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Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow · Petrol · 2007 · 1,596 cc

V28 BUGMOT history

V28 BUG is a yellow petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 28 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 14 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 120,292 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Nov 2026
Mileage
120,292 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,115 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V28 BUG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
28 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

V28 BUG was last recorded at 120,292 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 5,923 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,369 miles · 11 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
5,923 miles
Average per year
6,115 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,292 miles
  • 2025 – 114,369 miles
  • 2024 – 107,612 miles
  • 2023 – 101,535 miles
  • 2022 – 95,763 miles
  • 2021 – 90,016 miles
  • 2020 – 85,586 miles
  • 2019 – 79,949 miles
  • 2018 – 74,319 miles
  • 2017 – 65,870 miles
  • 2016 – 56,756 miles
  • 2015 – 47,232 miles
  • 2014 – 42,239 miles
  • 2013 – 36,560 miles
  • 2012 – 33,427 miles
  • 2011 – 27,130 miles
  • 2010 – 22,116 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail120,292 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail120,292 miles (+5,923)7 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,292 miles
    Test number
    990566522132
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass114,369 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    114,369 miles
    Test number
    677753840685
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail114,369 miles (+6,757)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,369 miles
    Test number
    840492343144
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass107,612 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    107,612 miles
    Test number
    715297710205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail107,610 miles (+6,075)1 dangerous8 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,610 miles
    Test number
    367608041472
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass101,535 miles (+5,772)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    101,535 miles
    Test number
    483587332612
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass95,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    95,763 miles
    Test number
    802572872711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail95,763 miles (+5,747)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,763 miles
    Test number
    246255605955
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass90,016 miles (+4,430)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    90,016 miles
    Test number
    151773397199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass85,586 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    85,586 miles
    Test number
    963990212353
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail85,586 miles (+5,637)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,586 miles
    Test number
    234678787620
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass79,949 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    79,949 miles
    Test number
    427378588468
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer tyre walls cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer tyre walls cracking

  13. Fail79,949 miles (+5,630)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,949 miles
    Test number
    470242666586
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer tyre walls cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer tyre walls cracking

  14. Pass74,319 miles (+8,449)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    74,319 miles
    Test number
    475500055896
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass65,870 miles (+9,114)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    65,870 miles
    Test number
    752799045303
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass56,756 miles (+9,524)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    56,756 miles
    Test number
    295241338092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass47,232 miles (+4,993)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    47,232 miles
    Test number
    329806365167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail42,239 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,239 miles
    Test number
    617767464174
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass42,239 miles (+5,679)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    42,239 miles
    Test number
    729107464163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,560 miles (+3,133)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    36,560 miles
    Test number
    497099263197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,427 miles (+6,297)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    33,427 miles
    Test number
    659880502362
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass27,130 miles (+5,014)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    27,130 miles
    Test number
    138081471287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,116 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    22,116 miles
    Test number
    390832770403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V28 BUG

Does V28 BUG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V28 BUG is valid until 14 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V28 BUG?
The MOT on V28 BUG is valid until 14 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V28 BUG done?
V28 BUG was recorded at 120,292 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 6,115 miles a year.
Has V28 BUG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V28 BUG has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on V28 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 V28 BUG find?
V28 BUG failed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush; nearside rear inner integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced and outer sill, and 15 more.

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