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Volkswagen Beetle

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,781 cc

Y33 GAWMOT history

Y33 GAW is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 20 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 92,154 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
92,154 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,669 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y33 GAW
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 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y33 GAW was last recorded at 92,154 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 43 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,111 miles · 14 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
43 miles
Average per year
4,669 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,154 miles
  • 2025 – 90,681 miles
  • 2024 – 89,528 miles
  • 2023 – 88,334 miles
  • 2022 – 88,233 miles
  • 2021 – 84,996 miles
  • 2020 – 80,422 miles
  • 2019 – 74,144 miles
  • 2018 – 68,930 miles
  • 2017 – 63,547 miles
  • 2016 – 58,895 miles
  • 2015 – 52,093 miles
  • 2014 – 45,145 miles
  • 2013 – 37,342 miles
  • 2012 – 30,311 miles
  • 2011 – 21,444 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,154 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,154 miles (+43)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    92,154 miles
    Test number
    871781849919
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail92,111 miles (+1,430)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,111 miles
    Test number
    515149831807
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking/perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cracking/perished (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass90,681 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    90,681 miles
    Test number
    274978411667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail90,681 miles (+1,153)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,681 miles
    Test number
    992182003303
    • Repaired at testElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass89,528 miles (+1,194)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    89,528 miles
    Test number
    478735356734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass88,334 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    88,334 miles
    Test number
    591638465612
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear end covered in black substance

  7. Fail88,334 miles (+101)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,334 miles
    Test number
    840967922014
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear end covered in black substance

  8. Pass88,233 miles (+3,237)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    88,233 miles
    Test number
    465031208081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass84,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    84,996 miles
    Test number
    527707592659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail84,992 miles (+4,570)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,992 miles
    Test number
    977647527842
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass80,422 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    80,422 miles
    Test number
    613318853846
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail80,422 miles (+6,278)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,422 miles
    Test number
    544726642675
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass74,144 miles (+5,214)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    74,144 miles
    Test number
    335744794729
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass68,930 miles (+5,383)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    68,930 miles
    Test number
    805021272070
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre 2mm
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside steering rack

  15. Pass63,547 miles (+4,652)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    63,547 miles
    Test number
    756343954798
    • AdvisorySlight play n/s rack end

  16. Pass58,895 miles (+6,802)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    58,895 miles
    Test number
    668685900352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner track rod has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake has a slight bind
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has light scratches in the swept area

  17. Pass52,093 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    52,093 miles
    Test number
    378849385010
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Fail52,092 miles (+6,947)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,092 miles
    Test number
    456309785010
    • 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)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass45,145 miles (+7,803)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    45,145 miles
    Test number
    899320894006
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • NotePlay in nearside stearing rack inner joint

  20. Pass37,342 miles (+7,031)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    37,342 miles
    Test number
    439877383053
    • NoteNearside front tyre on 1.6mm limit
    • NoteOffside front tyre on 2mm
    • NotePlay in nearside stearing rack

  21. Pass30,311 miles (+8,867)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,311 miles
    Test number
    515399572040
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  22. Pass21,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    21,444 miles
    Test number
    529089351042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y33 GAW

Does Y33 GAW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y33 GAW is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y33 GAW?
The MOT on Y33 GAW is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y33 GAW done?
Y33 GAW was recorded at 92,154 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 4,669 miles a year.
Has Y33 GAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y33 GAW has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y33 GAW 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 Y33 GAW find?
Y33 GAW passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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