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Volkswagen Beetle

White · Petrol · 2014 · 1,390 cc

W18 HLDMOT history

W18 HLD is a white petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 28 Jan 2014. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 10 of 16 MOT tests, with 88,938 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

W18 HLD white Volkswagen Beetle – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
88,938 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
16
10 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,119 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W18 HLD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
28 Jan 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

W18 HLD was last recorded at 88,938 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 7,210 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,728 miles · 16 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,210 miles
Average per year
7,119 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,938 miles
  • 2024 – 81,728 miles
  • 2023 – 72,440 miles
  • 2022 – 64,116 miles
  • 2021 – 57,549 miles
  • 2020 – 51,223 miles
  • 2019 – 41,457 miles
  • 2018 – 33,282 miles
  • 2017 – 25,826 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,938 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 26 Jan 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,938 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    88,938 miles
    Test number
    666029838066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Fail88,938 miles (+7,210)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,938 miles
    Test number
    462389196336
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass81,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    81,728 miles
    Test number
    322781670806

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail81,728 miles (+9,288)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,728 miles
    Test number
    926932668878
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass72,440 miles (+4,664)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    72,440 miles
    Test number
    262501106117
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both frontal tyres are getting closer to the limit (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass67,776 miles (+3,660)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    67,776 miles
    Test number
    345008758044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass64,116 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    64,116 miles
    Test number
    433115868069
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail64,115 miles (+6,566)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,115 miles
    Test number
    378792500531
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass57,549 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    57,549 miles
    Test number
    890236278643
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail57,549 miles (+6,326)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,549 miles
    Test number
    251848027702
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass51,223 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    51,223 miles
    Test number
    312289372739
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail51,223 miles (+9,766)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,223 miles
    Test number
    537332937048
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass41,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    41,457 miles
    Test number
    162386166508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail41,457 miles (+8,175)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,457 miles
    Test number
    210833650323
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass33,282 miles (+7,456)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    33,282 miles
    Test number
    174378766025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,826 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    25,826 miles
    Test number
    199593063919
    • AdvisoryFront Brake Discs Corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Tyres Low Tread

Questions about W18 HLD

Does W18 HLD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W18 HLD is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on W18 HLD?
The MOT on W18 HLD is valid until 21 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W18 HLD done?
W18 HLD was recorded at 88,938 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 7,119 miles a year.
Has W18 HLD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W18 HLD has failed 6 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on W18 HLD 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 W18 HLD find?
W18 HLD passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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