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Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,984 cc

X8 TLMMOT history

X8 TLM is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 30 Apr 2004. Its MOT is valid until 29 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 29,948 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 May 2027
Mileage
29,948 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,410 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X8 TLM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X8 TLM was last recorded at 29,948 miles on 7 May 2026, 635 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
29,313 miles · 16 May 2025
Between the last two tests
635 miles
Average per year
1,410 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 29,948 miles
  • 2025 – 29,313 miles
  • 2024 – 27,092 miles
  • 2023 – 24,940 miles
  • 2022 – 22,863 miles
  • 2021 – 20,320 miles
  • 2020 – 19,273 miles
  • 2019 – 17,049 miles
  • 2018 – 14,498 miles
  • 2017 – 13,017 miles
  • 2016 – 12,111 miles
  • 2015 – 11,385 miles
  • 2014 – 10,204 miles
  • 2013 – 8,957 miles
  • 2012 – 7,821 miles
  • 2011 – 7,000 miles
  • 2010 – 6,323 miles
  • 2009 – 5,567 miles
  • 2008 – 4,761 miles
  • 2007 – 3,132 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass29,948 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front brake pads slightly worn and damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass29,948 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2027
    Odometer
    29,948 miles
    Test number
    556778103451
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Fail29,948 miles (+635)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,948 miles
    Test number
    910409533240
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Pass29,313 miles (+2,221)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2026
    Odometer
    29,313 miles
    Test number
    190136742430
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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))

  4. Pass27,092 miles (+2,152)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2025
    Odometer
    27,092 miles
    Test number
    531263004066
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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))

  5. Pass24,940 miles (+2,077)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2024
    Odometer
    24,940 miles
    Test number
    584919971065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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))

  6. Pass22,863 miles (+2,543)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2023
    Odometer
    22,863 miles
    Test number
    723524980185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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))

  7. Pass20,320 miles (+1,047)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2022
    Odometer
    20,320 miles
    Test number
    670089739719
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass19,273 miles (+2,224)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2021
    Odometer
    19,273 miles
    Test number
    932638781470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass17,049 miles (+2,551)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2020
    Odometer
    17,049 miles
    Test number
    534230876147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass14,498 miles (+1,481)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    14,498 miles
    Test number
    254735256623
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass missing

  11. Pass13,017 miles (+906)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2018
    Odometer
    13,017 miles
    Test number
    109367316970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass12,111 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    12,111 miles
    Test number
    475019891596
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads slightly worn and damaged

  13. Fail12,111 miles (+726)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,111 miles
    Test number
    474573180654
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads slightly worn and damaged

  14. Pass11,385 miles (+1,181)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    11,385 miles
    Test number
    296766145402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass10,204 miles (+1,247)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    10,204 miles
    Test number
    249763534472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass8,957 miles (+1,136)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    8,957 miles
    Test number
    618261343196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass7,821 miles (+821)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    7,821 miles
    Test number
    449586122151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass7,000 miles (+677)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    7,000 miles
    Test number
    428761441140
    • NoteN/s front outer brake pad slightly deteriated.

  19. Pass6,323 miles (+756)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    6,323 miles
    Test number
    860756540108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass5,567 miles (+806)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    5,567 miles
    Test number
    690540559115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass4,761 miles (+1,629)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    4,761 miles
    Test number
    673920318159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass3,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    3,132 miles
    Test number
    442470127153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail3,132 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,132 miles
    Test number
    772630027187
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about X8 TLM

Does X8 TLM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X8 TLM is valid until 29 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X8 TLM?
The MOT on X8 TLM is valid until 29 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X8 TLM done?
X8 TLM was recorded at 29,948 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 1,410 miles a year.
Has X8 TLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X8 TLM has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on X8 TLM 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 TLM find?
X8 TLM passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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