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Volkswagen Beetle

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,595 cc

T8 YTPMOT history

T8 YTP is a grey petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 25 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 80,876 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Oct 2027
Mileage
80,876 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,917 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 YTP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 YTP was last recorded at 80,876 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 880 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,996 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
880 miles
Average per year
2,917 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,876 miles
  • 2025 – 79,996 miles
  • 2024 – 79,216 miles
  • 2023 – 76,473 miles
  • 2022 – 74,745 miles
  • 2021 – 73,365 miles
  • 2020 – 71,141 miles
  • 2019 – 67,443 miles
  • 2018 – 65,726 miles
  • 2017 – 59,229 miles
  • 2016 – 56,495 miles
  • 2015 – 54,655 miles
  • 2014 – 51,653 miles
  • 2013 – 47,712 miles
  • 2012 – 41,938 miles
  • 2011 – 37,506 miles
  • 2010 – 33,958 miles
  • 2009 – 31,406 miles
  • 2008 – 26,982 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,876 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute all bulbs flashing fast (4.4.4 (a))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre in poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 7 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,876 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    80,876 miles
    Test number
    563839413613
    • MinorOffside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute all bulbs flashing fast (4.4.4 (a))

  2. Fail80,876 miles (+880)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,876 miles
    Test number
    248525340560
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens cloudy (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute all bulbs flashing fast (4.4.4 (a))

  3. Pass79,996 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    79,996 miles
    Test number
    979194531505
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Rear axle, both bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp beam images VERY poor(lenses)
    • AdvisoryO/S indicators flashing significantly faster than N/S
    • AdvisorySignificant condensation in O/S/R combination lamp

  4. Fail79,996 miles (+780)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,996 miles
    Test number
    455505622426
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working When sidelights on (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAxle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Rear axle, both bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp beam images VERY poor(lenses)
    • AdvisoryO/S indicators flashing significantly faster than N/S
    • AdvisorySignificant condensation in O/S/R combination lamp

  5. Pass79,216 miles (+2,743)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    79,216 miles
    Test number
    892243178059
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer SILL HAS FILLER IN IT, NO EVIDANCE OF CORROSION.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn AXLE BEAM BUSH SPLITTING /UNBONDING (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn AXLE BEAM BUSH SPLITTING/UNBONDING (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass76,473 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    76,473 miles
    Test number
    392880615415
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail76,473 miles (+1,728)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,473 miles
    Test number
    648152146717
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  8. Pass74,745 miles (+1,380)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    74,745 miles
    Test number
    411256579734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,365 miles (+2,224)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    73,365 miles
    Test number
    472535675992
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass71,141 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    71,141 miles
    Test number
    357943647624
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail71,141 miles (+3,698)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,141 miles
    Test number
    623242185449
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass67,443 miles (+1,717)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    67,443 miles
    Test number
    218932554159
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass65,726 miles (+24)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    65,726 miles
    Test number
    127235686800
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on inner and outer sills
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight wear in front suspension bushes

  14. Fail65,702 miles (+6,473)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,702 miles
    Test number
    539098502643
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorElectronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside rear inner sill
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear outer sill covered in filler, unable to inspect for possible corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass59,229 miles (+2,734)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    59,229 miles
    Test number
    719094632193
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre damaged and wearing low

  16. Pass56,495 miles (+58)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    56,495 miles
    Test number
    869338937952
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre in poor condition

  17. Fail56,437 miles (+1,782)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,437 miles
    Test number
    175876743295
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre in poor condition

  18. Pass54,655 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    54,655 miles
    Test number
    831147295769
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail54,641 miles (+2,988)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,641 miles
    Test number
    860976554413
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass51,653 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    51,653 miles
    Test number
    857634844296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail51,653 miles (+3,941)4 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,653 miles
    Test number
    815554944201
    • DangerousNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • DangerousNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass47,712 miles (+5,774)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    47,712 miles
    Test number
    969802743248
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass41,938 miles (+4,432)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    41,938 miles
    Test number
    128626622160
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Pass37,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    37,506 miles
    Test number
    496605921105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail37,506 miles (+3,548)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,506 miles
    Test number
    418365721193
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

  26. Pass33,958 miles (+2,552)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    33,958 miles
    Test number
    211631220479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass31,406 miles (+4,424)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    31,406 miles
    Test number
    151561529117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail26,982 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,982 miles
    Test number
    432258898036
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  29. Pass26,982 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    26,982 miles
    Test number
    771188998082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T8 YTP

Does T8 YTP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T8 YTP is valid until 18 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T8 YTP?
The MOT on T8 YTP is valid until 18 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T8 YTP done?
T8 YTP was recorded at 80,876 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 2,917 miles a year.
Has T8 YTP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 YTP has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T8 YTP 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 YTP find?
T8 YTP passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute all bulbs flashing fast.

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