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Volkswagen Beetle

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y221 BMSMOT history

Y221 BMS is a green petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 18 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 19 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 113,178 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Dec 2022
Mileage
113,178 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2021
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,068 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y221 BMS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y221 BMS was last recorded at 113,178 miles on 20 Dec 2021, 2,815 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,363 miles · 14 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
2,815 miles
Average per year
5,068 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 113,178 miles
  • 2020 – 110,363 miles
  • 2019 – 106,523 miles
  • 2018 – 95,962 miles
  • 2017 – 77,629 miles
  • 2016 – 74,632 miles
  • 2015 – 71,900 miles
  • 2014 – 67,290 miles
  • 2013 – 63,661 miles
  • 2012 – 59,205 miles
  • 2011 – 54,899 miles
  • 2010 – 52,106 miles
  • 2009 – 48,360 miles
  • 2008 – 44,822 miles
  • 2007 – 41,211 miles
  • 2006 – 34,604 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,178 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 19 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,178 miles (+2,815)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    113,178 miles
    Test number
    381869616127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass110,363 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    110,363 miles
    Test number
    102290086787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail110,361 miles (+3,838)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,361 miles
    Test number
    361125384166
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass106,523 miles (+10,561)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    106,523 miles
    Test number
    564507144381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass95,962 miles (+18,333)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    95,962 miles
    Test number
    288777117826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass77,629 miles (+2,997)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    77,629 miles
    Test number
    944914100631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass74,632 miles (+2,732)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    74,632 miles
    Test number
    489925877304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass71,900 miles (+4,610)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    71,900 miles
    Test number
    596042802004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,290 miles (+3,629)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    67,290 miles
    Test number
    866918704311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,661 miles (+59)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    63,661 miles
    Test number
    249507313305
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteO/s/r brake grabbing slightly

  11. Fail63,602 miles (+4,397)3 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,602 miles
    Test number
    458182713300
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteO/s/r brake grabbing slightly

  12. Pass59,205 miles (+20)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    59,205 miles
    Test number
    996854212301
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteDamage to sill at n/s/f
    • NoteESP light on
    • NoteFront fog light not working
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail59,185 miles (+4,286)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,185 miles
    Test number
    297483912357
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteDamage to sill at n/s/f
    • NoteESP light on
    • NoteFront fog light not working
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass54,899 miles (+2,793)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    54,899 miles
    Test number
    995129661202
    • NoteSlight play o/s rack ball end

  15. Pass52,106 miles (+3,746)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    52,106 miles
    Test number
    951295910360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,360 miles (+3,538)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    48,360 miles
    Test number
    713822729317
    • AdvisoryOffside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass44,822 miles (+3,611)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    44,822 miles
    Test number
    803346878278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass41,211 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    41,211 miles
    Test number
    182936637245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail41,211 miles (+6,607)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,211 miles
    Test number
    932866637235
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteAll tyres are worn to 3mm and both rear show signs of perishing (205/55 16W)

  20. Pass34,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    34,604 miles
    Test number
    321411376192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail34,604 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,604 miles
    Test number
    382730376113
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about Y221 BMS

Does Y221 BMS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y221 BMS expired on 19 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y221 BMS?
The MOT on Y221 BMS expired on 19 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y221 BMS done?
Y221 BMS was recorded at 113,178 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2021, an average of 5,068 miles a year.
Has Y221 BMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y221 BMS has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on Y221 BMS 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 Y221 BMS find?
Y221 BMS passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2021 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill.

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