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Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T197 AHYMOT history

T197 AHY is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Jun 2023 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 23,810 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jun 2023
Mileage
23,810 mi
At MOT on 20 Jun 2022
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
230 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T197 AHY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
20 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T197 AHY was last recorded at 23,810 miles on 20 Jun 2022, 184 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
23,626 miles · 9 Mar 2020
Between the last two tests
184 miles
Average per year
230 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 23,810 miles
  • 2020 – 23,626 miles
  • 2019 – 23,202 miles
  • 2016 – 23,065 miles
  • 2015 – 22,564 miles
  • 2014 – 21,184 miles
  • 2008 – 20,982 miles
  • 2007 – 20,641 miles
  • 2006 – 20,115 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass23,810 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryShields limiting inspection

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 Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass23,810 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    23,810 miles
    Test number
    451795374018
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShields limiting inspection

  2. Fail23,810 miles (+184)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,810 miles
    Test number
    832860171509
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShields limiting inspection

  3. Pass23,626 miles (+3)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    23,626 miles
    Test number
    919901782684
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Fail23,623 miles (+421)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,623 miles
    Test number
    723207879465
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryAccelerator pedal broken

  5. Pass23,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    23,202 miles
    Test number
    608327926812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail23,202 miles (+137)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,202 miles
    Test number
    725015925242
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass23,065 miles (+501)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    23,065 miles
    Test number
    385438874466
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  8. Pass22,564 miles (+1,380)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    22,564 miles
    Test number
    899708945119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass21,184 miles (+202)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    21,184 miles
    Test number
    987618444182
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Pass20,982 miles (+341)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    20,982 miles
    Test number
    591384448343
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN\s door mirror broken

  11. Pass20,641 miles (+526)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    20,641 miles
    Test number
    532622747185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass20,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    20,115 miles
    Test number
    264164546121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T197 AHY

Does T197 AHY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T197 AHY expired on 19 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T197 AHY?
The MOT on T197 AHY expired on 19 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T197 AHY done?
T197 AHY was recorded at 23,810 miles at its MOT on 20 Jun 2022, an average of 230 miles a year.
Has T197 AHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T197 AHY has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on T197 AHY 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 T197 AHY find?
T197 AHY passed its latest MOT on 20 Jun 2022 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; offside front windscreen wiper blade defective; shields limiting inspection.

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