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Yellow · Petrol · 2000 · 1,984 cc

V695 PHJMOT history

V695 PHJ is a yellow petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 31 Dec 2000. Its MOT expired on 26 Oct 2025 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 115,038 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Oct 2025
Mileage
115,038 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2025
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,002 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V695 PHJ
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
31 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

V695 PHJ was last recorded at 115,038 miles on 28 Oct 2025, 3,418 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,620 miles · 17 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
3,418 miles
Average per year
5,002 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 115,038 miles
  • 2024 – 111,620 miles
  • 2023 – 110,500 miles
  • 2022 – 109,305 miles
  • 2021 – 108,164 miles
  • 2020 – 107,100 miles
  • 2019 – 106,345 miles
  • 2018 – 104,977 miles
  • 2017 – 103,560 miles
  • 2016 – 87,253 miles
  • 2015 – 79,237 miles
  • 2014 – 71,314 miles
  • 2013 – 62,077 miles
  • 2012 – 53,337 miles
  • 2011 – 44,582 miles
  • 2010 – 36,862 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail115,038 miles
  • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam main beams do not operate when switching from dip (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush broken (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted axle to floor hose deformed/pinched. Bracket bent out of place (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust heat shields becoming insecure
  • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorating
  • AdvisoryNearside Cosmetic filler present on outer sill but unable to view the structure beneath it
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. lower effort offside (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

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.

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective Metal hangers heavily corroded/broken (above support bar for centre pipe on underside)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Perished/cracked

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Perished/cracked

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 12 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail115,038 miles (+3,418)9 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,038 miles
    Test number
    303621898891
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam main beams do not operate when switching from dip (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush broken (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted axle to floor hose deformed/pinched. Bracket bent out of place (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shields becoming insecure
    • AdvisoryExhaust system deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside Cosmetic filler present on outer sill but unable to view the structure beneath it
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. lower effort offside (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Pass111,620 miles (+41)4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    111,620 miles
    Test number
    300310070262
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Perished/cracked (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Perished/cracked (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Torn but not yet open at the time of test (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Metal hangers heavily corroded/broken (above support bar for centre pipe on underside) (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail111,579 miles (+1,079)16 major4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,579 miles
    Test number
    979377249373
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc contaminated Heavily corroded on working face (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Heavily corroded on working face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front 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))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective Heavily glazed affecting image/pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc contaminated Heavily corroded on working face (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Heavily corroded on working face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Judders (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc contaminated Heavily corroded on working face (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Heavily corroded on working face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective Heavily glazed affecting image/pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Heavily corroded on working face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake drum contaminated Heavily corroded on working face (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Judders (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Perished/cracked (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Perished/cracked (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Torn but not yet open at the time of test (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Metal hangers heavily corroded/broken (above support bar for centre pipe on underside) (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass110,500 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    110,500 miles
    Test number
    482656631139
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail110,500 miles (+1,195)2 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,500 miles
    Test number
    894744940247
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass109,305 miles (+1,141)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    109,305 miles
    Test number
    809335462303
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass108,164 miles (+1,064)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    108,164 miles
    Test number
    605353746670
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres starting to perish and crack

  8. Pass107,100 miles (+755)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    107,100 miles
    Test number
    314917597460
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass106,345 miles (+1,368)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    106,345 miles
    Test number
    573707966404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass104,977 miles (+1,417)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    104,977 miles
    Test number
    496702045579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass103,560 miles (+6,412)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    103,560 miles
    Test number
    692005759993
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass97,148 miles (+9,895)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    97,148 miles
    Test number
    387004374323
    • 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)

  13. Pass87,253 miles (+8,016)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    87,253 miles
    Test number
    764341325962
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust rattle

  14. Pass79,237 miles (+7,923)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    79,237 miles
    Test number
    207458725044
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

  15. Pass71,314 miles (+9,237)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    71,314 miles
    Test number
    676071634019
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Pass62,077 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    62,077 miles
    Test number
    698105023024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  17. Fail62,077 miles (+8,740)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,077 miles
    Test number
    856955323042
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  18. Pass53,337 miles (+8,755)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    53,337 miles
    Test number
    805824622010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,582 miles (+7,720)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    44,582 miles
    Test number
    497658441011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,862 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    36,862 miles
    Test number
    874671570014
    • NoteN/s/r tyre slightly perished on side wall

Questions about V695 PHJ

Does V695 PHJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V695 PHJ expired on 26 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V695 PHJ?
The MOT on V695 PHJ expired on 26 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V695 PHJ done?
V695 PHJ was recorded at 115,038 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2025, an average of 5,002 miles a year.
Has V695 PHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V695 PHJ has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on V695 PHJ 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 V695 PHJ find?
V695 PHJ failed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2025 with 9 major defects, 3 minor defects and 8 advisories: headlamp not working on main beam main beams do not operate when switching from dip; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush broken; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 17 more.

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