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Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,781 cc

L6 NYWMOT history

L6 NYW is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 19 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 Oct 2022 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 125,056 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Oct 2022
Mileage
125,056 km
At MOT on 2 May 2025
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,379 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 NYW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
2 May 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

L6 NYW was last recorded at 125,056 km on 2 May 2025, 7,526 km more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,530 km · 22 May 2018
Between the last two tests
7,526 km
Average per year
6,379 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 125,056 km
  • 2018 – 117,530 km
  • 2016 – 101,818 km
  • 2014 – 63,686 km
  • 2013 – 37,490 km
  • 2012 – 35,613 km
  • 2011 – 31,629 km
  • 2010 – 28,245 km

What the latest MOT found

Fail125,056 km
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongy
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit & worn on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

18 tests since 19 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail125,056 km1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,056 km
    Test number
    207525141823
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal spongy
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    713831996755
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass123,143 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    123,143 miles
    Test number
    337800739224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit & worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail123,141 miles1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,141 miles
    Test number
    804164324842
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit & worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass117,530 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    117,530 km
    Test number
    789272578531
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail117,530 km4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,530 km
    Test number
    873808362957
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Undertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass108,369 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    108,369 miles
    Test number
    835131694059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  8. Fail108,369 miles3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,369 miles
    Test number
    371286709698
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  9. Pass101,818 km6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    101,818 km
    Test number
    473061151943
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Fail101,818 km1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,818 km
    Test number
    668262285038
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass88,318 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    88,318 miles
    Test number
    255577785005
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/r tyre starting to crack on inside wall

  12. Pass63,686 km2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    63,686 km
    Test number
    227417674099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteMil light on

  13. Fail63,686 km (+26,196)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,686 km
    Test number
    796917474008
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteMil light on

  14. Pass37,490 km (+1,877)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    37,490 km
    Test number
    707577773073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,613 km (+3,984)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    35,613 km
    Test number
    106416462011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass31,629 km (+3,384)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    31,629 km
    Test number
    337520561099
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass28,245 km2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    28,245 km
    Test number
    343168950081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass24,285 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    24,285 miles
    Test number
    540094728315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCondition of nearside rear tyre sidewall
    • NoteCondition of offside rear tyre sidewall

Questions about L6 NYW

Does L6 NYW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L6 NYW expired on 1 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L6 NYW?
The MOT on L6 NYW expired on 1 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L6 NYW done?
L6 NYW was recorded at 125,056 km at its MOT on 2 May 2025, an average of 6,379 km a year.
Has L6 NYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 NYW has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 2 May 2025.
Has the mileage on L6 NYW 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 L6 NYW find?
L6 NYW failed its latest MOT on 2 May 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 3 advisories: offside rear tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall; all direction indicators not working; front position lamp not working both, and 6 more.

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