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Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,984 cc

V42 MGMMOT history

V42 MGM is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Feb 2000. Its MOT expired on 16 Jan 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 160,106 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Jan 2023
Mileage
160,106 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2022
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,394 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V42 MGM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V42 MGM was last recorded at 160,106 miles on 17 Jan 2022, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,104 miles · 5 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
7,394 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 160,106 miles
  • 2021 – 155,098 miles
  • 2019 – 149,292 miles
  • 2018 – 142,761 miles
  • 2017 – 127,530 miles
  • 2016 – 122,897 miles
  • 2015 – 115,777 miles
  • 2014 – 110,658 miles
  • 2013 – 106,033 miles
  • 2012 – 98,565 miles
  • 2011 – 92,755 miles
  • 2010 – 89,734 miles
  • 2009 – 81,169 miles
  • 2008 – 64,879 miles
  • 2007 – 56,727 miles
  • 2006 – 44,495 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,106 miles
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect NSR and OSR (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,106 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    160,106 miles
    Test number
    471480115072
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect NSR and OSR (5.3.2 (d))
  2. Fail160,104 miles (+5,006)3 dangerous9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,104 miles
    Test number
    704709613346
    • DangerousMacpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached NSF and OSF upper strut top pounts have excessive play (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect NSF and OSF casings faded (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine hard to tell if engine oil or steering fluid as leak covers entire area and dirty. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSub-frame pin or bush excessively worn NSR and OSR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn NSF arm rear bush heavily worn and has excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength NS and OS sills corroded and holed along length (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect NSR and OSR (5.3.2 (d))
  3. Pass155,098 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    155,098 miles
    Test number
    190973704189
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp outyer casings faded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe bush mounting points corroded, would advise reatment to prevent further decay (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail155,096 miles (+5,804)1 dangerous8 major1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,096 miles
    Test number
    453068001052
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect NSF and OSF (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OSF, NSR and OSR sills holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp outyer casings faded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe bush mounting points corroded, would advise reatment to prevent further decay (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass149,292 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    149,292 miles
    Test number
    625138526215
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp outer casings faded
    • AdvisoryFront brake imbalance is 29% (requires adjustment/repair)
    • AdvisoryNSF and OSF upper suspension mounts have slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to limit, and edges heavily worn (replace!) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak (not dripping throughout test, but will require attention) oil level is central on dipstick
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF and OSF bushes worn, no excessive movement found upon test (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS and OS sills areas corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal NS and OS sills have (previous) welded repairs, heavily coated with rustproofing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Fail149,292 miles (+6,531)1 major1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,292 miles
    Test number
    334538348739
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect NS and OS heavily faded, affecting beam image (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low NS and OS (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp outer casings faded
    • AdvisoryFront brake imbalance is 29% (requires adjustment/repair)
    • AdvisoryNSF and OSF upper suspension mounts have slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to limit, and edges heavily worn (replace!) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak (not dripping throughout test, but will require attention) oil level is central on dipstick
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement NSF and OSF bushes worn, no excessive movement found upon test (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS and OS sills areas corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal NS and OS sills have (previous) welded repairs, heavily coated with rustproofing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Pass142,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    142,761 miles
    Test number
    592678054574

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail142,761 miles (+443)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,761 miles
    Test number
    179163953929
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened X 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn And offside front bushes worn and deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Front to back outer sill area.as marked. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin X 4 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Fail142,318 miles (+14,788)8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,318 miles
    Test number
    244208385349
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective light on dash (5.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewalls (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded front and rear of n/s outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rears (3.5.1i)
  10. Pass127,530 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    127,530 miles
    Test number
    214698904630
    • AdvisoryNearside beamset pattern becoming poor.
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively + offside (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass damaged.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryO/s/f+ n/s/r inner brake discs corroding/deteriorating.
    • AdvisoryPlay in o/s + n/s/r sub frame bushes.
  11. Fail127,528 miles (+4,631)6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,528 miles
    Test number
    510077072236
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside beamset pattern becoming poor.
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively + offside (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass damaged.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryO/s/f+ n/s/r inner brake discs corroding/deteriorating.
    • AdvisoryPlay in o/s + n/s/r sub frame bushes.
  12. Pass122,897 miles (+23)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    122,897 miles
    Test number
    522314502206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r handbrake lever does not fully return
  13. Fail122,874 miles (+7,097)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,874 miles
    Test number
    896571775296
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r handbrake lever does not fully return
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  14. Pass115,777 miles (+5,119)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    115,777 miles
    Test number
    655015415116
    • AdvisoryInner Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges
  15. Pass110,658 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    110,658 miles
    Test number
    755351694067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail110,617 miles (+4,584)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,617 miles
    Test number
    416555384056
    • FailureElectrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
  17. Pass106,033 miles (+7,468)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    106,033 miles
    Test number
    999480883059
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  18. Pass98,565 miles (+5,810)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    98,565 miles
    Test number
    169620472401
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  19. Pass92,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    92,755 miles
    Test number
    119536571048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail92,755 miles (+3,021)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,755 miles
    Test number
    858286971008
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  21. Pass89,734 miles (+8,565)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    89,734 miles
    Test number
    933999630021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass81,169 miles (+16,290)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    81,169 miles
    Test number
    652490019255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass64,879 miles (+8,152)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    64,879 miles
    Test number
    652749358113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass56,727 miles (+12,232)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    56,727 miles
    Test number
    761775947157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  25. Pass44,495 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2007
    Odometer
    44,495 miles
    Test number
    460030456114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about V42 MGM

Does V42 MGM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V42 MGM expired on 16 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V42 MGM?
The MOT on V42 MGM expired on 16 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V42 MGM done?
V42 MGM was recorded at 160,106 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2022, an average of 7,394 miles a year.
Has V42 MGM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V42 MGM has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on V42 MGM 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 V42 MGM find?
V42 MGM passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2022 with 2 advisories: play in steering rack inner joint(s); shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect nsr and osr.

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