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Beige · Petrol · 2004 · 1,595 cc

S17 MLTMOT history

S17 MLT is a beige petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 16 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 15 Aug 2023 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 101,246 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Aug 2023
Mileage
101,246 mi
At MOT on 16 Aug 2022
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,708 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S17 MLT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S17 MLT was last recorded at 101,246 miles on 16 Aug 2022, 166 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
101,080 miles · 29 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
166 miles
Average per year
5,708 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 101,246 miles
  • 2020 – 101,080 miles
  • 2019 – 99,439 miles
  • 2018 – 98,901 miles
  • 2017 – 95,806 miles
  • 2016 – 92,193 miles
  • 2015 – 89,215 miles
  • 2014 – 82,331 miles
  • 2013 – 76,663 miles
  • 2012 – 63,850 miles
  • 2011 – 53,006 miles
  • 2010 – 43,355 miles
  • 2009 – 31,491 miles
  • 2008 – 21,890 miles
  • 2007 – 13,768 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,246 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 19 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,246 miles (+166)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    101,246 miles
    Test number
    929742242537
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass101,080 miles (+1,641)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    101,080 miles
    Test number
    694684586549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass99,439 miles (+538)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    99,439 miles
    Test number
    306084124637
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass98,901 miles (+3,095)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    98,901 miles
    Test number
    650478796589
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  5. Pass95,806 miles (+3,613)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    95,806 miles
    Test number
    691371411203
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning indicator illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  6. Pass92,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    92,193 miles
    Test number
    200582445198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail92,192 miles (+2,977)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,192 miles
    Test number
    376004287438
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  8. Pass89,215 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    89,215 miles
    Test number
    128823015169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Fail89,215 miles (+6,884)2 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,215 miles
    Test number
    525253015187
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEML lamp is on
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Pass82,331 miles5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    82,331 miles
    Test number
    206364834167
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteChild seat location: offside rear
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteMinor paintwork damage to neasride front lower bumper and offside rear lower bumper
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail82,331 miles (+5,668)1 repaired5 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,331 miles
    Test number
    525124134139
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteChild seat location: offside rear
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteMinor paintwork damage to neasride front lower bumper and offside rear lower bumper
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass76,663 miles (+12,813)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    76,663 miles
    Test number
    206185233196
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass63,850 miles (+10,844)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    63,850 miles
    Test number
    496575332127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,006 miles (+9,651)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    53,006 miles
    Test number
    565691431187
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  15. Pass43,355 miles (+11,864)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    43,355 miles
    Test number
    112039330149
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass31,491 miles (+9,601)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    31,491 miles
    Test number
    752057809139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,890 miles (+8,122)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    21,890 miles
    Test number
    873618108134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass13,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    13,768 miles
    Test number
    764559707103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S17 MLT

Does S17 MLT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S17 MLT expired on 15 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S17 MLT?
The MOT on S17 MLT expired on 15 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S17 MLT done?
S17 MLT was recorded at 101,246 miles at its MOT on 16 Aug 2022, an average of 5,708 miles a year.
Has S17 MLT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S17 MLT has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 17 May 2016.
Has the mileage on S17 MLT 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 S17 MLT find?
S17 MLT passed its latest MOT on 16 Aug 2022 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 1 more.

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