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Volkswagen Beetle

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,781 cc

Y30 GLEMOT history

Y30 GLE is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 20 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 25 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 79,856 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Feb 2027
Mileage
79,856 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,010 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y30 GLE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,781 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y30 GLE was last recorded at 79,856 miles on 21 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,856 miles · 20 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,010 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,856 miles
  • 2025 – 76,754 miles
  • 2024 – 73,102 miles
  • 2023 – 70,083 miles
  • 2022 – 67,319 miles
  • 2021 – 64,214 miles
  • 2020 – 63,340 miles
  • 2019 – 59,266 miles
  • 2018 – 53,191 miles
  • 2017 – 46,561 miles
  • 2016 – 42,917 miles
  • 2015 – 37,687 miles
  • 2014 – 32,531 miles
  • 2013 – 27,370 miles
  • 2012 – 22,468 miles
  • 2011 – 20,929 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,856 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,856 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    79,856 miles
    Test number
    148014278441
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail79,856 miles (+3,102)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,856 miles
    Test number
    867104599955
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass76,754 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    76,754 miles
    Test number
    167990846301
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail76,743 miles (+3,641)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,743 miles
    Test number
    543831621148
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass73,102 miles (+3,019)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    73,102 miles
    Test number
    380058987967
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass70,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    70,083 miles
    Test number
    210378748592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail70,083 miles (+2,764)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,083 miles
    Test number
    300226739516
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass67,319 miles (+3,105)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    67,319 miles
    Test number
    836740279246
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass64,214 miles (+874)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    64,214 miles
    Test number
    921405423680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass63,340 miles (+4,074)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    63,340 miles
    Test number
    578705884682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass59,266 miles (+6,075)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    59,266 miles
    Test number
    351873697531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    53,191 miles
    Test number
    393932033302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail53,191 miles (+6,630)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,191 miles
    Test number
    539993294351
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass46,561 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    46,561 miles
    Test number
    518293257534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass46,539 miles (+3,622)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    46,539 miles
    Test number
    249473980309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,917 miles (+5,230)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    42,917 miles
    Test number
    734544536308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,687 miles (+5,156)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    37,687 miles
    Test number
    586057345076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,531 miles (+5,161)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    32,531 miles
    Test number
    568425054070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,370 miles (+4,902)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    27,370 miles
    Test number
    965486743066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,468 miles (+1,539)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    22,468 miles
    Test number
    165250062012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    20,929 miles
    Test number
    256304161491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y30 GLE

Does Y30 GLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y30 GLE is valid until 25 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y30 GLE?
The MOT on Y30 GLE is valid until 25 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y30 GLE done?
Y30 GLE was recorded at 79,856 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2026, an average of 4,010 miles a year.
Has Y30 GLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y30 GLE has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y30 GLE 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 Y30 GLE find?
Y30 GLE passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front seat belt buckle slightly damaged, and 1 more.

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