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Volkswagen Beetle

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,968 cc

X17 DBHMOT history

X17 DBH is a black diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 27 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 114,784 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

X17 DBH black Volkswagen Beetle – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
114,784 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,481 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X17 DBH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
27 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X17 DBH was last recorded at 114,784 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 8,597 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,187 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
8,597 miles
Average per year
8,481 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,784 miles
  • 2025 – 106,187 miles
  • 2024 – 98,763 miles
  • 2023 – 87,925 miles
  • 2022 – 78,249 miles
  • 2021 – 75,410 miles
  • 2020 – 67,555 miles
  • 2019 – 57,265 miles
  • 2018 – 49,081 miles
  • 2017 – 42,061 miles
  • 2016 – 29,568 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,784 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

13 tests since 12 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,784 miles (+8,597)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    114,784 miles
    Test number
    573653023620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass106,187 miles (+7,424)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    106,187 miles
    Test number
    281922210807
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear Axle Corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  3. Pass98,763 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    98,763 miles
    Test number
    576418832248
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail98,763 miles (+10,838)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,763 miles
    Test number
    624897419378
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass87,925 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    87,925 miles
    Test number
    115142890883
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail87,923 miles (+9,674)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,923 miles
    Test number
    278560319566
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass78,249 miles (+2,839)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    78,249 miles
    Test number
    867203530226
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass75,410 miles (+7,855)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    75,410 miles
    Test number
    659366826812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,555 miles (+10,290)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    67,555 miles
    Test number
    160674518688
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass57,265 miles (+8,184)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    57,265 miles
    Test number
    553804423541
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass49,081 miles (+7,020)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    49,081 miles
    Test number
    829955892676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass42,061 miles (+12,493)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    42,061 miles
    Test number
    282785749662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass29,568 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    29,568 miles
    Test number
    947194574570
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre 3mm

Questions about X17 DBH

Does X17 DBH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X17 DBH is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X17 DBH?
The MOT on X17 DBH is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X17 DBH done?
X17 DBH was recorded at 114,784 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 8,481 miles a year.
Has X17 DBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X17 DBH has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on X17 DBH 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 X17 DBH find?
X17 DBH passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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