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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,596 cc

Y23 LOSMOT history

Y23 LOS is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 23 Jun 2005. Its MOT expired on 13 May 2023 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 106,905 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 May 2023
Mileage
106,905 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2022
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,950 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y23 LOS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 May 2023
Latest MOT test
14 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y23 LOS was last recorded at 106,905 miles on 14 May 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,904 miles · 13 May 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,950 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 106,905 miles
  • 2021 – 102,482 miles
  • 2019 – 98,495 miles
  • 2018 – 96,657 miles
  • 2017 – 95,102 miles
  • 2016 – 92,827 miles
  • 2015 – 82,313 miles
  • 2014 – 75,765 miles
  • 2013 – 65,119 miles
  • 2012 – 57,395 miles
  • 2010 – 43,809 miles
  • 2009 – 32,942 miles
  • 2008 – 23,854 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,905 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has slight wear inner edgeRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))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.

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine location

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 29 May 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,905 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2023
    Odometer
    106,905 miles
    Test number
    266243040207
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has slight wear inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail106,904 miles (+4,422)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,904 miles
    Test number
    735662206106
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has slight wear inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass102,482 miles (+3,987)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2022
    Odometer
    102,482 miles
    Test number
    533154821864
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has slight wear inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass98,495 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    98,495 miles
    Test number
    942428926558
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine location (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail98,489 miles (+1,832)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,489 miles
    Test number
    454719786810
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine location (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass96,657 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    96,657 miles
    Test number
    728956906437
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted obscuring the view to some components
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres low tread (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail96,657 miles (+1,555)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,657 miles
    Test number
    391524821894
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wipers are damaged / arms out of alignment (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted obscuring the view to some components
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres low tread (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass95,102 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    95,102 miles
    Test number
    734314424837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail95,102 miles (+2,275)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,102 miles
    Test number
    559071035805
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  10. Pass92,827 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    92,827 miles
    Test number
    838598518540
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring view of components

  11. Fail92,827 miles (+10,514)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,827 miles
    Test number
    940340416753
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring view of components

  12. Pass82,313 miles4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    82,313 miles
    Test number
    737235535167
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine/gearbox damp with oil
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  13. Fail82,313 miles (+6,548)3 failures4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,313 miles
    Test number
    315075235155
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteEngine/gearbox damp with oil
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  14. Pass75,765 miles (+10,646)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    75,765 miles
    Test number
    728037354148
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine/gearbox damp with oil
    • NoteExhaust system surface corrosion
    • NoteWiper blades worn

  15. Pass65,119 miles (+7,724)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    65,119 miles
    Test number
    837170023135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust system surface corrosion

  16. Pass57,395 miles (+13,586)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    57,395 miles
    Test number
    958707832177
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteEngine/gearbox damp with oil
    • NoteExhaust system surface corrosion
    • NoteFront bumper damaged

  17. Fail43,809 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,809 miles
    Test number
    451667110221
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  18. Pass43,809 miles (+10,867)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    43,809 miles
    Test number
    461287110248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  19. Pass32,942 miles (+9,088)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    32,942 miles
    Test number
    832309849172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail23,854 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,854 miles
    Test number
    364320658173
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUndertray

  21. Pass23,854 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    23,854 miles
    Test number
    462050358188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUndertray

Questions about Y23 LOS

Does Y23 LOS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y23 LOS expired on 13 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y23 LOS?
The MOT on Y23 LOS expired on 13 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y23 LOS done?
Y23 LOS was recorded at 106,905 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2022, an average of 5,950 miles a year.
Has Y23 LOS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y23 LOS has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2022.
Has the mileage on Y23 LOS 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 Y23 LOS find?
Y23 LOS passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2022 with 5 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front tyre has slight wear inner edge; nearside rear outer tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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