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Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,595 cc

X766 XCGMOT history

X766 XCG is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 8 Feb 2001. Its MOT expired on 4 Dec 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 104,051 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Dec 2024
Mileage
104,051 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2024
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,530 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X766 XCG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

X766 XCG was last recorded at 104,051 miles on 14 Nov 2024, 8,179 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,872 miles · 4 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
8,179 miles
Average per year
4,530 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 104,051 miles
  • 2023 – 95,872 miles
  • 2022 – 85,344 miles
  • 2021 – 76,059 miles
  • 2020 – 74,081 miles
  • 2019 – 70,052 miles
  • 2018 – 63,847 miles
  • 2017 – 58,412 miles
  • 2016 – 53,605 miles
  • 2015 – 49,011 miles
  • 2014 – 45,726 miles
  • 2013 – 42,726 miles
  • 2012 – 39,904 miles
  • 2011 – 36,012 miles
  • 2010 – 32,093 miles
  • 2009 – 29,184 miles
  • 2008 – 25,663 miles
  • 2007 – 22,199 miles
  • 2006 – 19,211 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail104,051 miles
  • 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 22 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail104,051 miles9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,051 miles
    Test number
    456049207775
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail104,051 miles (+8,179)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,051 miles
    Test number
    932587545349
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass95,872 miles (+10,528)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    95,872 miles
    Test number
    250452642033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass85,344 miles (+9,285)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    85,344 miles
    Test number
    149394104746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass76,059 miles (+1,978)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    76,059 miles
    Test number
    564719274001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass74,081 miles (+4,029)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    74,081 miles
    Test number
    292833897416
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass70,052 miles (+6,205)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    70,052 miles
    Test number
    464746053070
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass63,847 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    63,847 miles
    Test number
    554398661694
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail63,847 miles (+5,435)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,847 miles
    Test number
    344089932859
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass58,412 miles (+4,807)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    58,412 miles
    Test number
    117395154314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.1mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass53,605 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    53,605 miles
    Test number
    381589281638
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn down on inner of tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn down on inner of tread very close to cords (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside of steering rack

  12. Fail53,605 miles (+4,594)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,605 miles
    Test number
    537822870158
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn down on inner of tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn down on inner of tread very close to cords (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside of steering rack

  13. Fail49,011 miles2 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,011 miles
    Test number
    778385175072
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NotePlay in nearside of steering rack

  14. Pass49,011 miles (+3,285)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    49,011 miles
    Test number
    867215275029
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NotePlay in nearside of steering rack

  15. Pass45,726 miles5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    45,726 miles
    Test number
    125741774020
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NotePlay in nearside of steering rack

  16. Fail45,726 miles (+3,000)1 repaired5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,726 miles
    Test number
    185801674408
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NotePlay in nearside of steering rack

  17. Pass42,726 miles (+2,822)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    42,726 miles
    Test number
    758064563071
    • NoteEml on
    • NoteExhaust corroded and center poorly supported
    • NoteNo.plates poor
    • NoteSlight play in ns steering arm
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen
    • NoteTraction control light on

  18. Pass39,904 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    39,904 miles
    Test number
    487621362054
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteEml on
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen
    • NoteWater damage to no.plates

  19. Fail39,904 miles (+3,892)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,904 miles
    Test number
    177341462007
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteEml on
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen
    • NoteWater damage to no.plates

  20. Pass36,012 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    36,012 miles
    Test number
    768760861081
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEml on
    • NoteMovement in n/s steering rack

  21. Fail36,012 miles (+3,919)4 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,012 miles
    Test number
    967650461086
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEml on
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteMovement in n/s steering rack
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  22. Pass32,093 miles6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    32,093 miles
    Test number
    234400350072
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake fluid below max.
    • NoteSlight water damage to rear no.plate
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen

  23. Fail32,093 miles (+2,909)2 failures6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,093 miles
    Test number
    921849740095
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake fluid below max.
    • NoteSlight water damage to rear no.plate
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen

  24. Pass29,184 miles (+3,521)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    29,184 miles
    Test number
    144171159498
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres have age cracks allover.

  25. Pass25,663 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    25,663 miles
    Test number
    641317748063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail25,663 miles (+3,464)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,663 miles
    Test number
    252956148031
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass22,199 miles (+2,988)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    22,199 miles
    Test number
    911182157096
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass19,211 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    19,211 miles
    Test number
    164503756094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X766 XCG

Does X766 XCG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X766 XCG expired on 4 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X766 XCG?
The MOT on X766 XCG expired on 4 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X766 XCG done?
X766 XCG was recorded at 104,051 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2024, an average of 4,530 miles a year.
Has X766 XCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X766 XCG has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on X766 XCG 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 X766 XCG find?
X766 XCG failed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2024 with 9 major defects and 4 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 10 more.

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