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Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y248 VLDMOT history

Y248 VLD is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 25 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 31 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 119,673 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Oct 2027
Mileage
119,673 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,266 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y248 VLD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
25 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y248 VLD was last recorded at 119,673 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 770 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,903 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
770 miles
Average per year
4,266 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,673 miles
  • 2025 – 118,903 miles
  • 2024 – 118,293 miles
  • 2023 – 115,259 miles
  • 2022 – 112,493 miles
  • 2021 – 110,124 miles
  • 2020 – 107,601 miles
  • 2019 – 103,368 miles
  • 2018 – 100,436 miles
  • 2017 – 98,853 miles
  • 2016 – 96,273 miles
  • 2015 – 92,397 miles
  • 2014 – 86,798 miles
  • 2013 – 81,775 miles
  • 2012 – 75,203 miles
  • 2011 – 68,925 miles
  • 2010 – 63,275 miles
  • 2009 – 56,716 miles
  • 2008 – 48,219 miles
  • 2007 – 39,001 miles
  • 2006 – 32,412 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,673 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,673 miles (+770)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    119,673 miles
    Test number
    467528500205
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass118,903 miles (+610)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    118,903 miles
    Test number
    835624826444
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass118,293 miles (+3,034)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    118,293 miles
    Test number
    351655101739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass115,259 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    115,259 miles
    Test number
    880496136308
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail115,259 miles (+2,766)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,259 miles
    Test number
    646446979281
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass112,493 miles (+2,369)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    112,493 miles
    Test number
    560111542861
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass110,124 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    110,124 miles
    Test number
    509410038967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail110,117 miles (+2,516)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,117 miles
    Test number
    375442899034
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  9. Pass107,601 miles (+44)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    107,601 miles
    Test number
    867778521212
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Fail107,557 miles (+4,189)6 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,557 miles
    Test number
    556788352588
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  11. Pass103,368 miles (+2,932)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    103,368 miles
    Test number
    627249998154
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass100,436 miles (+1,583)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    100,436 miles
    Test number
    419070315143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass98,853 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    98,853 miles
    Test number
    439302786361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail98,824 miles (+2,551)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,824 miles
    Test number
    242161461335
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass96,273 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    96,273 miles
    Test number
    940949824290
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail96,273 miles (+3,876)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,273 miles
    Test number
    208587272054
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass92,397 miles (+5,599)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    92,397 miles
    Test number
    475230515136
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass86,798 miles (+5,023)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    86,798 miles
    Test number
    689174414138
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass81,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    81,775 miles
    Test number
    635032513192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail81,775 miles (+6,572)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,775 miles
    Test number
    647922313151
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  21. Pass75,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    75,203 miles
    Test number
    397284612114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail75,203 miles (+6,278)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,203 miles
    Test number
    366674012159
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass68,925 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    68,925 miles
    Test number
    788114101113
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail68,925 miles (+5,650)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,925 miles
    Test number
    218683201193
    • FailureNearside Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass63,275 miles (+6,559)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    63,275 miles
    Test number
    654408010149
    • NoteNearside front outer swivel joint steering rack slight play

  26. Pass56,716 miles (+8,497)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    56,716 miles
    Test number
    602473619152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • 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)

  27. Pass48,219 miles (+9,218)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    48,219 miles
    Test number
    932094618192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass39,001 miles (+6,589)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    39,001 miles
    Test number
    780108217112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass32,412 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    32,412 miles
    Test number
    100588606109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y248 VLD

Does Y248 VLD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y248 VLD is valid until 31 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y248 VLD?
The MOT on Y248 VLD is valid until 31 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y248 VLD done?
Y248 VLD was recorded at 119,673 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 4,266 miles a year.
Has Y248 VLD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y248 VLD has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on Y248 VLD 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 Y248 VLD find?
Y248 VLD passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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