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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,984 cc

X759 EGJMOT history

X759 EGJ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 6 Oct 2000. Its MOT expired on 21 Jan 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 113,418 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Jan 2026
Mileage
113,418 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,252 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X759 EGJ
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
6 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X759 EGJ was last recorded at 113,418 miles on 22 Jan 2025, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,392 miles · 8 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
4,252 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 113,418 miles
  • 2024 – 108,485 miles
  • 2023 – 105,484 miles
  • 2022 – 102,265 miles
  • 2021 – 99,553 miles
  • 2020 – 97,068 miles
  • 2019 – 93,309 miles
  • 2018 – 87,530 miles
  • 2017 – 85,129 miles
  • 2016 – 81,038 miles
  • 2015 – 76,829 miles
  • 2014 – 71,647 miles
  • 2013 – 66,909 miles
  • 2012 – 63,121 miles
  • 2010 – 56,530 miles
  • 2009 – 50,548 miles
  • 2008 – 43,894 miles
  • 2007 – 38,004 miles
  • 2006 – 34,564 miles
  • 2005 – 31,180 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,418 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • All direction indicators slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 20 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,418 miles (+26)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    113,418 miles
    Test number
    831479373003
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail113,392 miles (+4,907)1 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,392 miles
    Test number
    188497492662
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass108,485 miles (+58)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    108,485 miles
    Test number
    999933212573
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material onto flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail108,427 miles (+2,943)1 dangerous10 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,427 miles
    Test number
    777942085803
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material onto flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass105,484 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    105,484 miles
    Test number
    323120945337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail105,476 miles (+3,211)2 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,476 miles
    Test number
    659134505275
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass102,265 miles (+2,712)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    102,265 miles
    Test number
    516502982130
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass99,553 miles (+2,485)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    99,553 miles
    Test number
    854941462333
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass97,068 miles (+3,759)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    97,068 miles
    Test number
    632046794322
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Pass93,309 miles (+5,779)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    93,309 miles
    Test number
    139858970701
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass87,530 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    87,530 miles
    Test number
    655689512195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail87,513 miles (+2,384)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,513 miles
    Test number
    326269877811
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  13. Pass85,129 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    85,129 miles
    Test number
    112082570804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail85,118 miles (+4,080)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,118 miles
    Test number
    608060682246
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  15. Pass81,038 miles (+4,209)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    81,038 miles
    Test number
    179549814068
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryEcu light on

  16. Pass76,829 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    76,829 miles
    Test number
    775739105017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail76,828 miles (+5,181)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,828 miles
    Test number
    318568805091
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass71,647 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    71,647 miles
    Test number
    846137404009
    • NoteBoth steering tie rods are very worn.

  19. Fail71,643 miles (+4,734)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,643 miles
    Test number
    567237904023
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth steering tie rods are very worn.

  20. Pass66,909 miles (+3,788)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    66,909 miles
    Test number
    609903703054
    • NoteSteering rack tie rods are worn,sills are corroded.

  21. Pass63,121 miles (+6,591)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    63,121 miles
    Test number
    197193102447
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAirbag warning light on
    • NoteBrake pedal slightly spongy
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteSlight play in nsf track rod end

  22. Pass56,530 miles (+5,982)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    56,530 miles
    Test number
    230509090253
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass50,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    50,548 miles
    Test number
    384648379219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail50,548 miles (+6,654)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,548 miles
    Test number
    470088179286
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  25. Pass43,894 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    43,894 miles
    Test number
    843120488237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. FailMileage not read1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    300908378442
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteBoth rear brakes binding on slightly.

  27. Pass38,004 miles (+3,440)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    38,004 miles
    Test number
    161002467292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass34,564 miles (+3,384)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    34,564 miles
    Test number
    420389766289
    • NoteBOTH FRONT BRAKE DISC CORRODED ON INNER FACE (CLOSE TO BEING EXCESSIVE)
    • NoteBOTH REAR BRAKES BINDING SLIGHTLY

  29. Pass31,180 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    31,180 miles
    Test number
    691613465274
    • NoteBoth front brake discs c orroded on inner braking surface

Questions about X759 EGJ

Does X759 EGJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X759 EGJ expired on 21 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X759 EGJ?
The MOT on X759 EGJ expired on 21 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X759 EGJ done?
X759 EGJ was recorded at 113,418 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2025, an average of 4,252 miles a year.
Has X759 EGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X759 EGJ has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on X759 EGJ 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 X759 EGJ find?
X759 EGJ passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive.

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