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Volkswagen Beetle

Yellow · Petrol · 2008 · 1,596 cc

Y29 GENMOT history

Y29 GEN is a yellow petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 12 Dec 2008. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 82,505 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jun 2027
Mileage
82,505 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,487 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y29 GEN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
12 Dec 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y29 GEN was last recorded at 82,505 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 9,639 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
72,866 miles · 4 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
9,639 miles
Average per year
4,487 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,505 miles
  • 2025 – 72,866 miles
  • 2024 – 66,400 miles
  • 2023 – 61,532 miles
  • 2022 – 57,296 miles
  • 2020 – 52,356 miles
  • 2019 – 41,567 miles
  • 2018 – 32,843 miles
  • 2017 – 27,531 miles
  • 2016 – 26,698 miles
  • 2015 – 24,906 miles
  • 2014 – 23,022 miles
  • 2013 – 21,021 miles
  • 2012 – 19,881 miles
  • 2011 – 17,499 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,505 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower engine cover/trim - insecure
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on or close to 1.5mm minimum requirement (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 5 Dec 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,505 miles (+9,639)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    82,505 miles
    Test number
    378767312211
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower engine cover/trim - insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on or close to 1.5mm minimum requirement (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass72,866 miles (+6,466)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    72,866 miles
    Test number
    216711644105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUpper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass66,400 miles (+4,868)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    66,400 miles
    Test number
    800928740930
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass61,532 miles (+4,236)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    61,532 miles
    Test number
    251650224296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass57,296 miles (+4,940)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    57,296 miles
    Test number
    468797397682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass52,356 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    52,356 miles
    Test number
    323736295509
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail52,356 miles (+10,789)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,356 miles
    Test number
    571481996770
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass41,567 miles (+8,724)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    41,567 miles
    Test number
    913967889770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass32,843 miles (+5,312)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    32,843 miles
    Test number
    862600208363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass27,531 miles (+833)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    27,531 miles
    Test number
    456460542697
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass26,698 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    26,698 miles
    Test number
    436676727163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Fail26,696 miles (+1,790)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,696 miles
    Test number
    662815569510
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade damage (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Pass24,906 miles (+1,884)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    24,906 miles
    Test number
    920912196331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass23,022 miles (+2,001)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    23,022 miles
    Test number
    715009524344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass21,021 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    21,021 miles
    Test number
    788969113347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail21,021 miles (+1,140)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,021 miles
    Test number
    457759913455
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass19,881 miles (+2,382)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    19,881 miles
    Test number
    465114622319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    17,499 miles
    Test number
    416379931373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y29 GEN

Does Y29 GEN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y29 GEN is valid until 4 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y29 GEN?
The MOT on Y29 GEN is valid until 4 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y29 GEN done?
Y29 GEN was recorded at 82,505 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 4,487 miles a year.
Has Y29 GEN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y29 GEN has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on Y29 GEN 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 Y29 GEN find?
Y29 GEN passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with 7 advisories: central stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; front lower engine cover/trim - insecure; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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