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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,595 cc

Y233 DABMOT history

Y233 DAB is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 24 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 25 MOT tests, with 81,192 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
81,192 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
22 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,364 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y233 DAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
24 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y233 DAB was last recorded at 81,192 miles on 13 Aug 2026, 5,830 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,362 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,830 miles
Average per year
3,364 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,192 miles
  • 2025 – 75,362 miles
  • 2024 – 68,821 miles
  • 2023 – 60,769 miles
  • 2022 – 50,593 miles
  • 2021 – 40,714 miles
  • 2020 – 39,225 miles
  • 2019 – 37,555 miles
  • 2018 – 36,202 miles
  • 2017 – 34,570 miles
  • 2016 – 32,517 miles
  • 2015 – 31,095 miles
  • 2014 – 28,980 miles
  • 2013 – 26,491 miles
  • 2012 – 24,435 miles
  • 2011 – 22,561 miles
  • 2010 – 20,278 miles
  • 2009 – 18,300 miles
  • 2008 – 16,328 miles
  • 2007 – 14,389 miles
  • 2006 – 12,605 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,192 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,192 miles (+5,830)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    81,192 miles
    Test number
    495412081332
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass75,362 miles (+6,541)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    75,362 miles
    Test number
    135229269924
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass68,821 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    68,821 miles
    Test number
    358552833532
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail68,820 miles (+8,051)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,820 miles
    Test number
    231658314988
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass60,769 miles (+10,176)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    60,769 miles
    Test number
    311698676131
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Bracket Loose (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both

  6. Pass50,593 miles (+9,879)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    50,593 miles
    Test number
    175027080994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass40,714 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    40,714 miles
    Test number
    864588931497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail40,713 miles (+786)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,713 miles
    Test number
    793638795935
    • MajorEmissions not tested unable to hold steady throttle position.noted that lambda was high (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass39,927 miles (+702)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    39,927 miles
    Test number
    251789252285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass39,225 miles (+1,670)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    39,225 miles
    Test number
    602097416517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass37,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    37,555 miles
    Test number
    104295914357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail37,555 miles (+1,353)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,555 miles
    Test number
    194283448302
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass36,202 miles (+1,632)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    36,202 miles
    Test number
    505727759216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,570 miles (+2,053)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    34,570 miles
    Test number
    130273680486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass32,517 miles (+1,422)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    32,517 miles
    Test number
    801285665821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,095 miles (+2,115)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    31,095 miles
    Test number
    958988565067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,980 miles (+2,489)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    28,980 miles
    Test number
    417812474073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass26,491 miles (+2,056)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    26,491 miles
    Test number
    599253473034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,435 miles (+1,874)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    24,435 miles
    Test number
    868498882007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,561 miles (+2,283)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    22,561 miles
    Test number
    688230291009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,278 miles (+1,978)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    20,278 miles
    Test number
    600674570089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,300 miles (+1,972)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    18,300 miles
    Test number
    914058879041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,328 miles (+1,939)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    16,328 miles
    Test number
    673287588082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass14,389 miles (+1,784)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    14,389 miles
    Test number
    900039687062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass12,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    12,605 miles
    Test number
    100373986474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y233 DAB

Does Y233 DAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y233 DAB is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y233 DAB?
The MOT on Y233 DAB is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y233 DAB done?
Y233 DAB was recorded at 81,192 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2026, an average of 3,364 miles a year.
Has Y233 DAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y233 DAB has failed 3 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on Y233 DAB 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 Y233 DAB find?
Y233 DAB passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: central exhaust mounting defective; offside front lower suspension component ball joint has slight play.

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