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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y237 UGXMOT history

Y237 UGX is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 21 Oct 2001. Its MOT expired on 20 Aug 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 62,269 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Aug 2026
Mileage
62,269 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,450 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y237 UGX
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
21 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y237 UGX was last recorded at 62,269 miles on 13 Aug 2025, 4,079 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,190 miles · 21 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
4,079 miles
Average per year
2,450 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 62,269 miles
  • 2024 – 58,190 miles
  • 2022 – 56,590 miles
  • 2021 – 54,723 miles
  • 2020 – 52,264 miles
  • 2019 – 50,457 miles
  • 2018 – 48,721 miles
  • 2017 – 46,851 miles
  • 2016 – 45,149 miles
  • 2015 – 40,542 miles
  • 2014 – 37,406 miles
  • 2013 – 29,332 miles
  • 2012 – 26,140 miles
  • 2011 – 23,167 miles
  • 2010 – 20,982 miles
  • 2009 – 19,664 miles
  • 2008 – 17,530 miles
  • 2007 – 15,741 miles
  • 2006 – 14,309 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,269 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 14 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,269 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    62,269 miles
    Test number
    942485052238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail62,269 miles (+4,079)5 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,269 miles
    Test number
    709139610549
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass58,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    58,190 miles
    Test number
    300759774921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail58,190 miles (+1,600)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,190 miles
    Test number
    700149664856
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass56,590 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    56,590 miles
    Test number
    664458902978
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output poor beam image (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail56,590 miles (+1,867)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,590 miles
    Test number
    690501339590
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output poor beam image (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass54,723 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    54,723 miles
    Test number
    476389512032
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in zone a (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail54,723 miles (+2,459)4 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,723 miles
    Test number
    474139743637
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords screw hole in centre of tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in zone a (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass52,264 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    52,264 miles
    Test number
    676626551341
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail52,263 miles (+1,806)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,263 miles
    Test number
    193327287204
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass50,457 miles1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    50,457 miles
    Test number
    148257485318
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective 21" blade smeary. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp unit removed.
    • AdvisoryFront Both MacPherson struts have play in upper attachment.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy Recommend replacement. (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low on inside edge. 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread area. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Recommend clean, recheck and repair. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Fail50,457 miles (+1,736)1 dangerous1 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,457 miles
    Test number
    263595327916
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 20" blade. (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective 21" blade smeary. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Both MacPherson struts have play in upper attachment.
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy Recommend replacement. (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low on inside edge. 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread area. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Recommend clean, recheck and repair. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Pass48,721 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    48,721 miles
    Test number
    835291188571
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Fail48,721 miles (+1,870)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,721 miles
    Test number
    468980239117
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass46,851 miles (+1,702)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    46,851 miles
    Test number
    584026123018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass45,149 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    45,149 miles
    Test number
    430998228719
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail45,149 miles (+4,607)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,149 miles
    Test number
    332753861914
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass40,542 miles (+3,136)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    40,542 miles
    Test number
    807566183136
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (slight play ) (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of belt
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass37,406 miles (+8,074)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    37,406 miles
    Test number
    715221794215
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass29,332 miles (+3,192)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    29,332 miles
    Test number
    907229683150
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (2.5.B.3a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass26,140 miles (+2,973)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    26,140 miles
    Test number
    718664372192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass23,167 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    23,167 miles
    Test number
    776901271187
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Fail23,167 miles (+2,185)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,167 miles
    Test number
    815851071147
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass20,982 miles (+1,318)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    20,982 miles
    Test number
    510763740096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass19,664 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    19,664 miles
    Test number
    484064219017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail19,659 miles (+2,129)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,659 miles
    Test number
    353483719005
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  27. Pass17,530 miles (+1,789)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    17,530 miles
    Test number
    311678718022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass15,741 miles (+1,432)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    15,741 miles
    Test number
    631611837055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass14,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    14,309 miles
    Test number
    580134216060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y237 UGX

Does Y237 UGX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y237 UGX expired on 20 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y237 UGX?
The MOT on Y237 UGX expired on 20 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y237 UGX done?
Y237 UGX was recorded at 62,269 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2025, an average of 2,450 miles a year.
Has Y237 UGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y237 UGX has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on Y237 UGX 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 Y237 UGX find?
Y237 UGX passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount; offside front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount.

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