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Beige · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

T700 CUPMOT history

T700 CUP is a beige petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 29 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 20 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 35 MOT tests, with 67,690 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Oct 2026
Mileage
67,690 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
MOT tests
35
20 passed · 15 failed
Per year
2,335 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T700 CUP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T700 CUP was last recorded at 67,690 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,690 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,335 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 67,690 miles
  • 2024 – 63,882 miles
  • 2023 – 58,037 miles
  • 2022 – 54,813 miles
  • 2021 – 53,530 miles
  • 2020 – 52,439 miles
  • 2019 – 51,728 miles
  • 2018 – 50,286 miles
  • 2017 – 48,786 miles
  • 2016 – 47,029 miles
  • 2015 – 45,569 miles
  • 2014 – 43,417 miles
  • 2013 – 42,066 miles
  • 2012 – 40,842 miles
  • 2011 – 38,296 miles
  • 2010 – 35,861 miles
  • 2009 – 34,325 miles
  • 2008 – 31,467 miles
  • 2007 – 27,190 miles
  • 2006 – 23,382 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,690 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass67,690 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    67,690 miles
    Test number
    669282732485
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail67,690 miles (+3,808)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,690 miles
    Test number
    639089553660
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass63,882 miles (+5,845)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    63,882 miles
    Test number
    475774532697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass58,037 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    58,037 miles
    Test number
    898480706976
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail58,037 miles (+3,224)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,037 miles
    Test number
    222656912395
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass54,813 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    54,813 miles
    Test number
    473043283798
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail54,813 miles (+1,283)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,813 miles
    Test number
    943028929185
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass53,530 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    53,530 miles
    Test number
    193624221240
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material light corrosion on brake pipes adjacent to pipe nuts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushes perished/splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth handbrake cables starting to sieze

  9. Fail53,530 miles (+1,091)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,530 miles
    Test number
    614383180853
    • MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength centre/rear section of outer sill rotten (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material light corrosion on brake pipes adjacent to pipe nuts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bushes perished/splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth handbrake cables starting to sieze

  10. Pass52,439 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    52,439 miles
    Test number
    947330379094
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive supplementary sill panel heavily corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to perish

  11. Fail52,439 miles (+711)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,439 miles
    Test number
    804428299828
    • MajorBrake cable has restricted free movement both brake cables not returning to 'off' position when released - compromising the rear brakes ability to auto-adjust (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault lamp ON (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive supplementary sill panel heavily corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal starting to perish

  12. Pass51,728 miles (+1,442)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    51,728 miles
    Test number
    400804744829
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass50,286 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    50,286 miles
    Test number
    489119917104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail50,285 miles (+1,499)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,285 miles
    Test number
    933364107640
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens missing (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  15. Pass48,786 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    48,786 miles
    Test number
    532481202672
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside under sill coating/body filler split

  16. Fail48,786 miles (+1,757)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,786 miles
    Test number
    408438784413
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit almost on wear limit and heavily scrubbed on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside under sill coating/body filler split

  17. Pass47,029 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    47,029 miles
    Test number
    152509841315
    • AdvisoryBrake discs worn
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryBrake pads low
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn

  18. Fail47,029 miles (+1,460)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,029 miles
    Test number
    128108444703
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake discs worn
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryBrake pads low
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn

  19. Pass45,569 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    45,569 miles
    Test number
    606813333816
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Fail45,569 miles (+2,152)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,569 miles
    Test number
    996955786086
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass43,417 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    43,417 miles
    Test number
    536698084267
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Fail43,417 miles (+1,351)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,417 miles
    Test number
    466387184290
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  23. Pass42,066 miles (+1,224)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    42,066 miles
    Test number
    317923183405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteExhaust centre support bracket loose/rattling

  24. Fail40,842 miles2 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,842 miles
    Test number
    208984582266
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAir bag turned 'OFF'
    • NoteEml lamp 'ON'
    • NoteHandbrake cables beginning to sieze (not returning to fully off position when brakes released)
    • NoteUndertray loose - bolts missing/snapped off

  25. Pass40,842 miles (+2,546)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    40,842 miles
    Test number
    657924682267
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAir bag turned 'OFF'
    • NoteEml lamp 'ON'
    • NoteHandbrake cables beginning to sieze (not returning to fully off position when brakes released)
    • NoteUndertray loose - bolts missing/snapped off

  26. Pass38,296 miles (+2,435)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    38,296 miles
    Test number
    635293791243
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside handbrake cable starting to sieze (not returning to fully 'off' position when released)

  27. Fail35,861 miles1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,861 miles
    Test number
    362624490228
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag lamp 'on'
    • NoteOffside park brake lever on caliper not returning to fully 'off' position
    • NoteRear tyre wearing unevenly

  28. Pass35,861 miles (+1,536)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    35,861 miles
    Test number
    964734890291
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag lamp 'on'
    • NoteOffside park brake lever on caliper not returning to fully 'off' position
    • NoteRear tyre wearing unevenly

  29. Pass34,325 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    34,325 miles
    Test number
    102936399279
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside handbrake cable stiff (lever not returning to 'off' position on caliper)

  30. Fail34,325 miles (+2,858)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,325 miles
    Test number
    932596199296
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOffside handbrake cable stiff (lever not returning to 'off' position on caliper)

  31. Pass31,467 miles (+4,277)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    31,467 miles
    Test number
    713381008300
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside park brake lever at caliper not returning fully onto 'stop' position

  32. Pass27,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    27,190 miles
    Test number
    443509887208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail27,190 miles (+3,808)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,190 miles
    Test number
    733269387240
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  34. Fail23,382 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,382 miles
    Test number
    252809196200
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  35. Pass23,382 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    23,382 miles
    Test number
    804959396276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T700 CUP

Does T700 CUP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T700 CUP is valid until 20 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T700 CUP?
The MOT on T700 CUP is valid until 20 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T700 CUP done?
T700 CUP was recorded at 67,690 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025, an average of 2,335 miles a year.
Has T700 CUP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T700 CUP has failed 15 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T700 CUP 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 T700 CUP find?
T700 CUP passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: offside front coil spring corroded.

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