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Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,984 cc

X38 AJHMOT history

X38 AJH is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 7 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 110,659 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Dec 2026
Mileage
110,659 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2025
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,829 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X38 AJH
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 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X38 AJH was last recorded at 110,659 miles on 8 Dec 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,653 miles · 4 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
3,829 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 110,659 miles
  • 2024 – 107,008 miles
  • 2023 – 103,830 miles
  • 2022 – 100,155 miles
  • 2021 – 97,103 miles
  • 2020 – 94,165 miles
  • 2019 – 90,701 miles
  • 2018 – 86,587 miles
  • 2017 – 83,394 miles
  • 2016 – 79,520 miles
  • 2015 – 76,210 miles
  • 2014 – 72,364 miles
  • 2013 – 69,869 miles
  • 2012 – 63,938 miles
  • 2011 – 62,606 miles
  • 2010 – 59,683 miles
  • 2009 – 55,677 miles
  • 2008 – 48,242 miles
  • 2007 – 41,488 miles
  • 2006 – 36,796 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,659 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

36 tests since 24 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,659 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    110,659 miles
    Test number
    634341742093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  2. Fail110,653 miles (+3,645)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,653 miles
    Test number
    581518277594
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  3. Pass107,008 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    107,008 miles
    Test number
    847593022138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail107,006 miles (+3,176)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,006 miles
    Test number
    700916020179
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass103,830 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    103,830 miles
    Test number
    684763969981
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail103,827 miles (+3,672)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,827 miles
    Test number
    590872770160
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass100,155 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    100,155 miles
    Test number
    344373776594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail100,152 miles (+3,049)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,152 miles
    Test number
    434424710128
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass97,103 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    97,103 miles
    Test number
    235520474734
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail97,099 miles (+2,934)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,099 miles
    Test number
    250157449360
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass94,165 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    94,165 miles
    Test number
    782422848289
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears corroding (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail94,163 miles (+3,462)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,163 miles
    Test number
    135042036376
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rears corroding (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass90,701 miles (+4,114)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    90,701 miles
    Test number
    574546872022
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass86,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    86,587 miles
    Test number
    405906101525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail86,587 miles (+817)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,587 miles
    Test number
    602839474034
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass85,770 miles (+2,376)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    85,770 miles
    Test number
    788910609387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer STEERING RACK GAITER PERISHED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear BOTH REAR TYRES CRACKING IN TREAD
    • AdvisoryRear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  17. Pass83,394 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    83,394 miles
    Test number
    123414210264
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Fail83,394 miles (+3,874)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,394 miles
    Test number
    635400461720
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Pass79,520 miles (+3,310)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    79,520 miles
    Test number
    105830762246
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass76,210 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    76,210 miles
    Test number
    270086336542
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child seat fitted preventing full inspection of an adult belt

  21. Fail76,183 miles (+3,819)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,183 miles
    Test number
    799292921235
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryFuel filter deteriorated

  22. Pass72,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    72,364 miles
    Test number
    938757324277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail72,364 miles (+2,495)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,364 miles
    Test number
    497977124291
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass69,869 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    69,869 miles
    Test number
    105409033221
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Fail69,868 miles (+5,930)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,868 miles
    Test number
    447659133264
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass63,938 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    63,938 miles
    Test number
    886893422202
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Fail63,938 miles (+1,332)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,938 miles
    Test number
    938052422223
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Pass62,606 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    62,606 miles
    Test number
    767037351214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail62,604 miles (+18)5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,604 miles
    Test number
    569265751240
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded
    • NoteN/s/front tyre void of tread to outer edge

  30. Fail62,586 miles (+2,903)9 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,586 miles
    Test number
    409899841260
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteInner surface n/sf o/sf n/sr o/sr brake discs rusty.
    • NoteO/sr tyre small fractures in tread benift from replacement.

  31. Pass59,683 miles (+4,006)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    59,683 miles
    Test number
    563545930288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass55,677 miles (+7,435)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    55,677 miles
    Test number
    510147739205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass48,242 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    48,242 miles
    Test number
    124294848231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail48,221 miles (+6,733)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,221 miles
    Test number
    672671748228
    • FailureNearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • Note1.Advise engine management light on at time of test.
    • NoteCoolant leak

  35. Pass41,488 miles (+4,692)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    41,488 miles
    Test number
    662274247253
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  36. Pass36,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    36,796 miles
    Test number
    351736436240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X38 AJH

Does X38 AJH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X38 AJH is valid until 7 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on X38 AJH?
The MOT on X38 AJH is valid until 7 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X38 AJH done?
X38 AJH was recorded at 110,659 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2025, an average of 3,829 miles a year.
Has X38 AJH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X38 AJH has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on X38 AJH 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 X38 AJH find?
X38 AJH passed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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