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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,324 cc

V5 MULMOT history

V5 MUL is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 4 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 115,255 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
115,255 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,380 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V5 MUL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,324 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
4 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V5 MUL was last recorded at 115,255 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,255 miles · 20 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,380 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,255 miles
  • 2025 – 114,240 miles
  • 2024 – 113,662 miles
  • 2023 – 111,984 miles
  • 2022 – 109,443 miles
  • 2021 – 105,250 miles
  • 2020 – 101,965 miles
  • 2019 – 98,069 miles
  • 2018 – 94,999 miles
  • 2017 – 90,473 miles
  • 2016 – 85,719 miles
  • 2015 – 80,712 miles
  • 2014 – 75,594 miles
  • 2013 – 68,953 miles
  • 2012 – 64,371 miles
  • 2011 – 56,036 miles
  • 2010 – 48,155 miles
  • 2008 – 42,436 miles
  • 2007 – 35,648 miles
  • 2006 – 31,563 miles
  • 2005 – 25,979 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,255 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill/panel mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

33 tests since 2 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,255 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    115,255 miles
    Test number
    351470150057
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill/panel mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail115,255 miles (+1,015)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,255 miles
    Test number
    135307514607
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill/panel mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass114,240 miles (+578)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    114,240 miles
    Test number
    835655504652
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Exhaust sleeve joint corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass113,662 miles (+1,678)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    113,662 miles
    Test number
    666431303950
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre clamp corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass111,984 miles (+2)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    111,984 miles
    Test number
    139869126810
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake backing plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Fail111,982 miles (+2,539)1 dangerous1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,982 miles
    Test number
    688078876482
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake backing plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass109,443 miles (+4,193)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    109,443 miles
    Test number
    399165732292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  8. Pass105,250 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    105,250 miles
    Test number
    535588684660
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sill corroding and weak

  9. Fail105,245 miles (+3,280)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,245 miles
    Test number
    563289838709
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated also noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass101,965 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    101,965 miles
    Test number
    275098240720
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail101,965 miles (+3,896)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,965 miles
    Test number
    849952985249
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass98,069 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    98,069 miles
    Test number
    953227923680
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail98,069 miles (+3,070)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,069 miles
    Test number
    538890148239
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass94,999 miles (+4,526)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    94,999 miles
    Test number
    964935421069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim rim (4.2.A.1a)

  15. Pass90,473 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    90,473 miles
    Test number
    257006273282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened edge (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened edge (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail90,470 miles (+4,751)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,470 miles
    Test number
    321277603436
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened edge (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened edge (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass85,719 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    85,719 miles
    Test number
    479884448392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail85,716 miles (+5,004)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,716 miles
    Test number
    601843481548
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed side wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rearmost (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass80,712 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    80,712 miles
    Test number
    218878245085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  20. Fail80,712 miles (+5,118)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,712 miles
    Test number
    658597545006
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  21. Pass75,594 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    75,594 miles
    Test number
    239122044061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail75,594 miles (+6,641)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,594 miles
    Test number
    697152444059
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass68,953 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    68,953 miles
    Test number
    209676843074
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Fail68,953 miles (+4,582)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,953 miles
    Test number
    827276343093
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass64,371 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    64,371 miles
    Test number
    847218032085
    • 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)

  26. Fail64,371 miles (+8,335)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,371 miles
    Test number
    218447132026
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.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)

  27. Pass56,036 miles (+7,881)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    56,036 miles
    Test number
    636590541081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass48,155 miles (+5,719)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    48,155 miles
    Test number
    491041050091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass42,436 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    42,436 miles
    Test number
    400113328475
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Fail42,417 miles (+6,769)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,417 miles
    Test number
    641842128381
    • FailureNearside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass35,648 miles (+4,085)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    35,648 miles
    Test number
    544296917373
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  32. Pass31,563 miles (+5,584)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    31,563 miles
    Test number
    642190626334
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  33. Pass25,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    25,979 miles
    Test number
    424516035381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V5 MUL

Does V5 MUL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V5 MUL is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V5 MUL?
The MOT on V5 MUL is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V5 MUL done?
V5 MUL was recorded at 115,255 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 4,380 miles a year.
Has V5 MUL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V5 MUL has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on V5 MUL 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 V5 MUL find?
V5 MUL passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner bushes; nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill/panel mounting; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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