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Green · Petrol · 2000 · 1,984 cc

X72 YBDMOT history

X72 YBD is a green petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 15 Sept 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 105,456 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Sept 2026
Mileage
105,456 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,038 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X72 YBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X72 YBD was last recorded at 105,456 miles on 16 Sept 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,455 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,038 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 105,456 miles
  • 2024 – 101,631 miles
  • 2023 – 99,527 miles
  • 2021 – 95,023 miles
  • 2020 – 92,965 miles
  • 2019 – 90,679 miles
  • 2018 – 89,394 miles
  • 2017 – 86,239 miles
  • 2016 – 82,667 miles
  • 2015 – 78,553 miles
  • 2013 – 72,969 miles
  • 2012 – 69,230 miles
  • 2011 – 67,300 miles
  • 2010 – 65,664 miles
  • 2009 – 63,833 miles
  • 2008 – 57,875 miles
  • 2007 – 52,290 miles
  • 2006 – 47,706 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,456 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,456 miles (+1)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    105,456 miles
    Test number
    245116420924
    • MinorNearside 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))
    • 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 Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail105,455 miles (+3,824)1 major1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,455 miles
    Test number
    901945515894
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam both head lamps (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside 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))
    • 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 Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass101,631 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    101,631 miles
    Test number
    737334294574
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill damaged not corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail101,631 miles (+2,104)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,631 miles
    Test number
    681323697272
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction from mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill damaged not corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass99,527 miles (+32)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    99,527 miles
    Test number
    665631631744
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) BOTH
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail99,495 miles (+4,472)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,495 miles
    Test number
    599515091750
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect BOTH (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) BOTH
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass95,023 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    95,023 miles
    Test number
    899758648660
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail95,022 miles (+2,057)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,022 miles
    Test number
    427666203464
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass92,965 miles (+4)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    92,965 miles
    Test number
    517636025861
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail92,961 miles (+2,282)1 dangerous2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,961 miles
    Test number
    143110016209
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass90,679 miles (+1,285)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    90,679 miles
    Test number
    550933209756
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres wearing uneven on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass89,394 miles (+3,155)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    89,394 miles
    Test number
    143194499671
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play in o/s/f track rod arm
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear tyres wearing uneven on inner edges

  13. Pass86,239 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    86,239 miles
    Test number
    464502957666
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear slight play in rear axle bushes

  14. Fail86,239 miles (+3,572)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,239 miles
    Test number
    518631112143
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear slight play in rear axle bushes

  15. Pass82,667 miles (+4,114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    82,667 miles
    Test number
    348634422446
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front track rod arms

  16. Pass78,553 miles (+5,584)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    78,553 miles
    Test number
    775591305208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail72,969 miles1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,969 miles
    Test number
    377178993406
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteEngine warning light on
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  18. Pass72,969 miles (+3,739)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    72,969 miles
    Test number
    946098493282
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteEngine warning light on
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  19. Pass69,230 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    69,230 miles
    Test number
    276310302312
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NotePlay in offside of steering rack

  20. Fail69,230 miles (+1,930)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,230 miles
    Test number
    696310902321
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped
    • NotePlay in offside of steering rack

  21. Pass67,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    67,300 miles
    Test number
    225681151225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail67,300 miles (+1,636)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,300 miles
    Test number
    939721551273
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass65,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    65,664 miles
    Test number
    190585940236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail65,664 miles (+1,831)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,664 miles
    Test number
    311395540296
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  25. Pass63,833 miles (+5,958)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    63,833 miles
    Test number
    822153559215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass57,875 miles (+5,585)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    57,875 miles
    Test number
    520570658264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass52,290 miles (+4,584)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    52,290 miles
    Test number
    904593757207
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing low
    • NoteSlight play in offside of steering rack

  28. Pass47,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    47,706 miles
    Test number
    844186056246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X72 YBD

Does X72 YBD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X72 YBD expired on 15 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X72 YBD?
The MOT on X72 YBD expired on 15 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X72 YBD done?
X72 YBD was recorded at 105,456 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2025, an average of 3,038 miles a year.
Has X72 YBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X72 YBD has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on X72 YBD 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 YBD find?
X72 YBD passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; central rear stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 5 more.

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