJ is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 29 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 87,741 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
87,741 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,588 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T6 TSJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T6 TSJ was last recorded at 87,741 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 2,581 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,160 miles · 15 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,581 miles
Average per year
3,588 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,741 miles
  • 2025 – 85,160 miles
  • 2024 – 83,678 miles
  • 2023 – 82,519 miles
  • 2022 – 81,284 miles
  • 2021 – 80,891 miles
  • 2020 – 80,658 miles
  • 2019 – 77,919 miles
  • 2018 – 75,007 miles
  • 2017 – 72,427 miles
  • 2016 – 70,263 miles
  • 2015 – 65,945 miles
  • 2014 – 65,541 miles
  • 2013 – 62,767 miles
  • 2012 – 55,760 miles
  • 2011 – 47,930 miles
  • 2010 – 42,958 miles
  • 2009 – 35,712 miles
  • 2008 – 28,644 miles
  • 2007 – 18,665 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,741 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil leak from transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major4 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

31 tests since 14 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,741 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    87,741 miles
    Test number
    247462445945
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil leak from transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail87,741 miles (+2,581)1 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,741 miles
    Test number
    502932890396
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Oil leak from transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass85,160 miles (+1,482)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    85,160 miles
    Test number
    590847570447
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly perished
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass83,678 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    83,678 miles
    Test number
    366433585524
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail83,678 miles (+1,159)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,678 miles
    Test number
    905560661064
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass82,519 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    82,519 miles
    Test number
    720103866876
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail82,519 miles (+1,235)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,519 miles
    Test number
    458435098196
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass81,284 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    81,284 miles
    Test number
    393291648517
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail81,284 miles (+393)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,284 miles
    Test number
    544102455099
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both slightly cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass80,891 miles (+233)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    80,891 miles
    Test number
    157578136753
    • AdvisoryNearside Front nsf head light deteriorated slightly
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake discs slightly rusty
    • AdvisorySome surface corrosion on brake pipes

  11. Pass80,658 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    80,658 miles
    Test number
    919478853725
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Fail80,644 miles (+2,725)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,644 miles
    Test number
    775752145164
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass77,919 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    77,919 miles
    Test number
    392245633944
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  14. Fail77,919 miles (+2,912)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,919 miles
    Test number
    543174259075
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high Both front (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both front (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  15. Pass75,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    75,007 miles
    Test number
    914967131009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail75,006 miles (+2,579)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,006 miles
    Test number
    982705149526
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  17. Pass72,427 miles (+2,164)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    72,427 miles
    Test number
    103507471653
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  18. Pass70,263 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    70,263 miles
    Test number
    992726559381
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail70,263 miles (+4,318)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,263 miles
    Test number
    632401749394
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass65,945 miles (+404)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    65,945 miles
    Test number
    429560255152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,541 miles (+2,774)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    65,541 miles
    Test number
    449162144193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass62,767 miles (+7,007)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    62,767 miles
    Test number
    655892243158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass55,760 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    55,760 miles
    Test number
    778896742123
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Fail55,760 miles (+7,830)5 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,760 miles
    Test number
    787926742189
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Pass47,930 miles (+4,972)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    47,930 miles
    Test number
    626855021120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass42,958 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    42,958 miles
    Test number
    261344250423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail42,958 miles (+7,246)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,958 miles
    Test number
    200512850490
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  28. Pass35,712 miles (+72)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    35,712 miles
    Test number
    994047749113
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished, offside rear tyre out of shape
    • NoteNumber plates may be deemed illegal

  29. Fail35,640 miles (+6,996)6 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,640 miles
    Test number
    824403849169
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished, offside rear tyre out of shape
    • NoteNumber plates may be deemed illegal

  30. Pass28,644 miles (+9,979)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    28,644 miles
    Test number
    454371558134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass18,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    18,665 miles
    Test number
    114144507193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T6 TSJ

Does T6 TSJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T6 TSJ is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T6 TSJ?
The MOT on T6 TSJ is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T6 TSJ done?
T6 TSJ was recorded at 87,741 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 3,588 miles a year.
Has T6 TSJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T6 TSJ has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T6 TSJ 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 T6 TSJ find?
T6 TSJ passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive oil leak from transmission..

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