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Orange · Petrol · 2000 · 1,984 cc

V681 ESGMOT history

V681 ESG is an orange petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 27 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2023 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 125,578 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2023
Mileage
125,578 mi
At MOT on 21 Dec 2022
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,214 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V681 ESG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
27 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V681 ESG was last recorded at 125,578 miles on 21 Dec 2022, 16 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,562 miles · 8 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
16 miles
Average per year
6,214 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 125,578 miles
  • 2020 – 122,640 miles
  • 2019 – 116,559 miles
  • 2018 – 113,399 miles
  • 2015 – 95,846 miles
  • 2014 – 85,630 miles
  • 2013 – 75,686 miles
  • 2012 – 66,886 miles
  • 2009 – 57,959 miles
  • 2008 – 43,178 miles
  • 2007 – 28,822 miles
  • 2006 – 20,424 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,578 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal feels slightly spongy

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 Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

18 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,578 miles (+16)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    125,578 miles
    Test number
    522532105526
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal feels slightly spongy

  2. Fail125,562 miles (+2,922)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,562 miles
    Test number
    224753855072
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake excessively binding BOTH REAR (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass122,640 miles (+6,081)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    122,640 miles
    Test number
    976238166417
    • AdvisoryGENERAL WEAR/PLAY TO STEERING/SUSPENSION

  4. Pass116,559 miles (+3,160)
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    116,559 miles
    Test number
    486612016406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass113,399 miles (+17,553)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    113,399 miles
    Test number
    592539705801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass95,846 miles (+781)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    95,846 miles
    Test number
    209768965143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  7. Fail95,065 miles (+9,435)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,065 miles
    Test number
    708371725178
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteCheck engine light on
    • NoteFront windscreen wipers stiff

  8. Pass85,630 miles (+149)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    85,630 miles
    Test number
    709732304155
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust centre section deteriated.
    • NoteExhaust heat shield for centre section insurcure.

  9. Fail85,481 miles (+9,795)8 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,481 miles
    Test number
    577745994061
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExhaust centre section deteriated.

  10. Pass75,686 miles (+8,800)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    75,686 miles
    Test number
    709768603105
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass66,886 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    66,886 miles
    Test number
    628614732005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail66,872 miles (+8,913)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,872 miles
    Test number
    198373332038
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass57,959 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    57,959 miles
    Test number
    141048419123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail57,945 miles (+14,767)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,945 miles
    Test number
    982585419142
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass43,178 miles (+14,356)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    43,178 miles
    Test number
    790484928054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,822 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    28,822 miles
    Test number
    651557417058
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  17. Fail28,820 miles (+8,396)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,820 miles
    Test number
    484362117059
    • FailureNearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  18. Pass20,424 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    20,424 miles
    Test number
    430788716006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V681 ESG

Does V681 ESG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V681 ESG expired on 20 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V681 ESG?
The MOT on V681 ESG expired on 20 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V681 ESG done?
V681 ESG was recorded at 125,578 miles at its MOT on 21 Dec 2022, an average of 6,214 miles a year.
Has V681 ESG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V681 ESG has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on V681 ESG 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 V681 ESG find?
V681 ESG passed its latest MOT on 21 Dec 2022 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front drag link end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play, and 1 more.

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