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Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,600 cc

X789 JGNMOT history

X789 JGN is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 14 Feb 2001. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 45,230 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jan 2027
Mileage
45,230 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,357 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X789 JGN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
14 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X789 JGN was last recorded at 45,230 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 121 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,109 miles · 9 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
121 miles
Average per year
1,357 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,230 miles
  • 2020 – 45,109 miles
  • 2019 – 44,751 miles
  • 2018 – 43,381 miles
  • 2017 – 42,754 miles
  • 2016 – 42,393 miles
  • 2015 – 41,658 miles
  • 2014 – 41,579 miles
  • 2013 – 35,197 miles
  • 2011 – 30,508 miles
  • 2010 – 28,638 miles
  • 2009 – 22,104 miles
  • 2008 – 20,748 miles
  • 2007 – 19,146 miles
  • 2006 – 18,105 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,230 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.

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,230 miles (+121)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    45,230 miles
    Test number
    532306671564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass45,109 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    45,109 miles
    Test number
    968940566900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail45,106 miles (+355)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,106 miles
    Test number
    844590965363
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  4. Pass44,751 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    44,751 miles
    Test number
    634079884540
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail44,751 miles (+1,370)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,751 miles
    Test number
    994116693530
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass43,381 miles (+627)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    43,381 miles
    Test number
    515434108948
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass42,754 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    42,754 miles
    Test number
    897160704002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail42,746 miles (+353)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,746 miles
    Test number
    574333605279
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  9. Pass42,393 miles (+735)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    42,393 miles
    Test number
    883221278881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass41,658 miles (+79)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    41,658 miles
    Test number
    118479927491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass41,579 miles (+6,382)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    41,579 miles
    Test number
    498088534320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass35,197 miles (+3,734)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    35,197 miles
    Test number
    707157233357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass31,463 miles (+955)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    31,463 miles
    Test number
    618292503033
    • NoteESP light indicates a fault

  14. Pass30,508 miles (+1,870)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    30,508 miles
    Test number
    926923631355
    • NoteFront discs corroded

  15. Pass28,638 miles (+6,534)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    28,638 miles
    Test number
    440377620311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass22,104 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    22,104 miles
    Test number
    712043799240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail22,092 miles (+379)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,092 miles
    Test number
    544597389282
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass21,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    21,713 miles
    Test number
    571819959141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail21,713 miles (+22)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,713 miles
    Test number
    854849959148
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

  20. Fail21,691 miles (+943)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,691 miles
    Test number
    293596259123
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteN/s/f wheel inner rim damaged

  21. Pass20,748 miles (+1,602)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    20,748 miles
    Test number
    981042598002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    19,146 miles
    Test number
    542434157054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail19,146 miles (+1,041)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,146 miles
    Test number
    914504357057
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  24. Pass18,105 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    18,105 miles
    Test number
    224142516025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail18,105 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,105 miles
    Test number
    401371016027
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Questions about X789 JGN

Does X789 JGN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X789 JGN is valid until 4 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on X789 JGN?
The MOT on X789 JGN is valid until 4 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X789 JGN done?
X789 JGN was recorded at 45,230 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 1,357 miles a year.
Has X789 JGN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X789 JGN has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on X789 JGN 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 X789 JGN find?
X789 JGN passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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