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Red · Petrol · 2014 · 1,197 cc

X28 HOPMOT history

X28 HOP is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 30 Jan 2014. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 58,378 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Sept 2026.

X28 HOP red Volkswagen Beetle – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
58,378 mi
At MOT on 1 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,620 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X28 HOP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,197 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
30 Jan 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X28 HOP was last recorded at 58,378 miles on 1 Sept 2026, 7,035 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,343 miles · 9 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,035 miles
Average per year
3,620 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,378 miles
  • 2025 – 51,343 miles
  • 2024 – 50,847 miles
  • 2023 – 49,372 miles
  • 2022 – 47,912 miles
  • 2021 – 44,557 miles
  • 2020 – 42,632 miles
  • 2019 – 37,564 miles
  • 2018 – 29,636 miles
  • 2017 – 23,572 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,378 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front brake discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 15 Jan 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,378 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    58,378 miles
    Test number
    866881713631
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Fail58,375 miles (+7,032)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,375 miles
    Test number
    899595258576
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Pass51,343 miles (+496)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    51,343 miles
    Test number
    251999277270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass50,847 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    50,847 miles
    Test number
    172733413151
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail50,845 miles (+16)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,845 miles
    Test number
    424019755223
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail50,829 miles (+1,457)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,829 miles
    Test number
    204964318630
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened lower spring mounting arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened lower spring mounting arm will require attention soon (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass49,372 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    49,372 miles
    Test number
    119966644875
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear arms where spring seats (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail49,361 miles (+1,449)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,361 miles
    Test number
    326664507074
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear arms where spring seats (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass47,912 miles (+3,355)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    47,912 miles
    Test number
    353621843278
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass44,557 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    44,557 miles
    Test number
    808060851671
    • AdvisoryNearside Mirror glass insecure, non-obligatory
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail44,557 miles (+1,925)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,557 miles
    Test number
    137732063723
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Mirror glass insecure, non-obligatory
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass42,632 miles (+5,068)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    42,632 miles
    Test number
    589995335277
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass37,564 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    37,564 miles
    Test number
    151844237216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail37,564 miles (+7,928)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,564 miles
    Test number
    416279526073
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass29,636 miles (+6,064)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    29,636 miles
    Test number
    365102952560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,572 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    23,572 miles
    Test number
    414787193077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    23,535 miles
    Test number
    456713373582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail23,535 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,535 miles
    Test number
    628890902354
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about X28 HOP

Does X28 HOP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X28 HOP is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X28 HOP?
The MOT on X28 HOP is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X28 HOP done?
X28 HOP was recorded at 58,378 miles at its MOT on 1 Sept 2026, an average of 3,620 miles a year.
Has X28 HOP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X28 HOP has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on X28 HOP 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 X28 HOP find?
X28 HOP passed its latest MOT on 1 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; offside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect.

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