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Yellow · Petrol · 2001 · 1,595 cc

Y213 TGCMOT history

Y213 TGC is a yellow petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 16 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 29 Jun 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 118,560 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jun 2026
Mileage
118,560 mi
At MOT on 27 Jun 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,078 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y213 TGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
16 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y213 TGC was last recorded at 118,560 miles on 27 Jun 2025, 2,424 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,136 miles · 28 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
2,424 miles
Average per year
4,078 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 118,560 miles
  • 2024 – 116,136 miles
  • 2023 – 115,492 miles
  • 2021 – 115,150 miles
  • 2020 – 114,484 miles
  • 2019 – 113,618 miles
  • 2018 – 112,489 miles
  • 2017 – 111,586 miles
  • 2016 – 103,995 miles
  • 2015 – 96,760 miles
  • 2014 – 90,328 miles
  • 2013 – 80,388 miles
  • 2012 – 74,820 miles
  • 2011 – 72,045 miles
  • 2009 – 65,694 miles
  • 2008 – 59,588 miles
  • 2007 – 51,061 miles
  • 2006 – 42,799 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,560 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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Brake pipes corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front lower arm bush worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Number plates deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,560 miles (+2,424)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    118,560 miles
    Test number
    639332049036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass116,136 miles (+644)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    116,136 miles
    Test number
    676285040370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass115,492 miles (+342)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    115,492 miles
    Test number
    846140032286
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroding

  4. Pass115,150 miles (+666)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    115,150 miles
    Test number
    636241568546
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroding

  5. Pass114,484 miles (+866)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    114,484 miles
    Test number
    293329379775
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear metal brake pipe marginal corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside front to rear brake pipe marginal corrosion

  6. Pass113,618 miles (+1,129)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    113,618 miles
    Test number
    141974761767
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap temporary, but sealing type

  7. Pass112,489 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    112,489 miles
    Test number
    133647370349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front lower arm bush worn
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNumber plates deteriorated

  8. Fail112,484 miles (+898)4 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,484 miles
    Test number
    939886373572
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front lower arm bush worn
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNumber plates deteriorated

  9. Pass111,586 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    111,586 miles
    Test number
    577096239808
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes and exhaust fittings deteriorating

  10. Fail111,582 miles (+7,587)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,582 miles
    Test number
    215055094227
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes and exhaust fittings deteriorating

  11. Pass103,995 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    103,995 miles
    Test number
    594174614179
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside nail in nearside rear tyre tread
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisorySteel brake pipes deteriorating

  12. Fail103,995 miles (+7,235)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,995 miles
    Test number
    717586073154
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside nail in nearside rear tyre tread
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisorySteel brake pipes deteriorating

  13. Pass96,760 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    96,760 miles
    Test number
    697751945137
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteExhaust steady bracket cracked

  14. Fail96,760 miles (+6,432)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,760 miles
    Test number
    306281445124
    • FailureParking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteExhaust steady bracket cracked

  15. Pass90,328 miles (+8)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    90,328 miles
    Test number
    409548744133
    • NoteExhaust steady bracket cracked
    • NoteSlight movement to parking brake lever

  16. Fail90,320 miles (+9,932)1 dangerous5 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,320 miles
    Test number
    397017644139
    • DangerousNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust steady bracket cracked
    • NoteManagement lamp on
    • NoteOffside rear brake slightly stiff action
    • NoteSlight movement to parking brake lever

  17. Fail80,388 miles2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,388 miles
    Test number
    209100153458
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteExhaust steady bracket cracked
    • NoteRear brakes slightly stiff action

  18. Pass80,388 miles (+5,568)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    80,388 miles
    Test number
    527890053122
    • 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)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteExhaust steady bracket cracked
    • NoteRear brakes slightly stiff action

  19. Pass74,820 miles (+2,775)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    74,820 miles
    Test number
    249725142491
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre starting to perish in side wall

  20. Pass72,045 miles (+6)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    72,045 miles
    Test number
    567337181180
    • NoteNearside front tyre deteriorated

  21. Fail72,039 miles (+6,345)8 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,039 miles
    Test number
    575495881183
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNearside front tyre deteriorated

  22. Pass65,694 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    65,694 miles
    Test number
    201760059365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail65,668 miles (+6,080)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,668 miles
    Test number
    734895349329
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass59,588 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    59,588 miles
    Test number
    201599038317
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount cracked - exhaust still secure.
    • NoteO/s/f indicator discoloured to limit.

  25. Fail59,588 miles (+8,527)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,588 miles
    Test number
    254679938380
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount cracked - exhaust still secure.
    • NoteO/s/f indicator discoloured to limit.

  26. Pass51,061 miles (+8,262)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    51,061 miles
    Test number
    422624247454
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mount deteriorating.
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn to limit on inner edge.

  27. Pass42,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    42,799 miles
    Test number
    743313136359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y213 TGC

Does Y213 TGC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y213 TGC expired on 29 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y213 TGC?
The MOT on Y213 TGC expired on 29 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y213 TGC done?
Y213 TGC was recorded at 118,560 miles at its MOT on 27 Jun 2025, an average of 4,078 miles a year.
Has Y213 TGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y213 TGC has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on Y213 TGC 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 Y213 TGC find?
Y213 TGC passed its latest MOT on 27 Jun 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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