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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,596 cc

M17 ABMMOT history

M17 ABM is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Jul 2006. Its MOT expired on 20 Jul 2023 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 112,866 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Jul 2023
Mileage
112,866 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2023
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,006 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M17 ABM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Jul 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

M17 ABM was last recorded at 112,866 miles on 28 Sept 2023, 3,107 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,759 miles · 19 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
3,107 miles
Average per year
6,006 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 112,866 miles
  • 2022 – 109,759 miles
  • 2021 – 107,222 miles
  • 2020 – 105,789 miles
  • 2019 – 100,338 miles
  • 2018 – 90,178 miles
  • 2017 – 79,883 miles
  • 2016 – 69,102 miles
  • 2015 – 69,027 miles
  • 2014 – 67,004 miles
  • 2013 – 63,774 miles
  • 2012 – 61,156 miles
  • 2011 – 50,324 miles
  • 2010 – 35,991 miles
  • 2009 – 27,142 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail112,866 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to dense smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Rack end

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail112,866 miles (+3,107)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,866 miles
    Test number
    511647762294
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to dense smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass109,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    109,759 miles
    Test number
    529471424617

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail109,759 miles (+86)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,759 miles
    Test number
    663536526389
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively arms insecure (3.4 (b) (ii))

  4. Fail109,673 miles (+2,451)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,673 miles
    Test number
    594817331599
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass107,222 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    107,222 miles
    Test number
    756163529413
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail107,222 miles (+1,433)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,222 miles
    Test number
    516777487321
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Arm [Rear bush] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel Rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass105,789 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    105,789 miles
    Test number
    490470499552
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail105,782 miles (+5,444)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,782 miles
    Test number
    228429030664
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass100,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    100,338 miles
    Test number
    194598948186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail100,338 miles (+10,160)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,338 miles
    Test number
    432086816163
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass90,178 miles (+10,295)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    90,178 miles
    Test number
    411415499349
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  12. Pass79,883 miles (+10,781)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    79,883 miles
    Test number
    501658933314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,102 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    69,102 miles
    Test number
    787018801714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,027 miles (+2,023)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    69,027 miles
    Test number
    269055965010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass67,004 miles (+3,230)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    67,004 miles
    Test number
    168894594446
    • NoteN/s/r tyre close to wear indicators

  16. Pass63,774 miles (+45)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    63,774 miles
    Test number
    366808783092
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  17. Fail63,729 miles (+2,573)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,729 miles
    Test number
    536022583068
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  18. Pass61,156 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    61,156 miles
    Test number
    598382402104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail61,125 miles (+10,801)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,125 miles
    Test number
    159011002188
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass50,324 miles (+14,333)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    50,324 miles
    Test number
    205877551172
    • NoteEngine warning light on
    • NoteEsp warning light on

  21. Pass35,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    35,991 miles
    Test number
    543215060136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail35,991 miles (+8,849)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,991 miles
    Test number
    231815160456
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  23. Pass27,142 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    27,142 miles
    Test number
    262101679486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail27,142 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,142 miles
    Test number
    420871479181
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

Questions about M17 ABM

Does M17 ABM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M17 ABM expired on 20 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M17 ABM?
The MOT on M17 ABM expired on 20 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M17 ABM done?
M17 ABM was recorded at 112,866 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2023, an average of 6,006 miles a year.
Has M17 ABM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M17 ABM has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on M17 ABM 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 M17 ABM find?
M17 ABM failed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2023 with 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: emissions unable to be completed due to dense smoke; exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration; battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier, and 2 more.

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