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Beige · Petrol · 2004 · 1,984 cc

Y14 MHYMOT history

Y14 MHY is a beige petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 10 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 35,432 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
35,432 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,421 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y14 MHY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
10 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y14 MHY was last recorded at 35,432 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
35,432 miles · 5 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,421 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 35,432 miles
  • 2025 – 31,019 miles
  • 2024 – 30,525 miles
  • 2023 – 29,471 miles
  • 2022 – 29,115 miles
  • 2021 – 28,736 miles
  • 2020 – 28,284 miles
  • 2019 – 27,150 miles
  • 2018 – 25,722 miles
  • 2017 – 24,663 miles
  • 2016 – 23,667 miles
  • 2015 – 22,069 miles
  • 2014 – 20,892 miles
  • 2013 – 19,865 miles
  • 2012 – 18,819 miles
  • 2011 – 17,521 miles
  • 2010 – 15,442 miles
  • 2009 – 13,258 miles
  • 2008 – 10,697 miles
  • 2007 – 8,521 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass35,432 miles
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside & Offside (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Nearside & Offside (1.1.15 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside & Offside (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory10 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor5 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts both rears and os/ns front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded both fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Coil spring corroded both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Coil spring corroded both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 3 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass35,432 miles2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    35,432 miles
    Test number
    489685963835
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside & Offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Nearside & Offside (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside & Offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail35,432 miles (+4,413)1 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,432 miles
    Test number
    131903160989
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside & Offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Nearside & Offside (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside & Offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass31,019 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    31,019 miles
    Test number
    657652403765
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts both rears and os/ns front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail31,019 miles (+494)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,019 miles
    Test number
    589741283924
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts both rears and os/ns front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass30,525 miles (+1,054)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    30,525 miles
    Test number
    920511914361
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  6. Pass29,471 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    29,471 miles
    Test number
    826611668446
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail29,471 miles (+356)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,471 miles
    Test number
    880886484022
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass29,115 miles (+379)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    29,115 miles
    Test number
    353961548521
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass28,736 miles (+452)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    28,736 miles
    Test number
    369758455196
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sill area starting to corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sill area starting to corroded

  10. Pass28,284 miles (+1,134)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    28,284 miles
    Test number
    847332869525
    • AdvisoryBoth rear coil springs very rusty
    • AdvisoryO/s/f shock absorber cover twisted and split
    • AdvisorySlight condensation in both front headlights
    • AdvisoryStone chip damage n/s/f lower screen area

  11. Pass27,150 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    27,150 miles
    Test number
    253700435667
    • AdvisorySmall stone chip n/s/f lower glass area

  12. Fail27,150 miles (+1,428)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,150 miles
    Test number
    761881720969
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySmall stone chip n/s/f lower glass area

  13. Pass25,722 miles (+1,059)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    25,722 miles
    Test number
    475584640225
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre bracket broken but system still adequately supported
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass24,663 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    24,663 miles
    Test number
    198244361970
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken but system still secure
    • AdvisoryNearside seat back release lever broken off, access gained through offside
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre badly perished

  15. Fail24,662 miles (+995)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,662 miles
    Test number
    363043734702
    • FailureCentral Stop lamp insecure (1.2.1a)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken but system still secure
    • AdvisoryNearside seat back release lever broken off, access gained through offside
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre badly perished

  16. Pass23,667 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    23,667 miles
    Test number
    325871667551
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat tilt handle broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Fail23,667 miles (+1,598)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,667 miles
    Test number
    932633477341
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat tilt handle broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass22,069 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    22,069 miles
    Test number
    667671845062
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail22,069 miles (+1,177)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,069 miles
    Test number
    355310645062
    • FailureCentre Upper Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass20,892 miles (+1,027)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    20,892 miles
    Test number
    138965854018
    • NoteSurface corrosion on front & rear brake discs

  21. Pass19,865 miles (+1,046)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    19,865 miles
    Test number
    795668673047
    • AdvisoryStop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly rusty

  22. Pass18,819 miles (+1,298)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    18,819 miles
    Test number
    328878482062
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteHigh level stop light led not working
    • NoteNearside rear handbrake lever not returning to stop on calipier

  23. Pass17,521 miles (+2,079)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    17,521 miles
    Test number
    158764681477
    • NoteN/S/R HANDBRAKE LEVER STARTING TO SEIZE SLIGHTLY
    • NoteSTONE CHIP IN FRONT SCREEN WITHIN 40mm TOLERANCE

  24. Pass15,442 miles (+2,184)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    15,442 miles
    Test number
    763628780054
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  25. Pass13,258 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    13,258 miles
    Test number
    401053499014
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear caliper handbrake lever/cable slightly sticking.

  26. PassMileage not read2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    604556888084
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly rusty on edges
    • NoteNnearside rear handbrake lever on calipier sticking

  27. Fail10,697 miles (+2,176)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,697 miles
    Test number
    873916388050
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly rusty on edges
    • NoteNnearside rear handbrake lever on calipier sticking

  28. Pass8,521 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    8,521 miles
    Test number
    574603297029
    • NoteSplit in offside front outer tyre wall.

  29. Fail8,521 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,521 miles
    Test number
    984753397074
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteSplit in offside front outer tyre wall.

Questions about Y14 MHY

Does Y14 MHY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y14 MHY is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y14 MHY?
The MOT on Y14 MHY is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y14 MHY done?
Y14 MHY was recorded at 35,432 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 1,421 miles a year.
Has Y14 MHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y14 MHY has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y14 MHY 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 Y14 MHY find?
Y14 MHY passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 8 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; front coil spring corroded nearside & offside, and 7 more.

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