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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,896 cc

L11 YBSMOT history

L11 YBS is a blue diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 9 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 10 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 61,800 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Oct 2026
Mileage
61,800 mi
At MOT on 11 Oct 2025
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,679 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L11 YBS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
9 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L11 YBS was last recorded at 61,800 miles on 11 Oct 2025, 46 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,754 miles · 20 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
46 miles
Average per year
2,679 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 61,800 miles
  • 2024 – 61,712 miles
  • 2023 – 61,465 miles
  • 2022 – 60,216 miles
  • 2021 – 58,779 miles
  • 2020 – 56,261 miles
  • 2019 – 54,702 miles
  • 2018 – 52,757 miles
  • 2017 – 48,661 miles
  • 2016 – 45,268 miles
  • 2015 – 43,126 miles
  • 2014 – 39,126 miles
  • 2013 – 33,965 miles
  • 2012 – 28,418 miles
  • 2011 – 23,443 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,800 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • O/sr brake caliper handbrake lever not on stop

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 17 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,800 miles (+46)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    61,800 miles
    Test number
    709954685283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail61,754 miles (+42)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,754 miles
    Test number
    902798063949
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength NSR sill excessive corrosion/holed in prescribed area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass61,712 miles (+247)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    61,712 miles
    Test number
    102943483129
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass61,465 miles (+1,249)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    61,465 miles
    Test number
    831988695782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass60,216 miles (+1,437)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    60,216 miles
    Test number
    857358725682
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge close to cords !!!! (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass58,779 miles (+2,518)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    58,779 miles
    Test number
    120351045263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass56,261 miles (+1,559)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    56,261 miles
    Test number
    667400909713
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge

  8. Pass54,702 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    54,702 miles
    Test number
    220442718381
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  9. Fail54,702 miles (+1,945)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,702 miles
    Test number
    366003984210
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  10. Pass52,757 miles (+4,096)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    52,757 miles
    Test number
    151452221809
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/sr brake caliper handbrake lever not on stop

  11. Pass48,661 miles (+3,393)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    48,661 miles
    Test number
    760728294656
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust blowing at front
    • AdvisoryO/sf suspension top mount has restricted movement
    • AdvisoryO/sr brake caliper handbrake lever not on stop

  12. Pass45,268 miles (+2,142)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    45,268 miles
    Test number
    400933915228
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass43,126 miles (+4,000)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    43,126 miles
    Test number
    228508165425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,126 miles (+5,161)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    39,126 miles
    Test number
    387915864137
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass33,965 miles (+5,547)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    33,965 miles
    Test number
    235705363101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,418 miles (+4,975)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    28,418 miles
    Test number
    909674662195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    23,443 miles
    Test number
    906548161110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L11 YBS

Does L11 YBS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L11 YBS expired on 10 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L11 YBS?
The MOT on L11 YBS expired on 10 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L11 YBS done?
L11 YBS was recorded at 61,800 miles at its MOT on 11 Oct 2025, an average of 2,679 miles a year.
Has L11 YBS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L11 YBS has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on L11 YBS 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 L11 YBS find?
L11 YBS passed its latest MOT on 11 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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