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Volkswagen Beetle

White · Petrol · 2009 · 1,596 cc

Y29 SABMOT history

Y29 SAB is a white petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 16 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 21 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 90,562 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Apr 2027
Mileage
90,562 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,185 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y29 SAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
16 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y29 SAB was last recorded at 90,562 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 1,457 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,105 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,457 miles
Average per year
4,185 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,562 miles
  • 2025 – 89,105 miles
  • 2024 – 86,488 miles
  • 2023 – 80,668 miles
  • 2022 – 75,983 miles
  • 2021 – 71,478 miles
  • 2020 – 68,844 miles
  • 2019 – 65,332 miles
  • 2018 – 61,424 miles
  • 2017 – 58,618 miles
  • 2016 – 54,401 miles
  • 2015 – 50,445 miles
  • 2014 – 45,421 miles
  • 2013 – 38,846 miles
  • 2012 – 34,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,562 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside. 205/55-16 (5.2.3 (d) (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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front brake pads worn/low & brake disc's lipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,562 miles (+1,457)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    90,562 miles
    Test number
    869820127012
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside. 205/55-16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass89,105 miles (+116)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    89,105 miles
    Test number
    120338996179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail88,989 miles (+2,501)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,989 miles
    Test number
    587657894360
    • MajorNearside Front 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass86,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    86,488 miles
    Test number
    421963321593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail86,488 miles (+5,820)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,488 miles
    Test number
    217303296588
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass80,668 miles (+4,685)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    80,668 miles
    Test number
    230538558528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass75,983 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    75,983 miles
    Test number
    507112665715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail75,979 miles (+4,501)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,979 miles
    Test number
    340309161919
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  9. Pass71,478 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    71,478 miles
    Test number
    831387211864
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Fail71,478 miles (+2,634)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,478 miles
    Test number
    774013387378
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Pass68,844 miles (+3,512)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    68,844 miles
    Test number
    432305964428
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  12. Pass65,332 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    65,332 miles
    Test number
    589514178136
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edge

  13. Fail65,332 miles (+3,908)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,332 miles
    Test number
    183878586202
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edge

  14. Pass61,424 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    61,424 miles
    Test number
    237817261605
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm plus crackson outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracks on outer edge

  15. Fail61,424 miles (+2,806)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,424 miles
    Test number
    399382912860
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm plus crackson outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracks on outer edge

  16. Pass58,618 miles (+4,217)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    58,618 miles
    Test number
    263447937403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,401 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    54,401 miles
    Test number
    877431647670
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn/low & brake disc's lipped

  18. Fail54,400 miles (+3,955)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,400 miles
    Test number
    196774538327
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases manifold-downpipe area (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn/low & brake disc's lipped

  19. Pass50,445 miles (+5,024)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    50,445 miles
    Test number
    967862521149
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryRecommend steering alignment check due to tyre wear

  20. Pass45,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    45,421 miles
    Test number
    348834674447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail45,425 miles (+6,579)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,425 miles
    Test number
    436154874220
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass38,846 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    38,846 miles
    Test number
    248573913426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail38,845 miles (+4,023)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,845 miles
    Test number
    389868803186
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteRear tyres cracked/perished, 3mm

  24. Fail34,822 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,822 miles
    Test number
    758397342316
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass34,822 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    34,822 miles
    Test number
    928997342339
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y29 SAB

Does Y29 SAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y29 SAB is valid until 21 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y29 SAB?
The MOT on Y29 SAB is valid until 21 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y29 SAB done?
Y29 SAB was recorded at 90,562 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 4,185 miles a year.
Has Y29 SAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y29 SAB has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on Y29 SAB 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 SAB find?
Y29 SAB passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front brake hose slightly damaged; rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside. 205/55-16.

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