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Red · Petrol · 2000 · 1,984 cc

X788 AKYMOT history

X788 AKY is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 29 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 21 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 30 MOT tests, with 146,354 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Oct 2027
Mileage
146,354 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
30
22 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,109 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X788 AKY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
29 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X788 AKY was last recorded at 146,354 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 2,612 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Oct 2007: 54,112 miles, lower than 72,325 miles on 6 Oct 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
143,742 miles · 3 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,612 miles
Average per year
5,109 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,354 miles
  • 2025 – 143,742 miles
  • 2024 – 141,286 miles
  • 2023 – 138,559 miles
  • 2022 – 134,984 miles
  • 2021 – 131,124 miles
  • 2020 – 126,973 miles
  • 2019 – 123,212 miles
  • 2018 – 119,609 miles
  • 2017 – 116,838 miles
  • 2016 – 113,399 miles
  • 2015 – 109,814 miles
  • 2014 – 105,844 miles
  • 2013 – 101,158 miles
  • 2012 – 94,429 miles
  • 2011 – 88,228 miles
  • 2010 – 80,799 miles
  • 2009 – 73,044 miles
  • 2008 – 64,297 miles
  • 2007 – 54,112 miles
  • 2006 – 72,325 miles
  • 2005 – 38,756 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,354 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2017–2025

  • Rear Valve stem slightly damaged nearside and offside

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 28 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,354 miles (+2,612)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    146,354 miles
    Test number
    942698727877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass143,742 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    143,742 miles
    Test number
    960837892390
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged nearside and offside (5.2.3 (j))

  3. Fail143,742 miles (+2,456)3 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,742 miles
    Test number
    624797237630
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged nearside and offside (5.2.3 (j))

  4. Pass141,286 miles (+2,727)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    141,286 miles
    Test number
    353338745599
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Nearside front, Offside front and Nearside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and is cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and is cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged Nearside and Offside (5.2.3 (j))

  5. Pass138,559 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    138,559 miles
    Test number
    997853162484
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded nearside front, offside front and nearside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged nearside and offside (5.2.3 (j))

  6. Fail138,559 miles (+3,575)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,559 miles
    Test number
    831187856241
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded nearside front, offside front and nearside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged nearside and offside (5.2.3 (j))

  7. Pass134,984 miles (+3,860)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    134,984 miles
    Test number
    435529769471
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded nearside front, offside front and nearside rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and is slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged nearside and offside (5.2.3 (j))

  8. Pass131,124 miles (+4,151)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    131,124 miles
    Test number
    666335112463
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged nearside and offside (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside front, nearside rear and offside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass126,973 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    126,973 miles
    Test number
    615909036603
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged nearside and offside (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres are cracked
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps are slightly deteriorated

  10. Fail126,973 miles (+3,761)1 dangerous1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,973 miles
    Test number
    819305786654
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged nearside and offside (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres are cracked
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps are slightly deteriorated

  11. Pass123,212 miles (+3,603)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    123,212 miles
    Test number
    131401322973
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside & offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Valve stem slightly damaged nearside & offside (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres are cracked
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps are slightly deteriorated

  12. Pass119,609 miles (+2,771)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    119,609 miles
    Test number
    968352119149
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass116,838 miles (+3,439)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    116,838 miles
    Test number
    928232099620
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres slightly cracked

  14. Pass113,399 miles (+3,585)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    113,399 miles
    Test number
    357669140539
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering rack arm has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass109,814 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    109,814 miles
    Test number
    478058941767
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParts of exhaust system deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack,both sides

  16. Fail109,824 miles (+3,980)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,824 miles
    Test number
    835270410893
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryParts of exhaust system deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack,both sides

  17. Pass105,844 miles7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    105,844 miles
    Test number
    677996284286
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteParts of exhaust system corroded
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  18. Fail105,844 miles (+4,686)2 failures7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,844 miles
    Test number
    729006384245
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteParts of exhaust system corroded
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  19. Pass101,158 miles (+6,729)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    101,158 miles
    Test number
    357163773295
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteParts of exhaust system corroded

  20. Pass94,429 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    94,429 miles
    Test number
    508423482266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  21. Fail94,429 miles (+6,201)5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,429 miles
    Test number
    709228772273
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  22. Pass88,228 miles (+7,429)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    88,228 miles
    Test number
    867405481272
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on edges

  23. Pass80,799 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    80,799 miles
    Test number
    770053070245
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  24. Fail80,799 miles (+7,755)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,799 miles
    Test number
    972503370255
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  25. Pass73,044 miles (+8,747)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    73,044 miles
    Test number
    880576889221
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass64,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    64,297 miles
    Test number
    480967478214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail64,297 miles (+10,185)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,297 miles
    Test number
    923727978284
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  28. Pass54,112 miles (-18,213)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    54,112 miles
    Test number
    541775787278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass72,325 miles (+33,569)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    72,325 miles
    Test number
    933599876287
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass38,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    38,756 miles
    Test number
    582901775220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X788 AKY

Does X788 AKY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X788 AKY is valid until 21 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X788 AKY?
The MOT on X788 AKY is valid until 21 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X788 AKY done?
X788 AKY was recorded at 146,354 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 5,109 miles a year.
Has X788 AKY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X788 AKY has failed 8 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on X788 AKY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Oct 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X788 AKY find?
X788 AKY passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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