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Volkswagen Beetle

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

Y17 GHTMOT history

Y17 GHT is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 15 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 120,021 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 May 2027
Mileage
120,021 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,238 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y17 GHT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y17 GHT was last recorded at 120,021 miles on 11 May 2026, 12,243 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,778 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
12,243 miles
Average per year
6,238 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,021 miles
  • 2025 – 107,778 miles
  • 2024 – 105,157 miles
  • 2023 – 97,790 miles
  • 2022 – 95,660 miles
  • 2021 – 92,252 miles
  • 2020 – 88,701 miles
  • 2019 – 83,167 miles
  • 2018 – 77,027 miles
  • 2017 – 69,354 miles
  • 2016 – 63,456 miles
  • 2015 – 56,832 miles
  • 2014 – 49,363 miles
  • 2013 – 41,539 miles
  • 2012 – 31,708 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,021 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear rear axle bushes slightly perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 14 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,021 miles (+12,243)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    120,021 miles
    Test number
    171521257182
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass107,778 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    107,778 miles
    Test number
    369811253732
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Fail107,778 miles (+2,621)1 dangerous4 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,778 miles
    Test number
    162136224010
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Pass105,157 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    105,157 miles
    Test number
    369461967382
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle bushes slightly perished

  5. Fail105,157 miles (+7,367)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,157 miles
    Test number
    640754874117
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working in mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle bushes slightly perished

  6. Pass97,790 miles (+2,130)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    97,790 miles
    Test number
    444400823726
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass95,660 miles (+3,408)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    95,660 miles
    Test number
    342538838282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass92,252 miles (+3,551)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    92,252 miles
    Test number
    513484333062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass88,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    88,701 miles
    Test number
    284949473675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail88,701 miles (+5,534)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,701 miles
    Test number
    752581442455
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass83,167 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    83,167 miles
    Test number
    931280610835
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail83,167 miles (+6,140)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,167 miles
    Test number
    804293698788
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass77,027 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    77,027 miles
    Test number
    863885494607
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail77,027 miles (+7,673)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,027 miles
    Test number
    807003128865
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass69,354 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    69,354 miles
    Test number
    307206755072
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail69,354 miles (+5,898)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,354 miles
    Test number
    657870611616
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both side (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass63,456 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    63,456 miles
    Test number
    140057474574
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Fail65,456 miles (+8,624)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,456 miles
    Test number
    857607718483
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both side (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront damaged
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Pass56,832 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    56,832 miles
    Test number
    618972875085
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront registration number plate damaged.

  20. Fail56,832 miles (+7,469)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,832 miles
    Test number
    879092475038
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFront registration number plate damaged.

  21. Pass49,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    49,363 miles
    Test number
    277574884064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail49,363 miles (+7,824)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,363 miles
    Test number
    166014384094
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  23. Pass41,539 miles (+9,831)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    41,539 miles
    Test number
    687853073027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail31,708 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,708 miles
    Test number
    167744972029
    • Repaired at testFront Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  25. Pass31,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    31,708 miles
    Test number
    829564272063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y17 GHT

Does Y17 GHT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y17 GHT is valid until 15 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y17 GHT?
The MOT on Y17 GHT is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y17 GHT done?
Y17 GHT was recorded at 120,021 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 6,238 miles a year.
Has Y17 GHT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y17 GHT has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on Y17 GHT 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 Y17 GHT find?
Y17 GHT passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective.

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