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Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,984 cc

V86 ECCMOT history

V86 ECC is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Feb 2000. Its MOT expired on 12 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 105,443 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Mar 2026
Mileage
105,443 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,215 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V86 ECC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V86 ECC was last recorded at 105,443 miles on 13 Mar 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,443 miles · 6 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,215 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 105,443 miles
  • 2023 – 104,214 miles
  • 2022 – 103,461 miles
  • 2021 – 102,664 miles
  • 2020 – 101,825 miles
  • 2018 – 100,726 miles
  • 2017 – 97,656 miles
  • 2016 – 94,818 miles
  • 2015 – 92,034 miles
  • 2014 – 89,043 miles
  • 2012 – 79,395 miles
  • 2011 – 67,469 miles
  • 2010 – 61,130 miles
  • 2009 – 56,242 miles
  • 2008 – 52,286 miles
  • 2007 – 48,003 miles
  • 2006 – 44,065 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,443 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth outer sills rusty
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • N/s sill damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,443 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    105,443 miles
    Test number
    827369813265
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills rusty
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail105,443 miles (+1,229)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,443 miles
    Test number
    391748176433
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass104,214 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    104,214 miles
    Test number
    288503773522
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryN/s sill damaged
    • AdvisoryRear outer sills partially covered

  4. Fail104,214 miles (+753)3 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,214 miles
    Test number
    136002128889
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryN/s sill damaged
    • AdvisoryRear outer sills partially covered

  5. Pass103,461 miles (+1)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    103,461 miles
    Test number
    495032029181
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryN/s sill damaged

  6. Fail103,460 miles (+796)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,460 miles
    Test number
    847950981351
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryN/s sill damaged

  7. Pass102,664 miles (+839)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    102,664 miles
    Test number
    952234015708
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass101,825 miles (+1,099)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    101,825 miles
    Test number
    143430966437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass100,726 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    100,726 miles
    Test number
    992719029604
    • AdvisoryOFF SIDE REAR TYRE SLIGHTLY PERISHED BUT NOT TO EXCESS
    • AdvisorySMALL STONE CHIP IN WINDSCREEN BUT NOT TO EXCESS

  10. Fail100,726 miles (+3,070)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,726 miles
    Test number
    189177620612
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNEAR SIDE FRONT FOG LAMP NOT WORKING
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOFF SIDE REAR TYRE SLIGHTLY PERISHED BUT NOT TO EXCESS
    • AdvisorySMALL STONE CHIP IN WINDSCREEN BUT NOT TO EXCESS

  11. Pass97,656 miles (+2,838)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    97,656 miles
    Test number
    572034175011
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking

  12. Pass94,818 miles (+2,784)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    94,818 miles
    Test number
    401466428308
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass92,034 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    92,034 miles
    Test number
    266423471368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail92,034 miles (+2,991)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,034 miles
    Test number
    942593395782
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFault light on dash

  15. Pass89,043 miles (+5,394)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    89,043 miles
    Test number
    698466034387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Pass83,649 miles (+4,254)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    83,649 miles
    Test number
    187385804105
    • NoteAll brake discs corroded and lipped
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are badly cracked/ perished on sidewalls
    • NoteNearside front fog inop
    • NoteNearside front tyre is cracked on tread

  17. Pass79,395 miles (+5,987)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    79,395 miles
    Test number
    867555122386
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished
    • NoteTested in wet conditions

  18. Pass73,408 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    73,408 miles
    Test number
    445169512012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail73,408 miles (+5,939)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,408 miles
    Test number
    506012912046
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAIR BAG LIGHT ON

  20. Pass67,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    67,469 miles
    Test number
    205782431099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail67,469 miles (+6,339)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,469 miles
    Test number
    906812831093
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • NoteTraction control warning light on

  22. Pass61,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    61,130 miles
    Test number
    463582430036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail61,130 miles (+4,888)1 failure6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,130 miles
    Test number
    574342430015
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  24. Pass56,242 miles (+3,956)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    56,242 miles
    Test number
    962720549075
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on inner and outer edges
    • NoteNearside wiper blade slighly split

  25. Pass52,286 miles (+4,283)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    52,286 miles
    Test number
    793743838077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  26. Pass48,003 miles (+3,938)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    48,003 miles
    Test number
    951310727034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass44,065 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    44,065 miles
    Test number
    104006536476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail44,002 miles1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,002 miles
    Test number
    403291136034
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Questions about V86 ECC

Does V86 ECC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V86 ECC expired on 12 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V86 ECC?
The MOT on V86 ECC expired on 12 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V86 ECC done?
V86 ECC was recorded at 105,443 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2025, an average of 3,215 miles a year.
Has V86 ECC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V86 ECC has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on V86 ECC 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 V86 ECC find?
V86 ECC passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2025 with 10 advisories: both outer sills rusty; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; coolant leak, and 7 more.

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