When is BL05RTV's MOT due?

This vehicle's MOT is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then while keeping the same renewal date.

No. This vehicle is declared off the road (SORN), so it does not need tax but cannot be driven or parked on public roads.

What mileage has BL05RTV done?

The last mileage recorded at MOT was 89,129 miles in June 2026. Based on its recent usage, we estimate it has now covered around 89,000 miles.

Has BL05RTV ever failed an MOT?

Yes. It has failed 4 MOT tests, most recently in April 2016. The failure reasons are listed in the MOT history above.

Has BL05RTV's mileage ever dropped?

No. The mileage readings recorded at its MOT tests have risen consistently, with no drops that would suggest clocking.

BL05RTV

VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE

2005 · Silver · Petrol · 1596cc

Data from official DVSA and DVLA records · Report generated 3 August 2026

Vehicle Summary

MOT

Valid

until 31/05/2027

Tax

SORN

Est. Mileage

89,142

projected from MOT records

CO2 Emissions

185

g/km

Mileage History

MOT History

Test number
250130363878
Expiry
31 May 2027
Odometer
89,129 mi
No defects recorded for this test
Test number
187183170729
Expiry
7 Jun 2019
Odometer
88,534 mi
ADVISORYADV
Windscreen wipers poor
ADVISORYADV
Offside Front Inner steering arm has slight play
Test number
307590967141
Expiry
4 May 2017
Odometer
88,517 mi
ADVISORYADV
Offside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play Steering rack inner joint (2.2.B.1f)
Test number
317172951897
Expiry
—
Odometer
88,517 mi
ADVISORYADV
Offside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play Steering rack inner joint (2.2.B.1f)
FAILFAIL
Nearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm below wear limits on inner edge section (4.1.E.1)
Test number
157128815198
Expiry
4 May 2016
Odometer
81,458 mi
ADVISORYADV
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Test number
818385904156
Expiry
4 May 2015
Odometer
74,833 mi
ADVISORYADV
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
USER ENTEREDUSER ENTERED
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Test number
619425104172
Expiry
—
Odometer
74,832 mi
FAILFAIL
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORYADV
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
USER ENTEREDUSER ENTERED
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Test number
456286813186
Expiry
4 May 2014
Odometer
67,404 mi
ADVISORYADV
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
USER ENTEREDUSER ENTERED
Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Test number
587934312118
Expiry
4 May 2013
Odometer
43,320 mi
ADVISORYADV
Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
ADVISORYADV
Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
ADVISORYADV
Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Test number
427354612163
Expiry
—
Odometer
43,320 mi
FAILFAIL
Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
FAILFAIL
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
FAILFAIL
Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
ADVISORYADV
Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
ADVISORYADV
Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
ADVISORYADV
Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Test number
289895421110
Expiry
4 May 2012
Odometer
33,896 mi
No defects recorded for this test
Test number
453411280145
Expiry
24 Jul 2011
Odometer
25,898 mi
No defects recorded for this test
Test number
383176109202
Expiry
24 Jul 2010
Odometer
21,650 mi
No defects recorded for this test
Test number
563966209268
Expiry
—
Odometer
21,650 mi
DANGEROUSDNGR
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
FAILFAIL
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
Test number
232742488448
Expiry
8 Jul 2009
Odometer
16,135 mi
ADVISORYADV
Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

MOT History

MOT

Passes:11

Fails:4

Pass Rate:73%

Advisories:15

Expires:31/05/2027

Days Remaining:301 days

MOT Summary

Tax

Status:SORN

Due:Now

Days Remaining:Expired

Tax

Mileage

Estimated Mileage:89,142

Annual Mileage:75

vs UK Average:99% below

Mileage Summary

Emissions

Euro Standard:EURO 4

CO2 Output:185 g/km

Emissions

Vehicle Details

Manufactured:2005

First Registered:July 2005

V5C Last Issued:10/09/2025

Type Approval:M1

Wheelplan:2 Axle Rigid Body

Marked for Export:No

Vehicle Details

BL05RTV FAQs

When is BL05RTV's MOT due?: This vehicle's MOT is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then while keeping the same renewal date.
Is BL05RTV taxed?: No. This vehicle is declared off the road (SORN), so it does not need tax but cannot be driven or parked on public roads.
What mileage has BL05RTV done?: The last mileage recorded at MOT was 89,129 miles in June 2026. Based on its recent usage, we estimate it has now covered around 89,000 miles.
Has BL05RTV ever failed an MOT?: Yes. It has failed 4 MOT tests, most recently in April 2016. The failure reasons are listed in the MOT history above.
Has BL05RTV's mileage ever dropped?: No. The mileage readings recorded at its MOT tests have risen consistently, with no drops that would suggest clocking.