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Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow · Petrol · 2000 · 1,984 cc

V13 BUGMOT history

V13 BUG is a yellow petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 13 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 25 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 138,224 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Apr 2027
Mileage
138,224 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,284 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V13 BUG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
13 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V13 BUG was last recorded at 138,224 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 11,679 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,545 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
11,679 miles
Average per year
6,284 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,224 miles
  • 2025 – 126,545 miles
  • 2024 – 118,622 miles
  • 2023 – 114,300 miles
  • 2022 – 113,939 miles
  • 2020 – 112,506 miles
  • 2019 – 111,736 miles
  • 2018 – 109,884 miles
  • 2017 – 106,199 miles
  • 2016 – 99,651 miles
  • 2015 – 90,366 miles
  • 2014 – 79,613 miles
  • 2013 – 72,303 miles
  • 2012 – 61,821 miles
  • 2011 – 53,430 miles
  • 2010 – 44,444 miles
  • 2009 – 30,034 miles
  • 2008 – 18,570 miles
  • 2007 – 14,845 miles
  • 2006 – 10,808 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,224 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

33 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,224 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    138,224 miles
    Test number
    854905155486
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Fail138,224 miles (+11,679)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,224 miles
    Test number
    531994908813
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass126,545 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    126,545 miles
    Test number
    489510519712
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail126,545 miles (+7,923)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,545 miles
    Test number
    791759046154
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass118,622 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    118,622 miles
    Test number
    265117740504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail118,619 miles (+4,319)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,619 miles
    Test number
    773195258540
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass114,300 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    114,300 miles
    Test number
    913885404068
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail114,297 miles (+358)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,297 miles
    Test number
    205346517764
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass113,939 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    113,939 miles
    Test number
    672488333691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail113,937 miles (+1,431)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,937 miles
    Test number
    867198370627
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass112,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    112,506 miles
    Test number
    430816139085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail112,505 miles (+769)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,505 miles
    Test number
    954784418109
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases sleeve (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure centre (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass111,736 miles (+471)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    111,736 miles
    Test number
    367038802034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail111,265 miles (+1,381)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,265 miles
    Test number
    729390587222
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass109,884 miles (+3,685)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    109,884 miles
    Test number
    516158476391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass106,199 miles (+6,548)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    106,199 miles
    Test number
    942399276119
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass99,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    99,651 miles
    Test number
    443868225347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail99,651 miles (+9,285)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,651 miles
    Test number
    407771953917
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass90,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    90,366 miles
    Test number
    898492695060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail90,366 miles (+10,753)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,366 miles
    Test number
    575322995063
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  21. Pass79,613 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    79,613 miles
    Test number
    255899654007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail79,613 miles (+7,310)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,613 miles
    Test number
    538619354006
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass72,303 miles (+10,482)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    72,303 miles
    Test number
    497930733157
    • NoteOffside and nearside front wishbone rear bushes have slight play

  24. Pass61,821 miles (+8,391)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2013
    Odometer
    61,821 miles
    Test number
    875535622166
    • NoteOffside front brake pad wearing low

  25. Pass53,430 miles (+8,986)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    53,430 miles
    Test number
    909746121155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass44,444 miles (+136)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    44,444 miles
    Test number
    182975820143
    • NoteEngine management light on

  27. Fail44,308 miles (+14,274)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,308 miles
    Test number
    542670820114
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass30,034 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    30,034 miles
    Test number
    552219169073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail29,934 miles (+11,364)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,934 miles
    Test number
    184106469469
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass18,570 miles (+55)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    18,570 miles
    Test number
    120569618079
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  31. Fail18,515 miles (+3,670)3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,515 miles
    Test number
    181534918473
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  32. Pass14,845 miles (+4,037)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    14,845 miles
    Test number
    781796717076
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  33. Pass10,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    10,808 miles
    Test number
    642302616084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V13 BUG

Does V13 BUG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V13 BUG is valid until 25 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V13 BUG?
The MOT on V13 BUG is valid until 25 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V13 BUG done?
V13 BUG was recorded at 138,224 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 6,284 miles a year.
Has V13 BUG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V13 BUG has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on V13 BUG 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 V13 BUG find?
V13 BUG passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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