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Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

X8 JVFMOT history

X8 JVF is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 29 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 3 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 84,860 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Mar 2027
Mileage
84,860 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,761 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X8 JVF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X8 JVF was last recorded at 84,860 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,860 miles · 5 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,761 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,860 miles
  • 2025 – 83,124 miles
  • 2024 – 80,845 miles
  • 2023 – 78,645 miles
  • 2022 – 76,696 miles
  • 2021 – 73,518 miles
  • 2020 – 69,457 miles
  • 2019 – 65,403 miles
  • 2018 – 61,133 miles
  • 2017 – 58,651 miles
  • 2016 – 56,523 miles
  • 2015 – 54,637 miles
  • 2014 – 49,034 miles
  • 2013 – 42,865 miles
  • 2012 – 37,974 miles
  • 2011 – 34,575 miles
  • 2010 – 30,172 miles
  • 2009 – 25,988 miles
  • 2008 – 20,912 miles
  • 2007 – 16,618 miles
  • 2006 – 10,494 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,860 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.

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Long travel at foot brake pedal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 29 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    84,860 miles
    Test number
    369367756794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail84,860 miles (+1,736)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,860 miles
    Test number
    904337581972
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Aborted due to high Lambda reading and engine misfire . (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  3. Pass83,124 miles (+2,279)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    83,124 miles
    Test number
    349970377148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to n/s and o/s front sills

  4. Pass80,845 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    80,845 miles
    Test number
    195881952130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLong travel at foot brake pedal

  5. Fail80,842 miles (+2,197)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,842 miles
    Test number
    103063669075
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLong travel at foot brake pedal

  6. Pass78,645 miles (+1,949)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    78,645 miles
    Test number
    799139886385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass76,696 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    76,696 miles
    Test number
    499518780188
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective blade worn (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective blade splitting (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked on outer edge and outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail76,696 miles (+3,178)1 repaired2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,696 miles
    Test number
    713912467505
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective blade worn (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective blade splitting (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked on outer edge and outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass73,518 miles (+4,061)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    73,518 miles
    Test number
    791686891450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass69,457 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    69,457 miles
    Test number
    358610350478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail69,457 miles (+4,054)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,457 miles
    Test number
    421264868926
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  12. Pass65,403 miles (+4,270)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    65,403 miles
    Test number
    677204319555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,133 miles (+2,482)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    61,133 miles
    Test number
    303407808557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,651 miles (+2,128)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    58,651 miles
    Test number
    343876610943

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,523 miles (+1,886)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    56,523 miles
    Test number
    353084121568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,637 miles (+5,603)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    54,637 miles
    Test number
    398189615190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,034 miles (+6,169)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    49,034 miles
    Test number
    216576304437
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass42,865 miles (+4,891)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    42,865 miles
    Test number
    275137503124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,974 miles (+3,399)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    37,974 miles
    Test number
    286147112125
    • NoteAir bag light on

  20. Pass34,575 miles (+4,403)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    34,575 miles
    Test number
    738598111133
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass30,172 miles (+4,184)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    30,172 miles
    Test number
    492326010197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  22. Pass25,988 miles (+5,076)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    25,988 miles
    Test number
    290149619427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,912 miles (+4,294)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    20,912 miles
    Test number
    274289618177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,618 miles (+6,124)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    16,618 miles
    Test number
    223616117496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass10,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    10,494 miles
    Test number
    384629816182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X8 JVF

Does X8 JVF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X8 JVF is valid until 3 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X8 JVF?
The MOT on X8 JVF is valid until 3 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X8 JVF done?
X8 JVF was recorded at 84,860 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 3,761 miles a year.
Has X8 JVF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X8 JVF has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on X8 JVF 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 X8 JVF find?
X8 JVF passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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