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Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y257 JSHMOT history

Y257 JSH is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 6 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 37 MOT tests, with 106,049 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
106,049 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
37
22 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,915 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y257 JSH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y257 JSH was last recorded at 106,049 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 1,579 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,470 miles · 29 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,579 miles
Average per year
3,915 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,049 miles
  • 2025 – 104,470 miles
  • 2024 – 101,922 miles
  • 2023 – 99,701 miles
  • 2022 – 96,365 miles
  • 2021 – 94,282 miles
  • 2020 – 91,973 miles
  • 2019 – 91,506 miles
  • 2018 – 89,319 miles
  • 2017 – 87,892 miles
  • 2016 – 82,913 miles
  • 2015 – 80,249 miles
  • 2014 – 76,805 miles
  • 2013 – 72,124 miles
  • 2012 – 68,091 miles
  • 2011 – 60,041 miles
  • 2010 – 52,889 miles
  • 2009 – 45,536 miles
  • 2008 – 40,705 miles
  • 2007 – 34,749 miles
  • 2006 – 27,281 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,049 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Central Rear stop light not working

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

37 tests since 23 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,049 miles (+1,579)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    106,049 miles
    Test number
    691453431176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass104,470 miles (+2,548)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    104,470 miles
    Test number
    206492773127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass101,922 miles (+2,221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    101,922 miles
    Test number
    509118132376
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass99,701 miles (+3,336)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    99,701 miles
    Test number
    958556077101
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear stop light not working
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 27% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side faded (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass96,365 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    96,365 miles
    Test number
    386305281343
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear stop light not working
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail96,364 miles (+2,082)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,364 miles
    Test number
    165627563995
    • 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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear stop light not working
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 27% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass94,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    94,282 miles
    Test number
    265541379149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail94,282 miles (+2,309)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,282 miles
    Test number
    938187052494
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

  9. Pass91,973 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    91,973 miles
    Test number
    721448545026
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Fail91,973 miles (+467)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,973 miles
    Test number
    873688339243
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • 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 Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  11. Pass91,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    91,506 miles
    Test number
    367134535384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail91,506 miles (+2,187)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,506 miles
    Test number
    286081005639
    • MajorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass89,319 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    89,319 miles
    Test number
    985437524128
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail89,316 miles (+1,424)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,316 miles
    Test number
    346656195445
    • MajorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass87,892 miles (+35)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    87,892 miles
    Test number
    995241143008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamps deteriated

  16. Fail87,857 miles (+18)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,857 miles
    Test number
    150333482139
    • FailureElectronic stability system switch faulty (3.4.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp corroded and broken

  17. Fail87,839 miles (+8)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,839 miles
    Test number
    694458281243
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureElectronic stability system switch faulty (3.4.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front o/s/r and n/s/f brake plates corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

  18. Fail87,831 miles (+4,918)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,831 miles
    Test number
    901677955111
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass82,913 miles (+2,664)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    82,913 miles
    Test number
    339319029577
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass80,249 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    80,249 miles
    Test number
    406508695027
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCat convertor insides have become dislodged and rattling
    • NoteSlight brake bind o/s/r

  21. Fail80,249 miles (+3,444)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,249 miles
    Test number
    135547195486
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCat convertor insides have become dislodged and rattling
    • NoteSlight brake bind o/s/r

  22. Pass76,805 miles (+4,681)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    76,805 miles
    Test number
    105969114161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteCenter exhaust clamp corroded
    • NoteN/s/r tyre slightly perished

  23. Pass72,124 miles (+4,033)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    72,124 miles
    Test number
    649220073049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass68,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    68,091 miles
    Test number
    945123342263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail68,091 miles (+8,050)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,091 miles
    Test number
    236957432294
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  26. Pass60,041 miles (+7,152)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    60,041 miles
    Test number
    257603241244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass52,889 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    52,889 miles
    Test number
    304694240460
    • NoteEml on

  28. Fail52,889 miles (+7,353)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,889 miles
    Test number
    830044040210
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEml on

  29. Pass45,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    45,536 miles
    Test number
    863383059216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail45,536 miles (+1,019)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,536 miles
    Test number
    331755849214
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass44,517 miles2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    44,517 miles
    Test number
    711225229133
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteDrivers seatbelt has slight fluffing.
    • NoteEngine managment light on.
    • NoteN/S/F tyre cracked on tread.
    • NoteO/S/F tyre feathered on inside edge.
    • NoteOil leak

  32. Fail44,517 miles (+3,812)1 failure3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,517 miles
    Test number
    312705129183
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteDrivers seatbelt has slight fluffing.
    • NoteEngine managment light on.
    • NoteN/S/F tyre cracked on tread.
    • NoteO/S/F tyre feathered on inside edge.
    • NoteOil leak

  33. Pass40,705 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2009
    Odometer
    40,705 miles
    Test number
    860413028167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail40,705 miles (+5,956)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,705 miles
    Test number
    352913228144
    • FailureDirection indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  35. Pass34,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    34,749 miles
    Test number
    550373327164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail34,749 miles (+7,468)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,749 miles
    Test number
    171623027100
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  37. Pass27,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    27,281 miles
    Test number
    674914776126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y257 JSH

Does Y257 JSH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y257 JSH is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y257 JSH?
The MOT on Y257 JSH is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y257 JSH done?
Y257 JSH was recorded at 106,049 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 3,915 miles a year.
Has Y257 JSH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y257 JSH has failed 15 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on Y257 JSH 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 Y257 JSH find?
Y257 JSH passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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