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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,595 cc

X457 PBYMOT history

X457 PBY is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 26 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 19 Nov 2024 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 107,615 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Nov 2024
Mileage
107,615 mi
At MOT on 15 Nov 2024
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,066 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X457 PBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

X457 PBY was last recorded at 107,615 miles on 15 Nov 2024, 1,161 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,454 miles · 20 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
1,161 miles
Average per year
4,066 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 107,615 miles
  • 2023 – 106,454 miles
  • 2020 – 106,224 miles
  • 2019 – 103,442 miles
  • 2018 – 98,771 miles
  • 2017 – 93,989 miles
  • 2016 – 87,379 miles
  • 2015 – 82,686 miles
  • 2014 – 77,788 miles
  • 2013 – 72,222 miles
  • 2012 – 65,822 miles
  • 2011 – 58,059 miles
  • 2010 – 51,644 miles
  • 2009 – 47,056 miles
  • 2008 – 42,502 miles
  • 2007 – 39,547 miles
  • 2006 – 34,602 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail107,615 miles
  • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorFront Power steering pipe/hose excessively corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front front grill cracked but not insecure
  • AdvisoryNearside Front sill slightly damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear rear tyres aged 2018

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.

  • Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail107,615 miles (+1,161)1 dangerous5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,615 miles
    Test number
    541653711128
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorFront Power steering pipe/hose excessively corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front grill cracked but not insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front sill slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear rear tyres aged 2018

  2. Pass106,454 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    106,454 miles
    Test number
    551119174860
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail106,454 miles (+230)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,454 miles
    Test number
    750966060728
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass106,224 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    106,224 miles
    Test number
    237665958296
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail106,211 miles (+2,769)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,211 miles
    Test number
    799852082299
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass103,442 miles (+4,671)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    103,442 miles
    Test number
    439521412487
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective exhaust is adequately supported (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass98,771 miles (+4,782)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    98,771 miles
    Test number
    157668638123
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass93,989 miles (+6,610)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    93,989 miles
    Test number
    278173589242
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play both front steering arms

  9. Pass87,379 miles (+4,693)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    87,379 miles
    Test number
    464399481651
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass82,686 miles (+4,898)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    82,686 miles
    Test number
    856923095254
    • AdvisoryBoth inner steering rack joints have wear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake slightly binding

  11. Pass77,788 miles (+102)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    77,788 miles
    Test number
    457354244453
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area repaired, but not inappropriately (2.4.A.3)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Fail77,686 miles (+5,464)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,686 miles
    Test number
    185098734317
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass72,222 miles (+6,400)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    72,222 miles
    Test number
    439916633442
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteExhaust system,rust corrosion
    • NoteGearbox has a little oil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSome front & rear suspension components,rust corrosion
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass65,822 miles (+7,763)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    65,822 miles
    Test number
    997853032345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  15. Pass58,059 miles (+6,415)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    58,059 miles
    Test number
    236018521345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    51,644 miles
    Test number
    461426510474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail51,644 miles (+4,588)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,644 miles
    Test number
    410976410332
    • 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)

  18. Pass47,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    47,056 miles
    Test number
    451651139450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail47,056 miles (+4,554)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,056 miles
    Test number
    744891839317
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  20. Pass42,502 miles (+2,955)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    42,502 miles
    Test number
    214926728339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,547 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    39,547 miles
    Test number
    681064837315
    • NoteNsf wheel rim dented

  22. Fail39,547 miles (+4,945)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,547 miles
    Test number
    751204637386
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteNsf wheel rim dented

  23. Pass34,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    34,602 miles
    Test number
    543239236373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail34,602 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,602 miles
    Test number
    643045136323
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNsr tyre unrepairable puncture

Questions about X457 PBY

Does X457 PBY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X457 PBY expired on 19 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X457 PBY?
The MOT on X457 PBY expired on 19 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X457 PBY done?
X457 PBY was recorded at 107,615 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2024, an average of 4,066 miles a year.
Has X457 PBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X457 PBY has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on X457 PBY 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 X457 PBY find?
X457 PBY failed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 8 advisories: rear stop lamp(s) all not working; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, and 11 more.

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