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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y246 CGFMOT history

Y246 CGF is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 105,922 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Jul 2023
Mileage
105,922 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,305 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y246 CGF
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
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y246 CGF was last recorded at 105,922 miles on 27 Jul 2022, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,916 miles · 26 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
5,305 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 105,922 miles
  • 2021 – 98,979 miles
  • 2020 – 93,339 miles
  • 2019 – 87,195 miles
  • 2018 – 74,745 miles
  • 2017 – 65,363 miles
  • 2016 – 56,780 miles
  • 2015 – 48,864 miles
  • 2014 – 39,823 miles
  • 2013 – 37,808 miles
  • 2012 – 36,206 miles
  • 2011 – 34,236 miles
  • 2010 – 32,427 miles
  • 2009 – 29,966 miles
  • 2008 – 26,981 miles
  • 2007 – 24,097 miles
  • 2006 – 19,379 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,922 miles
  • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner and outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear brake discs worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,922 miles (+6)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    105,922 miles
    Test number
    688479757117
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner and outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail105,916 miles (+6,937)1 major1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,916 miles
    Test number
    247727668418
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner and outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass98,979 miles (+5,640)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    98,979 miles
    Test number
    290946670151
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both

  4. Pass93,339 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    93,339 miles
    Test number
    203964698948
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail93,339 miles (+6,144)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,339 miles
    Test number
    719842371859
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass87,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    87,195 miles
    Test number
    213809374445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail87,195 miles (+12,450)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,195 miles
    Test number
    555527884373
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass74,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    74,745 miles
    Test number
    357948596600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail74,745 miles (+9,382)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,745 miles
    Test number
    921296239469
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass65,363 miles (+8,583)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    65,363 miles
    Test number
    397162354093
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp broken (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken but system still adequately supported
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn

  11. Pass56,780 miles (+7,916)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    56,780 miles
    Test number
    890392335455
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both front (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre tapering on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs worn

  12. Pass48,864 miles (+40)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    48,864 miles
    Test number
    229097555118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine warning on

  13. Fail48,824 miles (+9,001)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,824 miles
    Test number
    209329245495
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteCentre exhaust bracket broken but exhaust system secure

  14. Pass39,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    39,823 miles
    Test number
    457030004126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail39,823 miles (+2,015)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,823 miles
    Test number
    458448794083
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteEngine managment light displayed

  16. Pass37,808 miles (+1,602)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    37,808 miles
    Test number
    428088703129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,206 miles (+1,970)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    36,206 miles
    Test number
    706020112113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass34,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    34,236 miles
    Test number
    379162001148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail34,236 miles (+1,809)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,236 miles
    Test number
    899472201105
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass32,427 miles (+2,461)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    32,427 miles
    Test number
    952789490010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,966 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    29,966 miles
    Test number
    650046809165
    • NoteWasher jets need adjusting nearside front

  22. Fail29,966 miles (+2,985)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,966 miles
    Test number
    770146309160
    • Repaired at testCentre Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • NoteWasher jets need adjusting nearside front

  23. Pass26,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    26,981 miles
    Test number
    112155388028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail26,970 miles (+2,873)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,970 miles
    Test number
    374765588076
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  25. Pass24,097 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    24,097 miles
    Test number
    502898007115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail24,097 miles (+4,718)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,097 miles
    Test number
    851988207150
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail19,379 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,379 miles
    Test number
    514873396006
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

  28. Pass19,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    19,379 miles
    Test number
    562793296056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y246 CGF

Does Y246 CGF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y246 CGF expired on 26 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y246 CGF?
The MOT on Y246 CGF expired on 26 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y246 CGF done?
Y246 CGF was recorded at 105,922 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2022, an average of 5,305 miles a year.
Has Y246 CGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y246 CGF has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on Y246 CGF 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 Y246 CGF find?
Y246 CGF passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2022 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner and outer; offside inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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