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Volkswagen Beetle

Beige · Petrol · 2009 · 1,596 cc

X8 PCRMOT history

X8 PCR is a beige petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 27 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 83,517 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
83,517 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,209 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X8 PCR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
27 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X8 PCR was last recorded at 83,517 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,512 miles · 28 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
5,209 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,517 miles
  • 2024 – 81,121 miles
  • 2023 – 77,386 miles
  • 2022 – 72,173 miles
  • 2021 – 65,238 miles
  • 2020 – 54,959 miles
  • 2019 – 49,503 miles
  • 2018 – 40,937 miles
  • 2017 – 32,944 miles
  • 2016 – 28,891 miles
  • 2015 – 24,823 miles
  • 2014 – 20,101 miles
  • 2013 – 17,017 miles
  • 2012 – 12,386 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,517 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Front tyres starting to perish

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • N/s/r tyre getting low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 8 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,517 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    83,517 miles
    Test number
    244354639062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail83,512 miles (+2,391)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,512 miles
    Test number
    333874055600
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass81,121 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    81,121 miles
    Test number
    189688631725
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail81,121 miles (+3,735)4 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,121 miles
    Test number
    436997569666
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass77,386 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    77,386 miles
    Test number
    797153480237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  6. Fail77,386 miles (+5,213)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,386 miles
    Test number
    204381966720
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  7. Pass72,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    72,173 miles
    Test number
    703501057978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail72,173 miles (+6,935)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,173 miles
    Test number
    716723972226
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass65,238 miles (+3,234)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    65,238 miles
    Test number
    146131805638
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass62,004 miles (+7,045)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    62,004 miles
    Test number
    576318090539
    • AdvisoryBoth front top mounts have play

  11. Pass54,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    54,959 miles
    Test number
    309222833143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail54,959 miles (+5,456)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,959 miles
    Test number
    620680395234
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass49,503 miles (+8,566)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    49,503 miles
    Test number
    405078642002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass40,937 miles (+7,993)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    40,937 miles
    Test number
    891490714834
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55-16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55-16 (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass32,944 miles (+4,053)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    32,944 miles
    Test number
    271080683184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,891 miles (+45)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    28,891 miles
    Test number
    193892444369
    • AdvisoryFront tyres starting to perish
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre getting low

  17. Fail28,846 miles (+4,023)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,846 miles
    Test number
    765619093314
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres starting to perish
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre getting low

  18. Pass24,823 miles (+4,722)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    24,823 miles
    Test number
    456446975091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,101 miles (+3,084)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    20,101 miles
    Test number
    299374284037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass17,017 miles (+4,631)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    17,017 miles
    Test number
    507937173167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass12,386 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    12,386 miles
    Test number
    206460062417
    • 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)
    • NoteFront wiper blades judder
    • NoteOffside front wiper rubber starting to split

  22. Fail12,386 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,386 miles
    Test number
    936630262184
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront wiper blades judder
    • NoteOffside front wiper rubber starting to split

Questions about X8 PCR

Does X8 PCR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X8 PCR is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X8 PCR?
The MOT on X8 PCR is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X8 PCR done?
X8 PCR was recorded at 83,517 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 5,209 miles a year.
Has X8 PCR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X8 PCR has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on X8 PCR 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 PCR find?
X8 PCR passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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