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Volkswagen Beetle

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

V20 BEEMOT history

V20 BEE is a black diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 25 Apr 2006. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 105,578 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
105,578 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,907 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V20 BEE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
25 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V20 BEE was last recorded at 105,578 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 3,271 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,307 miles · 15 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,271 miles
Average per year
4,907 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,578 miles
  • 2025 – 102,307 miles
  • 2024 – 100,124 miles
  • 2023 – 97,387 miles
  • 2022 – 95,450 miles
  • 2021 – 92,068 miles
  • 2019 – 77,482 miles
  • 2018 – 71,554 miles
  • 2017 – 64,637 miles
  • 2016 – 57,423 miles
  • 2015 – 51,449 miles
  • 2014 – 45,355 miles
  • 2013 – 39,888 miles
  • 2012 – 36,482 miles
  • 2011 – 31,724 miles
  • 2010 – 27,620 miles
  • 2009 – 22,157 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,578 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,578 miles (+3,271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    105,578 miles
    Test number
    299554097374
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass102,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    102,307 miles
    Test number
    667656211772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail102,807 miles (+2,683)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,807 miles
    Test number
    863852617116
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass100,124 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    100,124 miles
    Test number
    282268329990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail100,124 miles (+2,737)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,124 miles
    Test number
    652408466072
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm run off inside (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge running off inside (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass97,387 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    97,387 miles
    Test number
    753658131100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail97,387 miles (+1,937)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,387 miles
    Test number
    991753563150
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass95,450 miles (+3,382)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    95,450 miles
    Test number
    770982666025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass92,068 miles (+14,586)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    92,068 miles
    Test number
    722631209682
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass77,482 miles (+5,928)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    77,482 miles
    Test number
    744678050652
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass71,554 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    71,554 miles
    Test number
    925336051039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail71,529 miles (+6,892)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,529 miles
    Test number
    316145935555
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

  13. Pass64,637 miles (+7,214)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    64,637 miles
    Test number
    866104881239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,423 miles (+5,974)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    57,423 miles
    Test number
    972078804779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,449 miles (+6,094)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    51,449 miles
    Test number
    985770015194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass45,355 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    45,355 miles
    Test number
    807126804112
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAdvise none obligatory side reapeater not working

  17. Fail45,355 miles (+5,467)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,355 miles
    Test number
    175706204174
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass39,888 miles (+3,406)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    39,888 miles
    Test number
    145410803169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass36,482 miles (+4,758)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    36,482 miles
    Test number
    829684012190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass31,724 miles (+4,104)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    31,724 miles
    Test number
    746564901189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,620 miles (+5,463)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    27,620 miles
    Test number
    860040110158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,157 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    22,157 miles
    Test number
    974351919149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V20 BEE

Does V20 BEE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V20 BEE is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V20 BEE?
The MOT on V20 BEE is valid until 22 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V20 BEE done?
V20 BEE was recorded at 105,578 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 4,907 miles a year.
Has V20 BEE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V20 BEE has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on V20 BEE 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 V20 BEE find?
V20 BEE passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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