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Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,781 cc

S8 YDOMOT history

S8 YDO is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 6 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 10 Nov 2025 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 108,655 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Nov 2025
Mileage
108,655 mi
At MOT on 11 Nov 2024
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,137 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 YDO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
6 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 YDO was last recorded at 108,655 miles on 11 Nov 2024, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,648 miles · 3 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
4,137 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 108,655 miles
  • 2023 – 108,648 miles
  • 2022 – 108,448 miles
  • 2021 – 107,057 miles
  • 2019 – 97,817 miles
  • 2018 – 95,753 miles
  • 2017 – 93,214 miles
  • 2016 – 89,985 miles
  • 2015 – 87,552 miles
  • 2014 – 83,135 miles
  • 2013 – 77,703 miles
  • 2012 – 72,674 miles
  • 2011 – 68,868 miles
  • 2010 – 65,505 miles
  • 2009 – 60,032 miles
  • 2008 – 54,441 miles
  • 2007 – 43,743 miles
  • 2006 – 32,245 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,655 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,655 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    108,655 miles
    Test number
    608169994141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass108,648 miles (+200)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    108,648 miles
    Test number
    505105131566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass108,448 miles (+1,391)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    108,448 miles
    Test number
    763181289304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass107,057 miles (+31)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    107,057 miles
    Test number
    249486106631
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail107,026 miles (+9,209)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,026 miles
    Test number
    204559626827
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass97,817 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    97,817 miles
    Test number
    961859248974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail97,816 miles (+2,063)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,816 miles
    Test number
    162524992707
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass95,753 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    95,753 miles
    Test number
    280334399074
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail95,753 miles (+2,539)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,753 miles
    Test number
    863959592992
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOther passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle boot (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass93,214 miles (+3,229)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    93,214 miles
    Test number
    396657835727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass89,985 miles (+2,433)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    89,985 miles
    Test number
    219728418662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass87,552 miles (+4,417)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    87,552 miles
    Test number
    255027485114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass83,135 miles (+5,432)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    83,135 miles
    Test number
    358361394187
    • AdvisoryCentre Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass77,703 miles (+5,029)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    77,703 miles
    Test number
    339336673137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass72,674 miles (+3,806)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    72,674 miles
    Test number
    159606982134
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass68,868 miles (+3,363)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    68,868 miles
    Test number
    777993991153
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail65,505 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,505 miles
    Test number
    383872980169
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass65,505 miles (+5,473)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    65,505 miles
    Test number
    693892080166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass60,032 miles (+5,591)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    60,032 miles
    Test number
    562067179188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,441 miles (+10,698)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    54,441 miles
    Test number
    671995778117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,743 miles (+11,498)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    43,743 miles
    Test number
    571779747169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass32,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    32,245 miles
    Test number
    434434946126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 YDO

Does S8 YDO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S8 YDO expired on 10 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S8 YDO?
The MOT on S8 YDO expired on 10 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S8 YDO done?
S8 YDO was recorded at 108,655 miles at its MOT on 11 Nov 2024, an average of 4,137 miles a year.
Has S8 YDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 YDO has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on S8 YDO 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 S8 YDO find?
S8 YDO passed its latest MOT on 11 Nov 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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