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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,781 cc

Y26 BUGMOT history

Y26 BUG is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 15 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 93,166 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jul 2027
Mileage
93,166 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,145 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y26 BUG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y26 BUG was last recorded at 93,166 miles on 10 Jul 2026, 1,857 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,309 miles · 5 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
1,857 miles
Average per year
3,145 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,166 miles
  • 2024 – 91,309 miles
  • 2022 – 90,508 miles
  • 2021 – 89,353 miles
  • 2020 – 87,943 miles
  • 2019 – 84,783 miles
  • 2018 – 81,339 miles
  • 2017 – 79,460 miles
  • 2016 – 73,838 miles
  • 2015 – 68,193 miles
  • 2014 – 62,890 miles
  • 2013 – 60,081 miles
  • 2012 – 57,330 miles
  • 2011 – 55,371 miles
  • 2010 – 51,306 miles
  • 2009 – 46,022 miles
  • 2008 – 36,416 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,166 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 23 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,166 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    93,166 miles
    Test number
    373083187596
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail93,165 miles (+1,856)1 dangerous3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,165 miles
    Test number
    537137686165
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass91,309 miles (+801)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    91,309 miles
    Test number
    489024687781
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

  4. Pass90,508 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    90,508 miles
    Test number
    993863375593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met(16%

  5. Fail90,507 miles (+1,154)2 dangerous2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,507 miles
    Test number
    312771320435
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met(16%

  6. Pass89,353 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    89,353 miles
    Test number
    804695581037
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail89,345 miles (+1,402)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,345 miles
    Test number
    512117931402
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass87,943 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    87,943 miles
    Test number
    844032707456
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail87,943 miles (+3,160)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,943 miles
    Test number
    732307921015
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass84,783 miles (+3,444)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    84,783 miles
    Test number
    812437084269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass81,339 miles (+1,879)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    81,339 miles
    Test number
    995133668297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass79,460 miles (+5,622)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    79,460 miles
    Test number
    736977859261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,838 miles (+5,645)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    73,838 miles
    Test number
    872622167306
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass68,193 miles (+5,303)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    68,193 miles
    Test number
    209229415257
    • 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)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on edges

  15. Pass62,890 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    62,890 miles
    Test number
    136450124248
    • 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)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  16. Fail62,890 miles (+2,809)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,890 miles
    Test number
    405570124242
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  17. Pass60,081 miles (+2,751)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    60,081 miles
    Test number
    647293833281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass57,330 miles (+1,959)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    57,330 miles
    Test number
    698047202264
    • 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)

  19. Pass55,371 miles (+4,065)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    55,371 miles
    Test number
    778804411217
    • 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)

  20. Pass51,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    51,306 miles
    Test number
    304800610446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail51,294 miles (+5,272)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,294 miles
    Test number
    532500210215
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  22. Pass46,022 miles (+9,606)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    46,022 miles
    Test number
    374714869173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,416 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    36,416 miles
    Test number
    261585878125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y26 BUG

Does Y26 BUG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y26 BUG is valid until 9 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y26 BUG?
The MOT on Y26 BUG is valid until 9 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y26 BUG done?
Y26 BUG was recorded at 93,166 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2026, an average of 3,145 miles a year.
Has Y26 BUG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y26 BUG has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y26 BUG 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 Y26 BUG find?
Y26 BUG passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2026 with 6 advisories: central exhaust mounting defective; nearside front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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