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Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,600 cc

X771 ECLMOT history

X771 ECL is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 6 Dec 2000. Its MOT expired on 14 Feb 2025 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 177,252 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Feb 2025
Mileage
177,252 mi
At MOT on 15 Feb 2024
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,583 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X771 ECL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
6 Dec 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

X771 ECL was last recorded at 177,252 miles on 15 Feb 2024, 2,986 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,266 miles · 6 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
2,986 miles
Average per year
6,583 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 177,252 miles
  • 2022 – 174,266 miles
  • 2021 – 171,144 miles
  • 2020 – 165,682 miles
  • 2019 – 161,970 miles
  • 2018 – 160,155 miles
  • 2016 – 153,263 miles
  • 2015 – 147,302 miles
  • 2014 – 136,792 miles
  • 2013 – 126,795 miles
  • 2012 – 116,691 miles
  • 2011 – 95,641 miles
  • 2010 – 87,728 miles
  • 2009 – 79,332 miles
  • 2008 – 74,421 miles
  • 2007 – 64,627 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,252 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Coolant leak radiator has a leak on the offside inner bottom corner

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner disc surface edges corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

31 tests since 6 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,252 miles (+2,986)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    177,252 miles
    Test number
    694095753190
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass174,266 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    174,266 miles
    Test number
    680465541326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail174,246 miles (+3,102)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,246 miles
    Test number
    791264440942
    • MajorNearside Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced under sill as marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill as marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced under sill as marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass171,144 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    171,144 miles
    Test number
    392887246993
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill ends holes

  5. Fail171,144 miles (+3,370)2 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,144 miles
    Test number
    780137702658
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill ends holes

  6. Pass167,774 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    167,774 miles
    Test number
    881759592303
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator has a leak on the offside inner bottom corner
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner disc surface edges corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail167,764 miles (+2,082)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,764 miles
    Test number
    327554462165
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt cover split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced two corrosion holes on the outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure outer side of headlight insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting underside of the end sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions tyre inside on the outside (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak radiator has a leak on the offside inner bottom corner
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner disc surface edges corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking slightly (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass165,682 miles (+3,712)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    165,682 miles
    Test number
    450357024644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass161,970 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    161,970 miles
    Test number
    520700232805
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail161,970 miles (+1,815)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,970 miles
    Test number
    679972682589
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass160,155 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    160,155 miles
    Test number
    736063389142
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front to rear brake pipe corroded under paint
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded under paint

  12. Fail160,155 miles (+6,892)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,155 miles
    Test number
    251905998835
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front to rear brake pipe corroded under paint
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded under paint

  13. Pass153,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    153,263 miles
    Test number
    359961977031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail153,249 miles (+5,776)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,249 miles
    Test number
    924775264998
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass147,473 miles (+171)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    147,473 miles
    Test number
    733044615522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass147,302 miles (+10,510)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    147,302 miles
    Test number
    185194435916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail136,792 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,792 miles
    Test number
    308493044375
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass136,792 miles (+9,997)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    136,792 miles
    Test number
    889293944361
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass126,795 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    126,795 miles
    Test number
    425324643489
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail126,794 miles (+10,103)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,794 miles
    Test number
    988644543346
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass116,691 miles (+9,224)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    116,691 miles
    Test number
    366655952395
    • NotePlay in wheels
    • NoteTyres poor

  22. Pass107,467 miles (+11,826)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    107,467 miles
    Test number
    999431822027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass95,641 miles (+7,913)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    95,641 miles
    Test number
    936227111077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside washer jet poor

  24. Pass87,728 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    87,728 miles
    Test number
    544761020005
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside rear brake slightly binding

  25. Fail87,728 miles (+8,396)1 failure5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,728 miles
    Test number
    292471720095
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside rear brake slightly binding

  26. Fail79,332 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,332 miles
    Test number
    124329029079
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres tread cracking nearside wearing uneven
    • NoteNearside wiper blade starting to split

  27. Pass79,332 miles (+4,911)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    79,332 miles
    Test number
    461109329012
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres tread cracking nearside wearing uneven
    • NoteNearside wiper blade starting to split

  28. Pass74,421 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    74,421 miles
    Test number
    484842918026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail74,373 miles (+9,746)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,373 miles
    Test number
    812479608038
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket detached
    • NoteEngine management light on

  30. Pass64,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    64,627 miles
    Test number
    523812517000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail64,627 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,627 miles
    Test number
    161486007098
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X771 ECL

Does X771 ECL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X771 ECL expired on 14 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X771 ECL?
The MOT on X771 ECL expired on 14 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X771 ECL done?
X771 ECL was recorded at 177,252 miles at its MOT on 15 Feb 2024, an average of 6,583 miles a year.
Has X771 ECL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X771 ECL has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on X771 ECL 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 X771 ECL find?
X771 ECL passed its latest MOT on 15 Feb 2024 with 4 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 1 more.

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