The road tax status for W531 FOW is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for W531 FOW?

The MOT for W531 FOW is valid and due for renewal on or before 10 September 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of W531 FOW?

The recorded mileage for W531 FOW is 55,934 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is W531 FOW ULEZ compliant?

No, W531 FOW does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2000 Volkswagen Beetle 2.0L Petrol · W531 FOW

W531 FOW

2000 Volkswagen Beetle (2.0L, petrol). First registered 17/05/2000. Recorded mileage 55,934 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
Year / Origin: 2000 · Exeter
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 10/09/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 55,934 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 10/09/2025

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Mileage: 55,934 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2000
Engine: 1984cc

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W531 FOW Key Findings

16 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 12/09/2024
55,934 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (11 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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W531 FOW Mileage History

15/06/200639,861 mi
18/12/200740,397 mi+536 mi
03/08/201041,220 mi+823 mi
09/08/201142,439 mi+1,219 mi
27/02/201343,461 mi+1,022 mi
03/03/201444,256 mi+795 mi
02/03/201544,878 mi+622 mi
11/04/201645,338 mi+460 mi
12/04/201745,677 mi+339 mi
24/04/201845,805 mi+128 mi
24/04/201845,805 mi
03/09/201946,003 mi+198 mi
11/03/202146,060 mi+57 mi
31/05/202253,244 mi+7,184 mi
17/08/202355,641 mi+2,397 mi
12/09/202455,934 mi+293 mi

Average of roughly 881 miles per year across 16 recorded odometer readings.

W531 FOW MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 1 Oct 2026, 17:35

MOT Analysis

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16 MOT tests are recorded for this 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (W531 FOW) between June 2006 and September 2024.

The record contains 15 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 12 September 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (11 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 16 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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