Volkswagen Beetle
Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,390 cc
L22 YARMOT history
L22 YAR is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 11 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 10 Oct 2024 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 150,274 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2023.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 10 Oct 2024
- Mileage
- 150,274 mi
- At MOT on 11 Oct 2023
- MOT tests
- 26
- 16 passed · 10 failed
- Per year
- 8,187 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L22 YAR
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Beetle
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,390 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2005
- First used
- 11 Jun 2005
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 10 Oct 2024
- Latest MOT test
- 11 Oct 2023 (Pass)
Mileage history
L22 YAR was last recorded at 150,274 miles on 11 Oct 2023, 1,996 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2022.
- Previous MOT
- 148,278 miles · 12 Jan 2022
- Between the last two tests
- 1,996 miles
- Average per year
- 8,187 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2023 – 150,274 miles
- 2022 – 148,278 miles
- 2020 – 147,322 miles
- 2019 – 144,582 miles
- 2018 – 134,348 miles
- 2017 – 124,371 miles
- 2016 – 111,666 miles
- 2015 – 98,873 miles
- 2014 – 81,562 miles
- 2013 – 61,725 miles
- 2012 – 46,571 miles
- 2011 – 41,624 miles
- 2010 – 35,882 miles
- 2009 – 28,914 miles
- 2008 – 24,574 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass150,274 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
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.
Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017
Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020
Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault
Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020
Full MOT history
26 tests since 3 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass150,274 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Oct 2024
- Odometer
- 150,274 miles
- Test number
- 663039786509
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Fail150,274 miles (+1,996)3 repaired5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 150,274 miles
- Test number
- 817551502299
- Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass148,278 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 148,278 miles
- Test number
- 353320090696
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryN/s & o/s rear inner sills showing signs of corrosion
- AdvisorySlight play n/s & o/s steering rack inner arms
Fail148,278 miles (+956)2 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 148,278 miles
- Test number
- 648477661964
- MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryN/s & o/s rear inner sills showing signs of corrosion
- AdvisorySlight play n/s & o/s steering rack inner arms
Pass147,322 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Dec 2021
- Odometer
- 147,322 miles
- Test number
- 823194987687
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear inner sills corroded.
Fail147,322 miles (+2,740)3 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 147,322 miles
- Test number
- 759677712991
- MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryN/s and o/s rear inner sills corroded.
Pass144,582 miles (+1)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 144,582 miles
- Test number
- 128436992042
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail144,581 miles (+10,233)5 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 144,581 miles
- Test number
- 473485496305
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
Pass134,348 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Dec 2019
- Odometer
- 134,348 miles
- Test number
- 391499329773
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail134,344 miles (+9,973)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 134,344 miles
- Test number
- 613807278516
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre and rear exhaust boxes holed and blowing. (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65R15 (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass124,371 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 14 Dec 2018
- Odometer
- 124,371 miles
- Test number
- 922417418280
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
Fail124,371 miles (+12,705)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 124,371 miles
- Test number
- 646957941348
- FailureFront constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc both front outer (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
Pass111,666 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 31 Oct 2017
- Odometer
- 111,666 miles
- Test number
- 853965432155
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
Fail111,666 miles (+12,793)2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 111,666 miles
- Test number
- 248809346303
- FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear 195/95/15 (4.1.E.1)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
- AdvisoryEml on
Pass98,873 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Oct 2016
- Odometer
- 98,873 miles
- Test number
- 266038178649
- AdvisorySteering pivot point has slight play both (2.2.B.1g)
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)
Fail98,872 miles (+17,310)1 failure2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 98,872 miles
- Test number
- 631196897433
- FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
- AdvisorySteering pivot point has slight play both (2.2.B.1g)
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)
Pass81,562 miles
- MOT expiry
- 3 Oct 2015
- Odometer
- 81,562 miles
- Test number
- 938187474234
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail81,562 miles (+19,837)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 81,562 miles
- Test number
- 375097674273
- FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass61,725 miles (+15,154)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 8 May 2014
- Odometer
- 61,725 miles
- Test number
- 415999423196
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass46,571 miles (+4,947)
- MOT expiry
- 1 May 2013
- Odometer
- 46,571 miles
- Test number
- 156013722195
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass41,624 miles (+5,742)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 41,624 miles
- Test number
- 189222301198
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass35,882 miles (+6,968)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 13 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 35,882 miles
- Test number
- 184404400131
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteWasher bottle leaking
Pass28,914 miles (+459)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jun 2010
- Odometer
- 28,914 miles
- Test number
- 751720169172
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail28,455 miles2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 28,455 miles
- Test number
- 283532839137
- Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Pass28,455 miles (+3,881)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jun 2010
- Odometer
- 28,455 miles
- Test number
- 544352239182
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass24,574 miles
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jun 2009
- Odometer
- 24,574 miles
- Test number
- 464405958135
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about L22 YAR
- Does L22 YAR currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on L22 YAR expired on 10 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on L22 YAR?
- The MOT on L22 YAR expired on 10 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has L22 YAR done?
- L22 YAR was recorded at 150,274 miles at its MOT on 11 Oct 2023, an average of 8,187 miles a year.
- Has L22 YAR ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L22 YAR has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Oct 2023.
- Has the mileage on L22 YAR 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 L22 YAR find?
- L22 YAR passed its latest MOT on 11 Oct 2023 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded, and 2 more.
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