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Beige · Petrol · 2004 · 1,398 cc

Y21 OLDMOT history

Y21 OLD is a beige petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 14 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 2 Jun 2025 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 73,958 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Jun 2025
Mileage
73,958 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,695 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y21 OLD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
14 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y21 OLD was last recorded at 73,958 miles on 3 Jun 2024, 5,032 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jun 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 May 2016: 12,495 miles, lower than 41,103 miles on 10 Jun 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,926 miles · 3 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
5,032 miles
Average per year
3,695 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 73,958 miles
  • 2023 – 68,926 miles
  • 2022 – 62,763 miles
  • 2021 – 60,096 miles
  • 2020 – 57,915 miles
  • 2019 – 55,096 miles
  • 2018 – 50,994 miles
  • 2017 – 47,537 miles
  • 2016 – 42,681 miles
  • 2015 – 41,103 miles
  • 2014 – 38,800 miles
  • 2013 – 36,860 miles
  • 2012 – 31,410 miles
  • 2011 – 23,751 miles
  • 2010 – 16,028 miles
  • 2009 – 13,978 miles
  • 2008 – 12,023 miles
  • 2007 – 10,605 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,958 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.

  • Nearside Front outer sill very corroded .But not prescribed area.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,958 miles (+5,032)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    73,958 miles
    Test number
    725962190917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass68,926 miles (+6,163)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    68,926 miles
    Test number
    816984237547
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass62,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    62,763 miles
    Test number
    781703167633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail62,763 miles (+2,667)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,763 miles
    Test number
    513700038771
    • MajorBrake pivot has restricted free movement Nearside rear brake calliper pivot (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure Rear exhaust box rubber mount off exhaust hanger and two exhaust clamps heavily corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass60,096 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    60,096 miles
    Test number
    591057291755
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Side skirt/Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail60,093 miles (+2,178)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,093 miles
    Test number
    910127034045
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/65r15 91v Powertrac (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Side skirt/Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass57,915 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    57,915 miles
    Test number
    155081820189
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Fail57,915 miles (+2,819)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,915 miles
    Test number
    829513247067
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Pass55,096 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    55,096 miles
    Test number
    679417624145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill very corroded .But not prescribed area.

  10. Fail55,096 miles (+4,102)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,096 miles
    Test number
    580145016844
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhaust rear box not attached to front pipe. (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front outer sill very corroded .But not prescribed area.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass50,994 miles (+3,457)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    50,994 miles
    Test number
    827988425049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,537 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    47,537 miles
    Test number
    989933648939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail47,537 miles (+4,856)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,537 miles
    Test number
    663982587183
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  14. Pass42,681 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    42,681 miles
    Test number
    995690019330
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Fail12,495 miles (-28,608)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,495 miles
    Test number
    814822497676
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass41,103 miles (+2,303)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    41,103 miles
    Test number
    657311765182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,800 miles (+1,940)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    38,800 miles
    Test number
    247244254459
    • NoteSlight bind offside rear brake

  18. Fail36,860 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,860 miles
    Test number
    305720933190
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs are syarting to corrode

  19. Pass36,860 miles (+5,450)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    36,860 miles
    Test number
    607590133123
    • NoteBoth front brake discs are syarting to corrode

  20. Pass31,410 miles (+7,659)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    31,410 miles
    Test number
    676410682105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,751 miles (+7,723)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    23,751 miles
    Test number
    687030981123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    16,028 miles
    Test number
    880096710115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail16,028 miles (+2,050)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,028 miles
    Test number
    214573110466
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Fail13,978 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,978 miles
    Test number
    532244519155
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteAir bag light on

  25. Pass13,978 miles (+1,955)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    13,978 miles
    Test number
    621844219133
    • NoteAir bag light on

  26. Pass12,023 miles (+1,418)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    12,023 miles
    Test number
    992482308186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass10,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    10,605 miles
    Test number
    764141807143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y21 OLD

Does Y21 OLD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y21 OLD expired on 2 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y21 OLD?
The MOT on Y21 OLD expired on 2 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y21 OLD done?
Y21 OLD was recorded at 73,958 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2024, an average of 3,695 miles a year.
Has Y21 OLD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y21 OLD has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2022.
Has the mileage on Y21 OLD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 May 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y21 OLD find?
Y21 OLD passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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