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Green · Petrol · 2000 · 2,000 cc

X39 JCLMOT history

X39 JCL is a green petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 21 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 19 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 114,863 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Mar 2023
Mileage
114,863 mi
At MOT on 14 Mar 2023
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,887 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X39 JCL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
21 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

X39 JCL was last recorded at 114,863 miles on 14 Mar 2023, 7,133 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,730 miles · 18 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
7,133 miles
Average per year
4,887 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 114,863 miles
  • 2022 – 107,730 miles
  • 2021 – 102,979 miles
  • 2020 – 97,344 miles
  • 2019 – 91,745 miles
  • 2018 – 82,254 miles
  • 2017 – 74,141 miles
  • 2016 – 64,469 miles
  • 2015 – 55,912 miles
  • 2013 – 52,025 miles
  • 2012 – 48,821 miles
  • 2011 – 47,510 miles
  • 2010 – 46,830 miles
  • 2009 – 44,756 miles
  • 2008 – 41,942 miles
  • 2007 – 38,489 miles
  • 2006 – 34,453 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail114,863 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Both sills corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail114,863 miles (+7,133)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,863 miles
    Test number
    241526888103
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass107,730 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    107,730 miles
    Test number
    672533210786
    • AdvisoryBoth sills corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail107,730 miles (+4,751)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,730 miles
    Test number
    547805010992
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  4. Pass102,979 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    102,979 miles
    Test number
    714957225864
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sills at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail102,979 miles (+5,635)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,979 miles
    Test number
    759029221692
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sills at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass97,344 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    97,344 miles
    Test number
    478027673288
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail97,344 miles (+5,599)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,344 miles
    Test number
    348171755993
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass91,745 miles (+9,491)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    91,745 miles
    Test number
    416132582123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,254 miles (+8,113)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    82,254 miles
    Test number
    856760919511
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass74,141 miles (+9,672)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    74,141 miles
    Test number
    842252855616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,469 miles (+79)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    64,469 miles
    Test number
    634969995871
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  12. Fail64,390 miles (+8,478)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,390 miles
    Test number
    275719006506
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Pass55,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    55,912 miles
    Test number
    177269715032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail55,912 miles (+3,887)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,912 miles
    Test number
    529479215068
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass52,025 miles (+3,204)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    52,025 miles
    Test number
    428489863291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,821 miles (+1,311)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    48,821 miles
    Test number
    609910852291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass47,510 miles (+680)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    47,510 miles
    Test number
    717530551240
    • NoteAll discs slightly corroded
    • NoteBoth front tyres perishing on sidewall

  18. Pass46,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    46,830 miles
    Test number
    462289850213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail46,830 miles (+2,074)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,830 miles
    Test number
    503949250205
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass44,756 miles (+2,814)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    44,756 miles
    Test number
    380757069207
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass41,942 miles (+3,453)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    41,942 miles
    Test number
    381844378215
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished slightly

  22. Pass38,489 miles (+4,036)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    38,489 miles
    Test number
    314371577279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    34,453 miles
    Test number
    322912176205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X39 JCL

Does X39 JCL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X39 JCL expired on 19 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X39 JCL?
The MOT on X39 JCL expired on 19 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X39 JCL done?
X39 JCL was recorded at 114,863 miles at its MOT on 14 Mar 2023, an average of 4,887 miles a year.
Has X39 JCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X39 JCL has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on X39 JCL 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 X39 JCL find?
X39 JCL failed its latest MOT on 14 Mar 2023 with 3 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; offside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced; supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault, and 3 more.

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