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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 2,000 cc

X446 OFCMOT history

X446 OFC is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 18 Dec 2023 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 188,255 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Dec 2023
Mileage
188,255 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,622 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X446 OFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

X446 OFC was last recorded at 188,255 miles on 25 Jun 2024, 6,902 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,353 miles · 19 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
6,902 miles
Average per year
6,622 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 188,255 miles
  • 2022 – 181,353 miles
  • 2021 – 165,258 miles
  • 2020 – 154,166 miles
  • 2019 – 150,249 miles
  • 2018 – 149,911 miles
  • 2017 – 148,580 miles
  • 2016 – 146,940 miles
  • 2015 – 143,173 miles
  • 2014 – 141,902 miles
  • 2013 – 140,416 miles
  • 2012 – 140,203 miles
  • 2011 – 138,044 miles
  • 2010 – 128,722 miles
  • 2009 – 116,243 miles
  • 2008 – 102,958 miles
  • 2007 – 91,377 miles
  • 2006 – 77,649 miles
  • 2005 – 64,780 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail188,255 miles
  • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front top mount play
  • AdvisoryNearside Front undertray broken
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake grabbing
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front top mount play
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake grabbing
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber knocking
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
  • AdvisoryExhaust system hitting body

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2006–2014

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f n/s/f

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail188,255 miles (+6,902)1 dangerous14 major3 minor21 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,255 miles
    Test number
    470563396087
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top mount play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front undertray broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake grabbing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top mount play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake grabbing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber knocking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system hitting body

  2. Pass181,353 miles (+53)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    181,353 miles
    Test number
    542370972548
    • AdvisoryE.M.L. warning light on
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s/f n/s/f (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f n/s/f worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/r n/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s/r n/s/r (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail181,300 miles (+16,042)4 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,300 miles
    Test number
    667563488382
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened o/s/f n/s/f (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/f n/s/f worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/r n/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s/r n/s/r (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass165,258 miles (+52)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    165,258 miles
    Test number
    971599064345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail165,206 miles (+11,040)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,206 miles
    Test number
    781194299501
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner and outer sill corroded/holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner and outer sill corroded/holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front strut upper mountings

  6. Pass154,166 miles (+3,917)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    154,166 miles
    Test number
    935426778889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass150,249 miles (+338)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    150,249 miles
    Test number
    480477296229
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack not into swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip x3 (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass149,911 miles (+1,331)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    149,911 miles
    Test number
    451322182628
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Slight crack offside lower (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer sillpannel (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Outer sillpannel (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  9. Pass148,580 miles (+1,640)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    148,580 miles
    Test number
    118402664967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass146,940 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    146,940 miles
    Test number
    965996125169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryOffside rear coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  11. Fail146,936 miles (+3,763)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,936 miles
    Test number
    510272755396
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
    • AdvisoryOffside rear coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  12. Pass143,173 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    143,173 miles
    Test number
    837138610225
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail143,173 miles (+1,271)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,173 miles
    Test number
    565483065673
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass141,902 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    141,902 miles
    Test number
    297162904358
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Fail141,902 miles (+1,486)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,902 miles
    Test number
    907822904315
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass140,416 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    140,416 miles
    Test number
    166333203328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  17. Fail140,416 miles (+213)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,416 miles
    Test number
    368013003307
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  18. Pass140,203 miles (+2,159)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    140,203 miles
    Test number
    286644502355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing low on edges
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing low on inner edge
    • NoteRear brake discs getting corroded

  19. Pass138,044 miles (+9,322)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    138,044 miles
    Test number
    675217671239
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • NoteBrake discs corroded
    • NoteFront tyres getting worn on inner edge
    • NoteNearside tyres on 3mm tread depth
    • NoteSome damage to windscreen

  20. Pass128,722 miles (+12,479)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    128,722 miles
    Test number
    364868490466
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass116,243 miles (+13,285)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    116,243 miles
    Test number
    614831289280
    • NoteNearside front tyre on legal limit
    • NoteOffside front tyre close to legal limit
    • NoteWindscreen damaged

  22. Pass102,958 miles (+11,581)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    102,958 miles
    Test number
    131088878279
    • NoteSome damage to windscreen

  23. Pass91,377 miles (+13,728)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    91,377 miles
    Test number
    563786287233
    • NoteMiddle exhaust mounting worn
    • NoteOffside rear tyre getting worn on inner edge

  24. Pass77,649 miles (+12,869)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    77,649 miles
    Test number
    772316886215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass64,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    64,780 miles
    Test number
    521005305375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X446 OFC

Does X446 OFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X446 OFC expired on 18 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X446 OFC?
The MOT on X446 OFC expired on 18 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X446 OFC done?
X446 OFC was recorded at 188,255 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2024, an average of 6,622 miles a year.
Has X446 OFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X446 OFC has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on X446 OFC 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 X446 OFC find?
X446 OFC failed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 14 major defects, 3 minor defects and 21 advisories: rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended.; emissions unable to be completed, and 36 more.

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