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Volkswagen Beetle

Green · Petrol · 1972 · 1,584 cc

NTO 344MOT history

NTO 344 is a green petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Aug 1972. Its MOT expired on 9 Jan 2024 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 79,987 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2023.

NTO 344 green Volkswagen Beetle – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen Beetle, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Jan 2024
Mileage
79,987 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2023
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,464 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
NTO 344
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,584 cc
Year of manufacture
1972
First used
1 Aug 1972
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

NTO 344 was last recorded at 79,987 miles on 10 Jan 2023, 2,823 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,164 miles · 30 May 2019
Between the last two tests
2,823 miles
Average per year
3,464 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 79,987 miles
  • 2019 – 77,164 miles
  • 2018 – 76,288 miles
  • 2016 – 73,954 miles
  • 2015 – 73,933 miles
  • 2014 – 73,703 miles
  • 2013 – 24,613 miles
  • 2009 – 24,613 miles
  • 2008 – 24,613 miles
  • 2007 – 24,613 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,987 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking Around Tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking Around Tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2018

Full MOT history

17 tests since 15 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,987 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    79,987 miles
    Test number
    831878061525
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail79,987 miles (+2,823)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,987 miles
    Test number
    279324961399
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass77,164 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    77,164 miles
    Test number
    687378526871
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking Around Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking Around Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail77,136 miles (+848)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,136 miles
    Test number
    414728501082
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking Around Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking Around Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass76,288 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    76,288 miles
    Test number
    690226222360
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  6. Fail76,286 miles (+2,332)2 dangerous13 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,286 miles
    Test number
    890341717246
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  7. Pass73,954 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    73,954 miles
    Test number
    496671038352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail73,954 miles (+21)1 dangerous5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,954 miles
    Test number
    279985547444
    • DangerousBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high both (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  9. Pass73,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    73,933 miles
    Test number
    287246095410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail73,933 miles (+230)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,933 miles
    Test number
    257512495475
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  11. Pass73,703 miles (+49,090)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    73,703 miles
    Test number
    417301354181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass24,613 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    24,613 miles
    Test number
    198272553183
    • NoteSlight noise in rear hubs

  13. Pass24,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    24,613 miles
    Test number
    364315699178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass24,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    24,613 miles
    Test number
    541890738120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail24,613 miles8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,613 miles
    Test number
    583732118149
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureFront Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureSteering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

  16. Pass24,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    24,613 miles
    Test number
    124944727448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail24,613 miles8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,613 miles
    Test number
    771225817028
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about NTO 344

What vehicle is registration NTO 344 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show NTO 344 on a green petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Aug 1972. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does NTO 344 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on NTO 344 expired on 9 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on NTO 344?
The MOT on NTO 344 expired on 9 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has NTO 344 done?
NTO 344 was recorded at 79,987 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2023, an average of 3,464 miles a year.
Has NTO 344 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. NTO 344 has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on NTO 344 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 NTO 344 find?
NTO 344 passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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