E94SUE - VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 17 days ago
The Volkswagen Beetle, officially known as the Volkswagen Type 1, is an iconic compact car renowned for its distinctive design and cultural significance. Often referred to simply as the Beetle or the Bug, this model has a rich history dating back to its original production in 1938 by the German automaker Volkswagen. Known for its rear-engine layout and durable build, the Beetle became a symbol of affordability and practicality worldwide. Over the decades, it has undergone various updates, maintaining its classic silhouette while incorporating modern features. Its unique combination of simplicity, reliability, and nostalgic appeal continues to attract enthusiasts and new drivers alike, making it a standout in the history of automotive design.
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Status & Compliance
Data provided by DVLA
MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 17 MOT tests
The vehicle is a beige 2003 Volkswagen Beetle with registration number E94SUE, first registered in July 2003. It has a 1984cc petrol engine and CO2 emissions of 211 g/km. The current MOT is valid until 30 October 2025, with the latest test conducted on 31 October 2024. The recorded mileage is 18,282 miles. The vehicle is currently SORN and not taxed. Noteworthy advisories from the latest MOT include corrosion and wear on various suspension components, brake pipes, coil springs, and exhaust. The front sub-frame and inner sills show signs of corrosion, though none of the issues are deemed immediately dangerous. All steering components are also corroded. No major mechanical failures are reported, but the vehicle requires attention to the noted corrosion and wear.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
17
Passed Tests
12
Failed Tests
5
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 31 October 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 18,282 mi
Expires: 30 October 2025
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear discs are slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side front brakepipes are corroded and greased (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn rear axle is corroded and mounting bushes are perishing (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both side front mcpherson struts are corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill is corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Advisory Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side front lower suspension arms are corroded and the rear inner bushes are deteoriating (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory exhaust is corroded
- Advisory Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded onto steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
- Advisory all steering components are corroded
Passed - 10 February 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 18,011 mi
Expires: 09 February 2024
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into flexipipe (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into flexipipe (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory front wiper blades are smearing the screen
- Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn rear axle bushes are perishing (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened inner bushes are perishing and (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened inner bushes are perishing and (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Failed - 10 February 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 18,011 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
- Major Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
- Major Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded onto brake caliper corroded and swollen (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Major Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded onto caliper corroded and swollen (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- Major Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
- Major Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to caliper (1.1.11 (c))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- Advisory Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- Advisory Offside Rear handbrake is slightly lazy in operation
- Advisory Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all front and rear brake discs are pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into flexipipe (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into flexipipe (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory front wiper blades are smearing the screen
- Advisory Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Advisory Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn rear axle bushes are perishing (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened inner bushes are perishing and (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened inner bushes are perishing and (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Passed - 26 January 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 17,627 mi
Expires: 25 January 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
- Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 16 December 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 16,412 mi
Expires: 15 December 2021
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Passed - 09 May 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 14,851 mi
Expires: 08 November 2020
Passed - 19 September 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 13,769 mi
Expires: 18 September 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory both front tyres cracking
Failed - 19 September 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 13,769 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory both front tyres cracking
Failed - 09 August 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 13,757 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
- Major Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Major Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
Passed - 30 April 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 13,709 mi
Expires: 29 April 2015
Passed - 11 October 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 12,589 mi
Expires: 10 October 2013
Failed - 11 October 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 12,589 mi
Passed - 27 July 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 12,299 mi
Expires: 26 July 2012
Passed - 13 April 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 11,937 mi
Expires: 12 April 2011
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- Advisory Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
Passed - 03 October 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 11,063 mi
Expires: 02 October 2009
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
- Advisory Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
Failed - 03 October 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 11,063 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
- Major Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
- Advisory Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
Passed - 16 August 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 5,687 mi
Expires: 15 August 2007
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for E94SUE?
The MOT expires on 30 October 2025.
What is the tax status of E94SUE?
The tax status is SORN.
What are the specifications of E94SUE?
This is a 2003 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE in Beige. It runs on Petrol with a 1984cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of E94SUE?
This vehicle produces 211 g/km of CO2 emissions.