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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,984 cc

X68 DBTMOT history

X68 DBT is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 19 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 2 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 90,148 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Oct 2027
Mileage
90,148 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,544 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X68 DBT
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
19 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X68 DBT was last recorded at 90,148 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Dec 2008: 25,310 miles, lower than 225,854 miles on 17 Dec 2007.
  • 22 Sept 2026: 90,148 miles, lower than 90,149 miles on 29 Jul 2026.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
90,148 miles · 22 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,544 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,148 miles
  • 2025 – 89,836 miles
  • 2023 – 87,950 miles
  • 2022 – 86,505 miles
  • 2021 – 84,715 miles
  • 2020 – 80,745 miles
  • 2019 – 73,481 miles
  • 2018 – 68,037 miles
  • 2017 – 59,247 miles
  • 2016 – 51,460 miles
  • 2015 – 41,609 miles
  • 2014 – 35,973 miles
  • 2013 – 33,838 miles
  • 2012 – 31,470 miles
  • 2010 – 30,506 miles
  • 2009 – 27,647 miles
  • 2008 – 25,310 miles
  • 2007 – 225,854 miles
  • 2006 – 19,352 miles
  • 2005 – 16,043 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,148 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFuel tank retaining straps corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated NS&OS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 28 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,148 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    90,148 miles
    Test number
    388302123925
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank retaining straps corroded

  2. Fail90,148 miles (-1)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,148 miles
    Test number
    967716626761
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank retaining straps corroded

  3. Fail90,149 miles (+313)9 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,149 miles
    Test number
    397101513121
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.16 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to suspension components
    • AdvisorySlight travel to brake pedal

  4. Pass89,836 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    89,836 miles
    Test number
    776920038446
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail89,836 miles (+1,886)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,836 miles
    Test number
    657914286390
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass87,950 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    87,950 miles
    Test number
    354128368769
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated NS&OS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Fail87,945 miles (+1,440)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,945 miles
    Test number
    239574612294
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated NS&OS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass86,505 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    86,505 miles
    Test number
    570539316906
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated NS&OS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NS&OS (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail86,505 miles (+1,790)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,505 miles
    Test number
    378719551022
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated NS&OS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NS&OS (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass84,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    84,715 miles
    Test number
    831624676975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail84,715 miles (+3,970)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,715 miles
    Test number
    819464239774
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) tie rod

  12. Pass80,745 miles (+7,264)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    80,745 miles
    Test number
    134653672889
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass73,481 miles (+5,444)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    73,481 miles
    Test number
    176845963597
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass68,037 miles (+8,790)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    68,037 miles
    Test number
    828692403530
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) bothside

  15. Pass59,247 miles (+46)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    59,247 miles
    Test number
    295573749614
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) bothside

  16. Fail59,201 miles (+7,741)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,201 miles
    Test number
    209913061555
    • FailureEmissions not tested vehicle overheating (7.3.A.1)

  17. Pass51,460 miles (+9,851)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    51,460 miles
    Test number
    749186224636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,609 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    41,609 miles
    Test number
    779881395045
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail41,609 miles (+5,636)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,609 miles
    Test number
    428299085098
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass35,973 miles (+2,135)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    35,973 miles
    Test number
    877828484042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,838 miles (+2,368)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    33,838 miles
    Test number
    145470853405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,470 miles (+964)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    31,470 miles
    Test number
    536918382001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass30,506 miles (+2,859)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    30,506 miles
    Test number
    194550050375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,647 miles (+2,337)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    27,647 miles
    Test number
    313744739313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,310 miles (-200,544)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    25,310 miles
    Test number
    403092058388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass225,854 miles (+206,502)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    225,854 miles
    Test number
    882181857374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass19,352 miles (+3,309)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    19,352 miles
    Test number
    724380046332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass16,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    16,043 miles
    Test number
    853701305327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X68 DBT

Does X68 DBT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X68 DBT is valid until 2 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X68 DBT?
The MOT on X68 DBT is valid until 2 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X68 DBT done?
X68 DBT was recorded at 90,148 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 3,544 miles a year.
Has X68 DBT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X68 DBT has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on X68 DBT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 17 Dec 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X68 DBT find?
X68 DBT passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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