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Beige · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

Y21 PKBMOT history

Y21 PKB is a beige petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Nov 2008. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 79,017 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jun 2027
Mileage
79,017 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,720 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y21 PKB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Nov 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y21 PKB was last recorded at 79,017 miles on 20 May 2026, 1,778 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,239 miles · 28 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,778 miles
Average per year
3,720 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,017 miles
  • 2025 – 77,239 miles
  • 2024 – 75,430 miles
  • 2023 – 73,707 miles
  • 2022 – 71,040 miles
  • 2021 – 68,195 miles
  • 2020 – 65,700 miles
  • 2019 – 64,342 miles
  • 2018 – 54,471 miles
  • 2017 – 50,519 miles
  • 2016 – 45,435 miles
  • 2015 – 43,028 miles
  • 2014 – 38,833 miles
  • 2012 – 32,649 miles
  • 2011 – 24,916 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,017 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 Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Nov 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,017 miles (+1,778)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    79,017 miles
    Test number
    388344545967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass77,239 miles (+1,809)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    77,239 miles
    Test number
    400422514534
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass75,430 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    75,430 miles
    Test number
    165792277554
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail75,420 miles (+1,713)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,420 miles
    Test number
    732995053052
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass73,707 miles (+2,667)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    73,707 miles
    Test number
    374874962842
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass71,040 miles (+2,845)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    71,040 miles
    Test number
    521780053405
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass68,195 miles (+2,495)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    68,195 miles
    Test number
    981651257475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass65,700 miles (+1,358)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    65,700 miles
    Test number
    917796453458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass64,342 miles (+9,871)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    64,342 miles
    Test number
    241171860648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,471 miles (+3,952)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    54,471 miles
    Test number
    484746196667
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass50,519 miles (+5,084)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    50,519 miles
    Test number
    382398236857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    45,435 miles
    Test number
    159675896976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail45,435 miles (+2,407)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,435 miles
    Test number
    190087353309
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass43,028 miles (+4,195)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    43,028 miles
    Test number
    725266475167
    • NoteAll tyres worn close to legal limit

  15. Fail38,833 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,833 miles
    Test number
    297629274457
    • Repaired at testNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  16. Pass38,833 miles (+6,184)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    38,833 miles
    Test number
    738279774185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass32,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    32,649 miles
    Test number
    778514002361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail32,649 miles (+7,733)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,649 miles
    Test number
    817964602348
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Fail24,916 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,916 miles
    Test number
    259017801319
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine has undertray fitted not allowing full inspection of components

  20. Pass24,916 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    24,916 miles
    Test number
    495717101337
    • NoteEngine has undertray fitted not allowing full inspection of components

Questions about Y21 PKB

Does Y21 PKB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y21 PKB is valid until 18 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y21 PKB?
The MOT on Y21 PKB is valid until 18 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y21 PKB done?
Y21 PKB was recorded at 79,017 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 3,720 miles a year.
Has Y21 PKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y21 PKB has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on Y21 PKB 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 Y21 PKB find?
Y21 PKB passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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