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Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,984 cc

X798 DPNMOT history

X798 DPN is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 15 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 10 Mar 2023 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 110,035 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Mar 2023
Mileage
110,035 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2023
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,221 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X798 DPN
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
15 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

X798 DPN was last recorded at 110,035 miles on 27 Mar 2023, 4,441 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,594 miles · 4 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
4,441 miles
Average per year
4,221 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 110,035 miles
  • 2022 – 105,594 miles
  • 2021 – 99,548 miles
  • 2019 – 96,057 miles
  • 2018 – 92,741 miles
  • 2017 – 90,920 miles
  • 2016 – 88,168 miles
  • 2014 – 84,400 miles
  • 2013 – 79,400 miles
  • 2012 – 68,348 miles
  • 2011 – 57,930 miles
  • 2010 – 54,026 miles
  • 2009 – 50,933 miles
  • 2008 – 49,332 miles
  • 2007 – 46,030 miles
  • 2006 – 40,184 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail110,035 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Lower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail110,035 miles (+4,441)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,035 miles
    Test number
    275719190986
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass105,594 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    105,594 miles
    Test number
    578653151344
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail105,594 miles (+6,046)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,594 miles
    Test number
    666038193376
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass99,548 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    99,548 miles
    Test number
    418009333432
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

  5. Fail99,533 miles (+3,476)3 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,533 miles
    Test number
    795688565298
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall torn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall torn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements delaminated (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass96,057 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    96,057 miles
    Test number
    855981364328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail96,049 miles (+3,308)5 major1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,049 miles
    Test number
    131224546105
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass92,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    92,741 miles
    Test number
    984875129012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail92,741 miles (+1)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,741 miles
    Test number
    949170752280
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated pad cable connection / plug (1.1.13 (a) (i))

  10. Fail92,740 miles (+1,820)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,740 miles
    Test number
    607883636922
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass90,920 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    90,920 miles
    Test number
    865795356006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald tread depth edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald tread edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis lower outer sill section damaged (6.1.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Nail in tyre both nearside & offside low level pressures
    • AdvisoryBrake level indicator displayed
    • AdvisoryEngine management light displayed

  12. Fail90,920 miles (+2,752)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,920 miles
    Test number
    887765933671
    • Repaired at testFront Direction indicator incorrect colour nearside & offside (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald tread depth edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald tread edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Body has slight displacement of the body relative to the chassis lower outer sill section damaged (6.1.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Nail in tyre both nearside & offside low level pressures
    • AdvisoryBrake level indicator displayed
    • AdvisoryEngine management light displayed

  13. Pass88,168 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    88,168 miles
    Test number
    356831815967
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail88,168 miles (+3,768)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,168 miles
    Test number
    428354436795
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass84,400 miles (+5,000)9 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    84,400 miles
    Test number
    807314804344
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower 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 Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre low tread

  16. Pass79,400 miles (+11,052)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    79,400 miles
    Test number
    329954303329
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass68,348 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    68,348 miles
    Test number
    125415762252
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn unevenly/cracked & perished
    • NoteChip in screen
    • NoteNail in tread n/s/r tyre

  18. Fail68,348 miles (+10,418)2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,348 miles
    Test number
    296625462260
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn unevenly/cracked & perished
    • NoteChip in screen
    • NoteNail in tread n/s/r tyre

  19. Pass57,930 miles (+3,904)3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    57,930 miles
    Test number
    989467861295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear road springs corroded
    • NoteChild seat fitted to n/s/r seat
    • NoteChild seat fitted to o/s/r seat
    • NoteNail in n/s/r tyre
    • NoteNail in o/s/f tyre
    • NoteNail in o/s/r tyre

  20. Pass54,026 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    54,026 miles
    Test number
    354121480491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine check lamp on
    • NoteFront number plate beggining to deteriate
    • NoteScrew in near side rear tyre
    • NoteSlight play in both front top mounts

  21. Fail54,026 miles (+3,093)2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,026 miles
    Test number
    173838670269
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine check lamp on
    • NoteFront number plate beggining to deteriate
    • NoteScrew in near side rear tyre
    • NoteSlight play in both front top mounts

  22. Pass50,933 miles (+1,601)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    50,933 miles
    Test number
    931078759254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,332 miles (+3,302)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    49,332 miles
    Test number
    144269558264
    • NoteFront shock absorbers dust covers split
    • NoteFront wipers split
    • NoteN/s/f top shock absorber mount has slight freeplay

  24. Pass46,030 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    46,030 miles
    Test number
    773286857212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail46,028 miles (+5,844)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,028 miles
    Test number
    472105657272
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass40,184 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    40,184 miles
    Test number
    294841656298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X798 DPN

Does X798 DPN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X798 DPN expired on 10 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X798 DPN?
The MOT on X798 DPN expired on 10 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X798 DPN done?
X798 DPN was recorded at 110,035 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2023, an average of 4,221 miles a year.
Has X798 DPN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X798 DPN has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on X798 DPN 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 X798 DPN find?
X798 DPN failed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; nearside front headlamp lens seriously defective, and 6 more.

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