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Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow · Petrol · 2001 · 1,596 cc

Y271 ERUMOT history

Y271 ERU is a yellow petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 6 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 84,127 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
84,127 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,246 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y271 ERU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y271 ERU was last recorded at 84,127 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,126 miles · 4 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,246 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 84,127 miles
  • 2024 – 80,611 miles
  • 2023 – 77,840 miles
  • 2022 – 74,540 miles
  • 2021 – 71,907 miles
  • 2020 – 69,586 miles
  • 2019 – 66,125 miles
  • 2018 – 63,569 miles
  • 2017 – 61,412 miles
  • 2016 – 59,127 miles
  • 2015 – 56,438 miles
  • 2014 – 53,543 miles
  • 2013 – 50,158 miles
  • 2012 – 46,623 miles
  • 2011 – 42,772 miles
  • 2010 – 38,915 miles
  • 2009 – 34,278 miles
  • 2008 – 29,900 miles
  • 2007 – 25,348 miles
  • 2006 – 21,206 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,127 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 17 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,127 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    84,127 miles
    Test number
    645091389458
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail84,126 miles (+3,515)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,126 miles
    Test number
    746169055047
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass80,611 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    80,611 miles
    Test number
    135396054341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail80,608 miles (+2,768)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,608 miles
    Test number
    982659502514
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass77,840 miles (+3,300)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    77,840 miles
    Test number
    388530987209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass74,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    74,540 miles
    Test number
    708781817755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail74,538 miles (+2,631)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,538 miles
    Test number
    284008930019
    • 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 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))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass71,907 miles (+2,321)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    71,907 miles
    Test number
    453325123862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass69,586 miles (+3,461)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    69,586 miles
    Test number
    183019253785
    • 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))

  10. Pass66,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    66,125 miles
    Test number
    561895507383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail66,123 miles (+2,554)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,123 miles
    Test number
    434257029666
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass63,569 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    63,569 miles
    Test number
    406664194673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail63,568 miles (+2,156)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,568 miles
    Test number
    436420378496
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  14. Pass61,412 miles (+2,285)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    61,412 miles
    Test number
    623435626315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,127 miles (+2,689)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    59,127 miles
    Test number
    736091322681
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover

  16. Pass56,438 miles (+1)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    56,438 miles
    Test number
    946446275146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteN/s/r brake slight bind
    • NoteN/s/r tyre in poor condtion

  17. Fail56,437 miles (+2,894)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,437 miles
    Test number
    395025375111
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s/r brake slight bind
    • NoteN/s/r tyre in poor condtion

  18. Fail53,543 miles1 repaired6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,543 miles
    Test number
    669655374162
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSlight bind nearside rear wheel

  19. Pass53,543 miles (+3,385)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    53,543 miles
    Test number
    977445674139
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSlight bind nearside rear wheel

  20. Pass50,158 miles (+3,535)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    50,158 miles
    Test number
    218057673414
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteBrake pipes hidden by fuel tank and covers
    • NoteCentre exh bracket welds broken away of exh pipe
    • NoteEngine light on dash

  21. Pass46,623 miles (+3,851)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    46,623 miles
    Test number
    115298372147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,772 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    42,772 miles
    Test number
    718552771126
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteUnstable fast idle

  23. Fail42,772 miles (+3,857)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,772 miles
    Test number
    365841771130
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.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)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteUnstable fast idle

  24. Pass38,915 miles (+4,637)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    38,915 miles
    Test number
    252507560446
    • 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)

  25. Pass34,278 miles (+4,378)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    34,278 miles
    Test number
    592307369165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass29,900 miles (+4,552)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    29,900 miles
    Test number
    762210178167
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass25,348 miles (+4,142)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    25,348 miles
    Test number
    433242977148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass21,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    21,206 miles
    Test number
    171368366182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y271 ERU

Does Y271 ERU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y271 ERU is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y271 ERU?
The MOT on Y271 ERU is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y271 ERU done?
Y271 ERU was recorded at 84,127 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 3,246 miles a year.
Has Y271 ERU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y271 ERU has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y271 ERU 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 Y271 ERU find?
Y271 ERU passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of wishbone; offside front inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of wishbone.

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