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Volkswagen Beetle

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y229 CLAMOT history

Y229 CLA is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 10 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 80,116 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
80,116 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,581 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y229 CLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y229 CLA was last recorded at 80,116 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,113 miles · 12 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
2,581 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,116 miles
  • 2025 – 71,306 miles
  • 2024 – 70,101 miles
  • 2023 – 68,742 miles
  • 2022 – 67,328 miles
  • 2021 – 65,306 miles
  • 2020 – 65,058 miles
  • 2019 – 64,208 miles
  • 2018 – 63,405 miles
  • 2017 – 62,508 miles
  • 2016 – 61,774 miles
  • 2015 – 60,955 miles
  • 2014 – 59,614 miles
  • 2013 – 58,584 miles
  • 2012 – 57,336 miles
  • 2011 – 54,361 miles
  • 2010 – 46,485 miles
  • 2009 – 39,368 miles
  • 2007 – 36,774 miles
  • 2006 – 30,013 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,116 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,116 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    80,116 miles
    Test number
    795534447990
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail80,113 miles (+8,807)7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,113 miles
    Test number
    191546205373
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center section (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass71,306 miles (+1,205)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    71,306 miles
    Test number
    475154348254
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass70,101 miles (+1,359)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    70,101 miles
    Test number
    806011454324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass68,742 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    68,742 miles
    Test number
    851742541502
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail68,742 miles (+1,414)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,742 miles
    Test number
    232496530512
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass67,328 miles (+2,022)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    67,328 miles
    Test number
    224498962651

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass65,306 miles (+248)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    65,306 miles
    Test number
    821234313302
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass65,058 miles (+850)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    65,058 miles
    Test number
    403502079808
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass64,208 miles (+803)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    64,208 miles
    Test number
    720424190771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,405 miles (+897)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    63,405 miles
    Test number
    666643800427
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass62,508 miles (+734)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    62,508 miles
    Test number
    143163621744
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Pass61,774 miles (+819)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    61,774 miles
    Test number
    773886165809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,955 miles (+1,341)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    60,955 miles
    Test number
    987810935055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,614 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    59,614 miles
    Test number
    587087354081
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  16. Fail59,614 miles (+1,030)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,614 miles
    Test number
    118827154045
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  17. Pass58,584 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    58,584 miles
    Test number
    758948753073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  18. Fail58,584 miles (+1,248)1 dangerous1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,584 miles
    Test number
    376698753099
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  19. Pass57,336 miles (+2,975)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    57,336 miles
    Test number
    376670762055
    • NoteFront brake discs rusted

  20. Pass54,361 miles (+7,876)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    54,361 miles
    Test number
    298324451444
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteFront Brake disc(s) excessively pitted

  21. Pass46,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    46,485 miles
    Test number
    681715640118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail46,482 miles (+7,114)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,482 miles
    Test number
    174235440136
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass39,368 miles (+2,594)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    39,368 miles
    Test number
    860208839110
    • NoteAll discs rusted

  24. Pass36,774 miles (+6,761)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    36,774 miles
    Test number
    342023307358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,013 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    30,013 miles
    Test number
    382476206374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y229 CLA

Does Y229 CLA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y229 CLA is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y229 CLA?
The MOT on Y229 CLA is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y229 CLA done?
Y229 CLA was recorded at 80,116 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 2,581 miles a year.
Has Y229 CLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y229 CLA has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y229 CLA 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 Y229 CLA find?
Y229 CLA passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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