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Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow · Petrol · 1971 · 1,600 cc

VWC 408MOT history

VWC 408 is a yellow petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 10 Aug 1983. Its MOT expired on 10 Jul 2026 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 42,050 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jul 2025.

VWC 408 yellow Volkswagen Beetle – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Jul 2026
Mileage
42,050 mi
At MOT on 11 Jul 2025
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
438 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
VWC 408
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
1971
First used
10 Aug 1983
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

VWC 408 was last recorded at 42,050 miles on 11 Jul 2025, 2,140 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
39,910 miles · 8 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
2,140 miles
Average per year
438 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 42,050 miles
  • 2022 – 39,910 miles
  • 2019 – 39,561 miles
  • 2018 – 39,116 miles
  • 2017 – 38,867 miles
  • 2016 – 38,510 miles
  • 2015 – 38,372 miles
  • 2014 – 37,820 miles
  • 2013 – 36,983 miles
  • 2012 – 35,914 miles
  • 2010 – 35,892 miles
  • 2009 – 35,758 miles
  • 2008 – 35,148 miles
  • 2007 – 34,038 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,050 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Head light output could be better

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

18 tests since 29 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass42,050 miles (+2,140)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    42,050 miles
    Test number
    670831058967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass39,910 miles (+349)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    39,910 miles
    Test number
    591346419433
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion on under side
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sill corroding
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass39,561 miles (+445)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    39,561 miles
    Test number
    970000208071
    • AdvisoryHorn tempremental

  4. Pass39,116 miles (+249)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    39,116 miles
    Test number
    655475983107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass38,867 miles (+357)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    38,867 miles
    Test number
    993566530136
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced could be better (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced could be better (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced could be better (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrake efficiency could be better
    • AdvisoryNoise from o/s/f suspension unit
    • AdvisoryRunning rich emission
    • AdvisoryRunning rich emission

  6. Pass38,510 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    38,510 miles
    Test number
    393864597620
    • AdvisoryHead light output could be better

  7. Fail38,510 miles (+138)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,510 miles
    Test number
    438640785263
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • AdvisoryHead light output could be better

  8. Pass38,372 miles (+552)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    38,372 miles
    Test number
    285477345191
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Pass37,820 miles (+837)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    37,820 miles
    Test number
    338382424197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass36,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    36,983 miles
    Test number
    288672953154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail36,983 miles (+1,069)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,983 miles
    Test number
    335732853119
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  12. Pass35,914 miles (+22)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    35,914 miles
    Test number
    656937742173
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteCondition of exhaust
    • NoteSlight play in steering components
    • NoteUnderseal throughout underbody

  13. Pass35,892 miles (+134)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    35,892 miles
    Test number
    970491930170
    • NoteAll brake & fuel pipes & underbody heavily covered in underseal
    • NotePlay in steering idler arm to steering box

  14. Pass35,758 miles (+610)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    35,758 miles
    Test number
    853932529192
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteUnderseal throughout underbody

  15. Pass35,148 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    35,148 miles
    Test number
    953490048187
    • NotePlayboth rear wheel bearings

  16. Fail35,146 miles (+11)18 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,146 miles
    Test number
    214667638489
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front brake caliper locking device missing (3.5.1l)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front brake caliper locking device missing (3.5.1l)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteBlow on exhaust joints
    • NoteCorrosion on front brake pipes too caliper
    • NoteRepairs to both rear inner wings and floors
    • NoteWear in column bushes

  17. Fail35,135 miles (+1,097)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,135 miles
    Test number
    174252608155
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering system has a road wheel fouling a part of the vehicle (2.2.D.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  18. Pass34,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    34,038 miles
    Test number
    901058587074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about VWC 408

What vehicle is registration VWC 408 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show VWC 408 on a yellow petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 10 Aug 1983. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does VWC 408 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on VWC 408 expired on 10 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on VWC 408?
The MOT on VWC 408 expired on 10 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has VWC 408 done?
VWC 408 was recorded at 42,050 miles at its MOT on 11 Jul 2025, an average of 438 miles a year.
Has VWC 408 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VWC 408 has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2016.
Has the mileage on VWC 408 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 VWC 408 find?
VWC 408 passed its latest MOT on 11 Jul 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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