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Yellow · Petrol · 2000 · 1,984 cc

X448 OUDMOT history

X448 OUD is a yellow petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 28 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jun 2027 and it has passed 22 of 36 MOT tests, with 162,937 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jun 2027
Mileage
162,937 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2026
MOT tests
36
22 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,617 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X448 OUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X448 OUD was last recorded at 162,937 miles on 3 Jun 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,926 miles · 28 May 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
5,617 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,937 miles
  • 2025 – 156,399 miles
  • 2024 – 150,914 miles
  • 2023 – 144,135 miles
  • 2022 – 138,770 miles
  • 2021 – 132,871 miles
  • 2020 – 125,568 miles
  • 2019 – 120,033 miles
  • 2018 – 113,414 miles
  • 2017 – 106,440 miles
  • 2016 – 98,469 miles
  • 2015 – 90,589 miles
  • 2014 – 83,132 miles
  • 2013 – 74,309 miles
  • 2012 – 71,196 miles
  • 2011 – 68,563 miles
  • 2010 – 67,286 miles
  • 2009 – 66,384 miles
  • 2008 – 65,871 miles
  • 2007 – 61,817 miles
  • 2006 – 58,315 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,937 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing close to excessive (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm of tread remaining (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front brake pad wire not connected n/s/f Warning light On

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill underside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

36 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,937 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    162,937 miles
    Test number
    853800475419
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing close to excessive (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm of tread remaining (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail162,926 miles (+6,527)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,926 miles
    Test number
    164063767053
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated close to excessive (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing close to excessive (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm of tread remaining (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened close to excessively worn/thin (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass156,399 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    156,399 miles
    Test number
    379907323047
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing close to excessive (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail156,386 miles (+5,472)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,386 miles
    Test number
    225425275419
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened axle assembly, on the nearside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated seeping slightly (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing close to excessive (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass150,914 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    150,914 miles
    Test number
    629005908845
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pad wire not connected n/s/f Warning light On
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill underside (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  6. Fail150,911 miles (+6,776)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,911 miles
    Test number
    324137288910
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pad wire not connected n/s/f Warning light On
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill underside (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  7. Pass144,135 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    144,135 miles
    Test number
    825487403412
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail144,112 miles (+5,342)13 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,112 miles
    Test number
    444635069894
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault ABS Warning light staying ON (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt play in joint (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded to rear axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill pannel badly corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect No beam pattern (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded to rear axle (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill pannel badly corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass138,770 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    138,770 miles
    Test number
    833307085041
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear axle front mounting bush area is corroded badly but not excessive, advise on monitoring corrosion at this area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded More so at lower attachment area (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive At rear of engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail138,770 miles (+5,899)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,770 miles
    Test number
    957117913335
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear axle front mounting bush area is corroded badly but not excessive, advise on monitoring corrosion at this area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded More so at lower attachment area (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive At rear of engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass132,871 miles (+69)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    132,871 miles
    Test number
    464970946960
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated At joint inner clip area (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle is corroded especially at front bush mounting areas but not considered excessive at time of inspection
  12. Fail132,802 miles (+7,234)2 dangerous4 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,802 miles
    Test number
    492228160224
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated At joint inner clip area (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle is corroded especially at front bush mounting areas but not considered excessive at time of inspection
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower suspension arms rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  13. Pass125,568 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    125,568 miles
    Test number
    663539627209
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are wearing thin on inner edges
  14. Fail125,568 miles (+5,535)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,568 miles
    Test number
    895457142906
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are wearing thin on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Sill is rotted badly but is not within a prescribed area at time of inspection
  15. Pass120,033 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    120,033 miles
    Test number
    774959388752
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))
  16. Fail120,033 miles (+6,619)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,033 miles
    Test number
    550733668838
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))
  17. Pass113,414 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    113,414 miles
    Test number
    924927067338
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  18. Fail113,414 miles (+6,974)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,414 miles
    Test number
    586845608866
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Corroded on inside and brake pads not making full contact with brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  19. Pass106,440 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    106,440 miles
    Test number
    250272950985
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are getting close to the wear indicators
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Inner securing clamp area (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisorySmall gear oil leak at offside input shaft seal area
  20. Fail106,440 miles (+7,971)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,440 miles
    Test number
    440487606933
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres are getting close to the wear indicators
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Inner securing clamp area (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear service brake application is slightly uneven
    • AdvisorySmall gear oil leak at offside input shaft seal area
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front corroded and worn slightly (3.5.1i)
  21. Pass98,469 miles (+7,880)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    98,469 miles
    Test number
    923000110909
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  22. Pass90,589 miles (+7,457)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    90,589 miles
    Test number
    666999555123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  23. Pass83,132 miles (+8,823)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    83,132 miles
    Test number
    256764584465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass74,309 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    74,309 miles
    Test number
    945987383141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail74,305 miles (+3,109)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,305 miles
    Test number
    955202383188
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  26. Pass71,196 miles (+2,633)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    71,196 miles
    Test number
    416359912217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass68,563 miles (+1,277)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    68,563 miles
    Test number
    757035821273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass67,286 miles (+902)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    67,286 miles
    Test number
    560092620204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside Rear tyre Bridgestone 205/55R16 6-8-6 mm
    • NoteNearside front tyre Bridgestone 205/55R16 6-8-6 mm
    • NoteOffside Front tyre Bridgestone 205/55R16 6-8-6 mm
    • NoteOffside Rear tyre Bridgestone 205/55R16 6-8-6 mm
  29. Pass66,384 miles (+513)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    66,384 miles
    Test number
    760659329290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass65,871 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    65,871 miles
    Test number
    204114358378
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/r brake hose ferrules are slightly corroded
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/r tyres perishing
  31. Fail65,871 miles (+4,054)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,871 miles
    Test number
    103183358383
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/r brake hose ferrules are slightly corroded
    • NoteN/s/r and o/s/r tyres perishing
  32. Pass61,817 miles (+3,502)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    61,817 miles
    Test number
    234017747351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail58,315 miles2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,315 miles
    Test number
    453732756475
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside front tyre perished between tread
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished between tread
    • NoteOffside tyre perished between tread
  34. Pass58,315 miles (+9,382)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    58,315 miles
    Test number
    894672756329
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside front tyre perished between tread
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished between tread
    • NoteOffside tyre perished between tread
  35. Pass48,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    48,933 miles
    Test number
    162216046079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail48,933 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,933 miles
    Test number
    182326846097
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Questions about X448 OUD

Does X448 OUD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X448 OUD is valid until 4 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on X448 OUD?
The MOT on X448 OUD is valid until 4 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X448 OUD done?
X448 OUD was recorded at 162,937 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2026, an average of 5,617 miles a year.
Has X448 OUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X448 OUD has failed 14 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2026.
Has the mileage on X448 OUD 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 X448 OUD find?
X448 OUD passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing close to excessive; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm of tread remaining.

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