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White · Petrol · 2000 · 1,984 cc

B20 RAOMOT history

B20 RAO is a white petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 12 May 2000. Its MOT expired on 2 Jul 2024 and it has passed 15 of 28 MOT tests, with 166,781 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Jul 2024
Mileage
166,781 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2023
MOT tests
28
15 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,691 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B20 RAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
12 May 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

B20 RAO was last recorded at 166,781 miles on 3 Jul 2023, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jun 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,769 miles · 7 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
5,691 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 166,781 miles
  • 2022 – 165,016 miles
  • 2021 – 162,865 miles
  • 2019 – 160,499 miles
  • 2018 – 157,386 miles
  • 2017 – 154,983 miles
  • 2013 – 153,918 miles
  • 2012 – 146,257 miles
  • 2011 – 131,746 miles
  • 2010 – 121,010 miles
  • 2009 – 109,364 miles
  • 2008 – 100,164 miles
  • 2007 – 91,417 miles
  • 2006 – 78,082 miles
  • 2005 – 64,872 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,781 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Headlamp aim too high

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,781 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    166,781 miles
    Test number
    114009403053
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail166,769 miles (+15)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,769 miles
    Test number
    841749940655
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail166,754 miles (+21)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,754 miles
    Test number
    408749461696
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail166,733 miles (+1,717)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,733 miles
    Test number
    763770662404
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass165,016 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    165,016 miles
    Test number
    895747938246
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail165,006 miles (+2,141)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,006 miles
    Test number
    617113208661
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass162,865 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    162,865 miles
    Test number
    317406664197
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail162,854 miles (+2,355)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,854 miles
    Test number
    159532045545
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass160,499 miles (+3,113)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    160,499 miles
    Test number
    162278422712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass157,386 miles (+2,403)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    157,386 miles
    Test number
    668984306589
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass154,983 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    154,983 miles
    Test number
    684401960619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail154,958 miles (+1,040)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,958 miles
    Test number
    836318364408
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside brake caliper has restricted free movement hand brake arm (3.5.1k)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded on steering rack (2.3.2)

  13. Pass153,918 miles (+85)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    153,918 miles
    Test number
    995066633359
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail153,833 miles (+7,576)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,833 miles
    Test number
    339261433390
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass146,257 miles (+276)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    146,257 miles
    Test number
    728204492257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail145,981 miles (+14,235)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,981 miles
    Test number
    969679082244
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteENGINE LEAKING OIL
    • NoteOFFSIDE REAR TYRE PERISHED

  17. Pass131,746 miles (+10,736)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    131,746 miles
    Test number
    729671881258
    • NoteESP WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED AIRBAG WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED VARIOUS LOOSE WIRES BEHIND FRONT BUMPER

  18. Pass121,010 miles (+11,646)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    121,010 miles
    Test number
    562877970249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass109,364 miles (+383)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    109,364 miles
    Test number
    372430669291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail108,981 miles (+8,817)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,981 miles
    Test number
    934181959241
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass100,164 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    100,164 miles
    Test number
    772789848217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail100,159 miles (+8,742)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,159 miles
    Test number
    791975648273
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteSlight play in nearside steering
    • NoteSurface corrosion to rear discs

  23. Pass91,417 miles (+176)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    91,417 miles
    Test number
    784191187275
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail91,241 miles (+13,159)7 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,241 miles
    Test number
    571946777270
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteExhaust system deteriorated
    • NoteNearside rear tyre loosing shape
    • NoteOffside front tyre has small cuts in outer sidewall
    • NoteOffside rear outer sill damaged

  25. Pass78,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    78,082 miles
    Test number
    204794746241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail78,082 miles (+13,210)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,082 miles
    Test number
    440814946240
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass64,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    64,872 miles
    Test number
    832438815297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail64,872 miles6 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,872 miles
    Test number
    744368815268
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteDamage to off side outer sill
    • NotePlay in steering rack,near side.
    • NoteUneven wear,near side rear tyre tread

Questions about B20 RAO

Does B20 RAO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on B20 RAO expired on 2 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on B20 RAO?
The MOT on B20 RAO expired on 2 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has B20 RAO done?
B20 RAO was recorded at 166,781 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2023, an average of 5,691 miles a year.
Has B20 RAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B20 RAO has failed 13 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on B20 RAO 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 B20 RAO find?
B20 RAO passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2023 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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