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Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,984 cc

X72 AAHMOT history

X72 AAH is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 114,547 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
114,547 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,547 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X72 AAH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X72 AAH was last recorded at 114,547 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 8,465 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,082 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
8,465 miles
Average per year
3,547 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,547 miles
  • 2024 – 106,082 miles
  • 2023 – 98,636 miles
  • 2022 – 98,135 miles
  • 2020 – 97,780 miles
  • 2019 – 97,122 miles
  • 2017 – 94,525 miles
  • 2015 – 93,218 miles
  • 2014 – 90,649 miles
  • 2013 – 88,042 miles
  • 2012 – 84,311 miles
  • 2011 – 80,790 miles
  • 2010 – 76,858 miles
  • 2009 – 73,425 miles
  • 2008 – 68,305 miles
  • 2007 – 55,945 miles
  • 2006 – 46,603 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,547 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material complete with flexi

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,547 miles (+8,465)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    114,547 miles
    Test number
    923194437024
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass106,082 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    106,082 miles
    Test number
    709345615851
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded but not weakened
    • AdvisoryHeat shields insecure

  3. Fail106,082 miles (+7,446)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,082 miles
    Test number
    200095855983
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded but not weakened
    • AdvisoryHeat shields insecure

  4. Pass98,636 miles (+501)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    98,636 miles
    Test number
    485929302688
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass98,135 miles (+355)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    98,135 miles
    Test number
    203037196777
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bushes slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear axle slightly coroded
    • AdvisorySlight travel in foot brake
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components slightly coroded

  6. Pass97,780 miles (+658)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    97,780 miles
    Test number
    799089302759
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material complete with flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass97,122 miles (+8)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    97,122 miles
    Test number
    503120383702
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material complete with flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail97,114 miles (+2,589)1 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,114 miles
    Test number
    779224285783
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material complete with flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass94,525 miles (+1,307)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    94,525 miles
    Test number
    709977249231
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass93,218 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    93,218 miles
    Test number
    576852747094
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in inner steering rack joints

  11. Fail93,210 miles (+2,561)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,210 miles
    Test number
    774128424955
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in inner steering rack joints

  12. Pass90,649 miles (+2,607)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    90,649 miles
    Test number
    858181544264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass88,042 miles (+3,731)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    88,042 miles
    Test number
    596911643248
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass84,311 miles (+5)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    84,311 miles
    Test number
    287284642207
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Fail84,306 miles (+3,516)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,306 miles
    Test number
    516873642246
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass80,790 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    80,790 miles
    Test number
    647642141285
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cuts in tread, not to cords

  17. Fail80,790 miles (+3,932)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,790 miles
    Test number
    699802541282
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cuts in tread, not to cords

  18. Pass76,858 miles (+28)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    76,858 miles
    Test number
    464420200299
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteE.M.W.L on
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly pitted

  19. Fail76,830 miles (+3,405)5 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,830 miles
    Test number
    410306090199
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteE.M.W.L on
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly pitted

  20. Pass73,425 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    73,425 miles
    Test number
    393022309481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail73,425 miles (+5,120)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,425 miles
    Test number
    952342709265
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

  22. Pass68,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    68,305 miles
    Test number
    610005808240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail68,305 miles (+12,360)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,305 miles
    Test number
    222645408230
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Pass55,945 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    55,945 miles
    Test number
    122681807225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail55,945 miles (+9,342)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,945 miles
    Test number
    493760807244
    • FailureFront Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass46,603 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    46,603 miles
    Test number
    744772686229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X72 AAH

Does X72 AAH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X72 AAH is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on X72 AAH?
The MOT on X72 AAH is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X72 AAH done?
X72 AAH was recorded at 114,547 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 3,547 miles a year.
Has X72 AAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X72 AAH has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on X72 AAH 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 X72 AAH find?
X72 AAH passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; central exhaust mounting defective, and 8 more.

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