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Volkswagen Beetle

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,984 cc

T80 SALMOT history

T80 SAL is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 29 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 87,326 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
87,326 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,535 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T80 SAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T80 SAL was last recorded at 87,326 miles on 21 May 2026, 1,431 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,895 miles · 22 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,431 miles
Average per year
3,535 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,326 miles
  • 2025 – 85,895 miles
  • 2024 – 84,780 miles
  • 2023 – 82,123 miles
  • 2022 – 80,353 miles
  • 2021 – 78,362 miles
  • 2020 – 77,376 miles
  • 2019 – 70,960 miles
  • 2018 – 66,136 miles
  • 2017 – 62,345 miles
  • 2016 – 58,731 miles
  • 2015 – 54,348 miles
  • 2014 – 49,757 miles
  • 2013 – 45,146 miles
  • 2012 – 41,275 miles
  • 2011 – 38,292 miles
  • 2010 – 35,235 miles
  • 2009 – 29,735 miles
  • 2008 – 24,893 miles
  • 2007 – 20,247 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,326 miles
  • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt offside+nearside (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt offside+nearside

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass87,326 miles (+1,431)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    87,326 miles
    Test number
    914586772564
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt offside+nearside (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass85,895 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    85,895 miles
    Test number
    679847769997
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail85,895 miles (+1,115)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,895 miles
    Test number
    865092803098
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass84,780 miles3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2025
    Odometer
    84,780 miles
    Test number
    151223905969
    • MinorFront Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt offside+nearside (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail84,780 miles (+2,657)4 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,780 miles
    Test number
    764028538292
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt offside+nearside (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass82,123 miles (+1,770)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2024
    Odometer
    82,123 miles
    Test number
    341991681844
    • MinorFront Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both side (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass80,353 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2023
    Odometer
    80,353 miles
    Test number
    750446764429
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt offside+nearside (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  8. Fail80,353 miles (+1,991)5 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,353 miles
    Test number
    943316673341
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt offside+nearside (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  9. Pass78,362 miles (+986)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2022
    Odometer
    78,362 miles
    Test number
    933038508711
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass77,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2021
    Odometer
    77,376 miles
    Test number
    693400568209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail77,376 miles (+6,416)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,376 miles
    Test number
    443384052663
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively ns+os (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass70,960 miles (+4,824)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    70,960 miles
    Test number
    523919178203
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass66,136 miles (+3,791)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    66,136 miles
    Test number
    554069518975
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres cracked

  14. Pass62,345 miles (+3,614)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    62,345 miles
    Test number
    345422964469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,731 miles (+4,383)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    58,731 miles
    Test number
    856389684458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,348 miles (+4,591)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    54,348 miles
    Test number
    567385225199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,757 miles (+4,611)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    49,757 miles
    Test number
    486189934172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,146 miles (+3,871)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    45,146 miles
    Test number
    858269323107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,275 miles (+2,983)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    41,275 miles
    Test number
    305130832148
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass38,292 miles (+3,057)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    38,292 miles
    Test number
    166164621148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,235 miles (+5,500)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2011
    Odometer
    35,235 miles
    Test number
    314808430164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,735 miles (+4,842)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    29,735 miles
    Test number
    393443839105
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass24,893 miles (+4,646)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    24,893 miles
    Test number
    191360048130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,247 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    20,247 miles
    Test number
    771021557186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T80 SAL

Does T80 SAL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T80 SAL is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T80 SAL?
The MOT on T80 SAL is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T80 SAL done?
T80 SAL was recorded at 87,326 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 3,535 miles a year.
Has T80 SAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T80 SAL has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T80 SAL 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 T80 SAL find?
T80 SAL passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt offside+nearside; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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