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Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,984 cc

X448 UYDMOT history

X448 UYD is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 15 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 78,155 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
78,155 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,730 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X448 UYD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
15 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X448 UYD was last recorded at 78,155 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 984 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 May 2015: 66,962 miles, lower than 67,300 miles on 1 May 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
77,171 miles · 17 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
984 miles
Average per year
1,730 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 78,155 miles
  • 2024 – 77,171 miles
  • 2023 – 76,639 miles
  • 2022 – 75,890 miles
  • 2021 – 75,429 miles
  • 2020 – 74,811 miles
  • 2019 – 73,665 miles
  • 2018 – 72,657 miles
  • 2017 – 72,172 miles
  • 2016 – 71,176 miles
  • 2015 – 66,962 miles
  • 2014 – 67,300 miles
  • 2013 – 65,404 miles
  • 2012 – 63,512 miles
  • 2011 – 61,576 miles
  • 2010 – 58,448 miles
  • 2008 – 54,989 miles
  • 2007 – 47,051 miles
  • 2006 – 44,311 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,155 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine cover fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    78,155 miles
    Test number
    669849124502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail78,155 miles (+984)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,155 miles
    Test number
    453333135729
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass77,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    77,171 miles
    Test number
    915594443156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail77,170 miles (+531)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,170 miles
    Test number
    672747261644
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass76,639 miles (+749)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    76,639 miles
    Test number
    920138589542
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass75,890 miles (+461)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    75,890 miles
    Test number
    746673653191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass75,429 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    75,429 miles
    Test number
    472481597214
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail75,421 miles (+610)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,421 miles
    Test number
    432885384201
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass74,811 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    74,811 miles
    Test number
    461693115600
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail74,810 miles (+1,145)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,810 miles
    Test number
    881860473771
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass73,665 miles (+1,008)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,665 miles
    Test number
    180547594717
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass72,657 miles (+485)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    72,657 miles
    Test number
    907498301711
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass72,172 miles (+996)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    72,172 miles
    Test number
    523572970136
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass71,176 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    71,176 miles
    Test number
    351515207306
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryMil on
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  15. Fail71,174 miles (+4,212)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,174 miles
    Test number
    994310616090
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement back bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryMil on
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  16. Pass66,962 miles (-338)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    66,962 miles
    Test number
    736140045107
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteEngine management light on

  17. Pass67,300 miles (+1,896)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    67,300 miles
    Test number
    925801924172
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  18. Pass65,404 miles (+1,892)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    65,404 miles
    Test number
    476457733187
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass63,512 miles (+1,936)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    63,512 miles
    Test number
    506772942178
    • NoteDrivers door mirror glass cracked.

  20. Pass61,576 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    61,576 miles
    Test number
    526554401181
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteOffside rear view mirror damaged, but not affecting the rear view

  21. Fail61,576 miles (+3,128)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,576 miles
    Test number
    365644801164
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteOffside rear view mirror damaged, but not affecting the rear view

  22. Pass58,448 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    58,448 miles
    Test number
    524917920036
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Fail58,448 miles (+3,459)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,448 miles
    Test number
    882127220099
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass54,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    54,989 miles
    Test number
    141015348355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail54,989 miles (+7,938)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,989 miles
    Test number
    873194848321
    • 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)

  26. Pass47,051 miles (+2,740)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    47,051 miles
    Test number
    914724947302
    • NoteSpare tyre defective

  27. Pass44,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    44,311 miles
    Test number
    194935946132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X448 UYD

Does X448 UYD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X448 UYD is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on X448 UYD?
The MOT on X448 UYD is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X448 UYD done?
X448 UYD was recorded at 78,155 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 1,730 miles a year.
Has X448 UYD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X448 UYD has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on X448 UYD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 May 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X448 UYD find?
X448 UYD passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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