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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

X79 APYMOT history

X79 APY is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 4 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Jan 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 100,888 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Jan 2023
Mileage
100,888 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,676 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X79 APY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
4 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

X79 APY was last recorded at 100,888 miles on 14 Jan 2023, 559 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,329 miles · 18 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
559 miles
Average per year
3,676 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 100,888 miles
  • 2022 – 100,329 miles
  • 2021 – 100,056 miles
  • 2019 – 99,593 miles
  • 2018 – 94,502 miles
  • 2016 – 91,554 miles
  • 2015 – 87,790 miles
  • 2014 – 83,199 miles
  • 2013 – 75,161 miles
  • 2011 – 71,654 miles
  • 2010 – 68,986 miles
  • 2009 – 60,884 miles
  • 2007 – 56,047 miles
  • 2005 – 38,242 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail100,888 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFuel system component leaking filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail100,888 miles (+559)2 dangerous10 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,888 miles
    Test number
    107158274256
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass100,329 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    100,329 miles
    Test number
    685711260259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail100,329 miles (+273)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,329 miles
    Test number
    999144923558
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass100,056 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    100,056 miles
    Test number
    924084894400
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 16% (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail100,056 miles (+463)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,056 miles
    Test number
    263069400732
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 16% (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass99,593 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    99,593 miles
    Test number
    823747434833
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail99,593 miles (+2,008)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,593 miles
    Test number
    725317377978
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center pipe snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass97,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    97,585 miles
    Test number
    115955381587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail97,585 miles (+3,083)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,585 miles
    Test number
    321846466600
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass94,502 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    94,502 miles
    Test number
    221911788087
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail94,502 miles (+2,948)1 dangerous6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,502 miles
    Test number
    147068409689
    • DangerousNearside Rear Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass91,554 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    91,554 miles
    Test number
    985598474368
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail91,554 miles (+3,764)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,554 miles
    Test number
    913190292576
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass87,790 miles (+4,591)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    87,790 miles
    Test number
    486620149480
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  15. Pass83,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    83,199 miles
    Test number
    849907354337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail83,199 miles (+4,468)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,199 miles
    Test number
    108847054300
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass78,731 miles (+3,570)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    78,731 miles
    Test number
    468736704027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass75,161 miles (+3,507)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    75,161 miles
    Test number
    939003303024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass71,654 miles (+2,668)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    71,654 miles
    Test number
    616623961389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass68,986 miles (+3,829)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    68,986 miles
    Test number
    373815160305
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass65,157 miles (+4,273)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    65,157 miles
    Test number
    280335900064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass60,884 miles (+4,837)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    60,884 miles
    Test number
    472502109020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass56,047 miles (+5,684)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    56,047 miles
    Test number
    494751857426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass50,363 miles (+12,121)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    50,363 miles
    Test number
    962792207015
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass38,242 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    38,242 miles
    Test number
    472414565350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X79 APY

Does X79 APY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X79 APY expired on 17 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X79 APY?
The MOT on X79 APY expired on 17 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X79 APY done?
X79 APY was recorded at 100,888 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2023, an average of 3,676 miles a year.
Has X79 APY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X79 APY has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on X79 APY 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 X79 APY find?
X79 APY failed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2023 with 2 dangerous defects and 10 major defects: nearside rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened; offside rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, and 9 more.

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