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Volkswagen Beetle

White · Petrol · 2011 · 1,390 cc

X20 RBYMOT history

X20 RBY is a white petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 63,289 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

X20 RBY white Volkswagen Beetle – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
63,289 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,117 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X20 RBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
1 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X20 RBY was last recorded at 63,289 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,287 miles · 5 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,117 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 63,289 miles
  • 2025 – 60,251 miles
  • 2024 – 57,003 miles
  • 2023 – 54,703 miles
  • 2022 – 53,466 miles
  • 2021 – 52,053 miles
  • 2020 – 50,913 miles
  • 2019 – 49,714 miles
  • 2018 – 46,818 miles
  • 2017 – 44,861 miles
  • 2016 – 38,438 miles
  • 2015 – 33,133 miles
  • 2014 – 24,510 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,289 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.

  • Underbody corrosion

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Front Brake discs corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Engine has oil leak.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 4 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,289 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    63,289 miles
    Test number
    919091874888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail63,287 miles (+91)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,287 miles
    Test number
    812725960899
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  3. Fail63,196 miles (+2,945)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,196 miles
    Test number
    315927855461
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion
  4. Pass60,251 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    60,251 miles
    Test number
    182046526963
    • AdvisoryBonnet release handle faulty
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber top mounts have slight play
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Fail60,250 miles (+3,247)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,250 miles
    Test number
    870579052553
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour White light (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBonnet release handle faulty
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber top mounts have slight play
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass57,003 miles (+2,300)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    57,003 miles
    Test number
    876441365361
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Pass54,703 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    54,703 miles
    Test number
    719601405182
    • AdvisoryFront Brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion
  8. Fail54,688 miles (+1,222)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,688 miles
    Test number
    473616535200
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion
  9. Pass53,466 miles (+1,413)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    53,466 miles
    Test number
    203954589700
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion
  10. Pass52,053 miles (+1,140)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    52,053 miles
    Test number
    864930649528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,913 miles (+1,199)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    50,913 miles
    Test number
    957518951732

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,714 miles (+2,896)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    49,714 miles
    Test number
    279624605764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,818 miles (+1,957)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    46,818 miles
    Test number
    318277738130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,861 miles (+6,423)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    44,861 miles
    Test number
    243150526413
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  15. Pass38,438 miles (+209)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    38,438 miles
    Test number
    817046761116
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil leak.
  16. Fail38,229 miles (+5,096)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,229 miles
    Test number
    727758344458
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine has oil leak.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
  17. Pass33,133 miles (+8,623)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    33,133 miles
    Test number
    627294265010
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass24,510 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    24,510 miles
    Test number
    449523164086
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Questions about X20 RBY

Does X20 RBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X20 RBY is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X20 RBY?
The MOT on X20 RBY is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X20 RBY done?
X20 RBY was recorded at 63,289 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 3,117 miles a year.
Has X20 RBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X20 RBY has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on X20 RBY 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 X20 RBY find?
X20 RBY passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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