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Beige · Petrol · 2007 · 1,595 cc

T8 GJOMOT history

T8 GJO is a beige petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 28 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 163,117 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
163,117 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,575 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 GJO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
28 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 GJO was last recorded at 163,117 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 3,930 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,187 miles · 24 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,930 miles
Average per year
7,575 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,117 miles
  • 2025 – 159,187 miles
  • 2024 – 156,078 miles
  • 2023 – 152,982 miles
  • 2022 – 151,946 miles
  • 2021 – 151,445 miles
  • 2020 – 145,904 miles
  • 2019 – 136,105 miles
  • 2018 – 120,823 miles
  • 2017 – 105,718 miles
  • 2015 – 102,066 miles
  • 2014 – 88,619 miles
  • 2013 – 72,843 miles
  • 2011 – 51,596 miles
  • 2010 – 44,880 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,117 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 6 Dec 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    163,117 miles
    Test number
    946057248768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail163,117 miles (+3,930)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,117 miles
    Test number
    567662825391
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass159,187 miles (+3,109)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    159,187 miles
    Test number
    633203548932
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass156,078 miles (+3,096)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    156,078 miles
    Test number
    967703435705
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill corroded
    • AdvisoryExhust has slight blow

  5. Pass152,982 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    152,982 miles
    Test number
    807830605892
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front 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 front pipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner and outer sill section corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner sill section corroded

  6. Fail152,982 miles (+1,036)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,982 miles
    Test number
    890791540483
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front 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 front pipe flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner and outer sill section corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner sill section corroded

  7. Pass151,946 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    151,946 miles
    Test number
    912768157323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail151,932 miles (+487)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,932 miles
    Test number
    561584494259
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass151,445 miles (+5,541)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    151,445 miles
    Test number
    511324066299
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass145,904 miles (+9,799)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    145,904 miles
    Test number
    356903068341
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass136,105 miles (+15,282)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    136,105 miles
    Test number
    379843353351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass120,823 miles (+15,105)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    120,823 miles
    Test number
    273575948190
    • AdvisoryCentral Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn and lipped
    • AdvisoryFront inner brake pads look low
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass105,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    105,718 miles
    Test number
    329986141320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail105,718 miles (+3,652)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,718 miles
    Test number
    446601139024
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  15. Pass102,066 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    102,066 miles
    Test number
    689820751378
    • AdvisoryWipers wearing and n/s washer cleans o/s aswell as n/s

  16. Fail102,066 miles (+13,447)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,066 miles
    Test number
    165183515690
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWipers wearing and n/s washer cleans o/s aswell as n/s

  17. Pass88,619 miles (+15,776)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    88,619 miles
    Test number
    715403304207
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteN/s/r coil spring has a very small section missing but is secure in its seating
    • NoteN/s/r tyre is close to the legal limit @2mm
    • NoteO/s/r tyre is close to the lagal limit @2mm

  18. Pass72,843 miles (+21,247)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    72,843 miles
    Test number
    248542193136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass51,596 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    51,596 miles
    Test number
    267336951389
    • NoteOffside wiper blade starting to split

  20. Fail51,596 miles (+6,716)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,596 miles
    Test number
    905556551377
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOffside wiper blade starting to split

  21. Pass44,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    44,880 miles
    Test number
    470800640410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T8 GJO

Does T8 GJO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T8 GJO is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T8 GJO?
The MOT on T8 GJO is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T8 GJO done?
T8 GJO was recorded at 163,117 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 7,575 miles a year.
Has T8 GJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 GJO has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T8 GJO 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 T8 GJO find?
T8 GJO passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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