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Black · Petrol · 2000 · 1,984 cc

X443 EGJMOT history

X443 EGJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 25 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 18 Jul 2023 and it has passed 11 of 18 MOT tests, with 98,653 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jul 2023
Mileage
98,653 mi
At MOT on 19 Jul 2022
MOT tests
18
11 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,478 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X443 EGJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
25 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X443 EGJ was last recorded at 98,653 miles on 19 Jul 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,652 miles · 5 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,478 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 98,653 miles
  • 2018 – 89,982 miles
  • 2017 – 79,656 miles
  • 2015 – 76,645 miles
  • 2014 – 72,704 miles
  • 2013 – 68,334 miles
  • 2012 – 65,714 miles
  • 2011 – 58,558 miles
  • 2009 – 47,011 miles
  • 2008 – 36,952 miles
  • 2007 – 31,289 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,653 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear and to flexies (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush N/S and O/S top mounts (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))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.

  • Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

18 tests since 3 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,653 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    98,653 miles
    Test number
    396529309833
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear and to flexies (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush N/S and O/S top mounts (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail98,652 miles (+8,670)1 dangerous9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,652 miles
    Test number
    293412885530
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass89,982 miles (+10,326)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    89,982 miles
    Test number
    818347375260
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres close to limit
    • AdvisorySome movement in both front top mounts
    • AdvisorySome play in both front inner steering arm joints

  4. Pass79,656 miles (+3,011)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    79,656 miles
    Test number
    761966671906
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre mounting bracket insecure

  5. Pass76,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    76,645 miles
    Test number
    421698547217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail76,644 miles (+3,940)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,644 miles
    Test number
    321236007778
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's airbag obviously defective AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS ON (5.4.1)

  7. Pass72,704 miles (+4,370)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    72,704 miles
    Test number
    765055474209
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteSlight oil leak from gearbox area

  8. Pass68,334 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    68,334 miles
    Test number
    226269863282
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking around outer edge of sidewall
    • NoteSmall stone chips nearside of screen

  9. Fail68,333 miles (+2,619)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,333 miles
    Test number
    915269363211
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking around outer edge of sidewall
    • NoteSmall stone chips nearside of screen

  10. Pass65,714 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    65,714 miles
    Test number
    377988372244
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteAirbaglight stays on

  11. Fail65,712 miles (+7,154)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,712 miles
    Test number
    526988072296
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSpare tyre defective
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteAirbaglight stays on

  12. Pass58,558 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    58,558 miles
    Test number
    966173681050
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteCenter exhaust support bracket broken
    • NoteOffside rear shock obsober bump stop perrished

  13. Fail58,558 miles (+11,547)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,558 miles
    Test number
    917313981053
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteCenter exhaust support bracket broken
    • NoteOffside rear shock obsober bump stop perrished

  14. Pass47,011 miles (+10,059)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    47,011 miles
    Test number
    694955079239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail36,952 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,952 miles
    Test number
    652135078229
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass36,952 miles (+5,663)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    36,952 miles
    Test number
    832995678294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    31,289 miles
    Test number
    200834287134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail31,289 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,289 miles
    Test number
    474924187127
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about X443 EGJ

Does X443 EGJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X443 EGJ expired on 18 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X443 EGJ?
The MOT on X443 EGJ expired on 18 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X443 EGJ done?
X443 EGJ was recorded at 98,653 miles at its MOT on 19 Jul 2022, an average of 4,478 miles a year.
Has X443 EGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X443 EGJ has failed 7 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on X443 EGJ 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 X443 EGJ find?
X443 EGJ passed its latest MOT on 19 Jul 2022 with 7 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear and to flexies; front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush n/s and o/s top mounts; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 4 more.

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