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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y235 BGJMOT history

Y235 BGJ is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 19 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 Aug 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 82,769 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Aug 2023
Mileage
82,769 mi
At MOT on 23 Aug 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,984 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y235 BGJ
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
19 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
23 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y235 BGJ was last recorded at 82,769 miles on 23 Aug 2022, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,767 miles · 17 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,984 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 82,769 miles
  • 2021 – 79,885 miles
  • 2020 – 76,862 miles
  • 2018 – 73,260 miles
  • 2017 – 68,524 miles
  • 2015 – 64,532 miles
  • 2014 – 58,839 miles
  • 2013 – 52,148 miles
  • 2012 – 50,776 miles
  • 2011 – 47,126 miles
  • 2010 – 40,478 miles
  • 2009 – 24,826 miles
  • 2008 – 22,139 miles
  • 2007 – 17,716 miles
  • 2006 – 15,979 miles
  • 2005 – 14,506 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,769 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Suspect wear in n/s outer front c/v joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,769 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    82,769 miles
    Test number
    910715297034
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail82,767 miles (+2,882)3 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,767 miles
    Test number
    317792356791
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass79,885 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    79,885 miles
    Test number
    513992724721
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail79,881 miles (+3,019)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,881 miles
    Test number
    942385578047
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass76,862 miles (+3,602)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    76,862 miles
    Test number
    741564510179
    • AdvisoryNearside Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass73,260 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    73,260 miles
    Test number
    274288347698
    • AdvisorySuspect wear in n/s outer front c/v joint

  7. Fail73,256 miles (+4,732)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,256 miles
    Test number
    847125438170
    • MajorEmissions not tested Readings very high (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspect wear in n/s outer front c/v joint

  8. Pass68,524 miles (+3,992)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    68,524 miles
    Test number
    653002422769
    • AdvisoryFront & rear number plates style close to fail
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front wiper blade split close to fail
    • AdvisorySuspect brake pad problem nearside front

  9. Pass64,532 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    64,532 miles
    Test number
    158755805275
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  10. Fail64,532 miles (+5,693)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,532 miles
    Test number
    437795405273
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  11. Pass58,839 miles (+6,691)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    58,839 miles
    Test number
    265772394467
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  12. Pass52,148 miles (+1,372)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    52,148 miles
    Test number
    916819363167
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront discs coroding

  13. Pass50,776 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    50,776 miles
    Test number
    766920902285
    • NoteESP warning light on

  14. Fail50,774 miles (+3,648)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,774 miles
    Test number
    216956192171
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteESP warning light on

  15. Pass47,126 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    47,126 miles
    Test number
    539289981121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre starting to deteriorate
    • NoteOffside door mirror lens damaged

  16. Fail47,126 miles (+6,648)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,126 miles
    Test number
    649099481154
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre starting to deteriorate
    • NoteOffside door mirror lens damaged

  17. Pass40,478 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    40,478 miles
    Test number
    642001900356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail40,478 miles (+15,652)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,478 miles
    Test number
    764911000396
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass24,826 miles (+2,687)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    24,826 miles
    Test number
    240228439149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,139 miles (+4,423)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    22,139 miles
    Test number
    232900438391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,716 miles (+1,737)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    17,716 miles
    Test number
    803421417374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass15,979 miles (+1,473)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    15,979 miles
    Test number
    284644826231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    14,506 miles
    Test number
    150375985166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y235 BGJ

Does Y235 BGJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y235 BGJ expired on 22 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y235 BGJ?
The MOT on Y235 BGJ expired on 22 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y235 BGJ done?
Y235 BGJ was recorded at 82,769 miles at its MOT on 23 Aug 2022, an average of 3,984 miles a year.
Has Y235 BGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y235 BGJ has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on Y235 BGJ 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 Y235 BGJ find?
Y235 BGJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Aug 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear inner brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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