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Volkswagen Beetle

Black · Petrol · 2014 · 1,390 cc

V16 DUBMOT history

V16 DUB is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 21 Mar 2014. Its MOT is valid until 4 Apr 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 55,719 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2026.

V16 DUB black Volkswagen Beetle – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Apr 2027
Mileage
55,719 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,308 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V16 DUB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
21 Mar 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V16 DUB was last recorded at 55,719 miles on 4 Apr 2026, 5,748 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,971 miles · 5 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,748 miles
Average per year
4,308 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,719 miles
  • 2025 – 49,971 miles
  • 2024 – 46,107 miles
  • 2023 – 42,018 miles
  • 2022 – 37,844 miles
  • 2021 – 33,731 miles
  • 2020 – 29,992 miles
  • 2019 – 24,828 miles
  • 2018 – 20,804 miles
  • 2017 – 16,724 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,719 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 16 Mar 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,719 miles (+5,748)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    55,719 miles
    Test number
    443101360350
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass49,971 miles (+3,864)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    49,971 miles
    Test number
    757911963857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass46,107 miles (+4,089)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    46,107 miles
    Test number
    844353126800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass42,018 miles (+4,174)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    42,018 miles
    Test number
    776663690727
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass37,844 miles (+4,113)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    37,844 miles
    Test number
    654983492756
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass33,731 miles (+3,739)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    33,731 miles
    Test number
    622493769639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass29,992 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    29,992 miles
    Test number
    489134847877
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail29,992 miles (+5,164)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,992 miles
    Test number
    675449295308
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass24,828 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    24,828 miles
    Test number
    427288386976
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped/corroded on inner surface

  10. Fail24,828 miles (+4,024)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,828 miles
    Test number
    852730334834
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs lipped/corroded on inner surface
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass20,804 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    20,804 miles
    Test number
    232081769893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail20,804 miles (+4,080)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,804 miles
    Test number
    711297575899
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

  13. Pass16,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    16,724 miles
    Test number
    667670915665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail16,724 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,724 miles
    Test number
    967187322850
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Questions about V16 DUB

Does V16 DUB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V16 DUB is valid until 4 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V16 DUB?
The MOT on V16 DUB is valid until 4 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V16 DUB done?
V16 DUB was recorded at 55,719 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2026, an average of 4,308 miles a year.
Has V16 DUB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V16 DUB has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on V16 DUB 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 V16 DUB find?
V16 DUB passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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