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Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

Y3 JNMMOT history

Y3 JNM is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 10 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 28 Feb 2025 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 119,436 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Feb 2025
Mileage
119,436 mi
At MOT on 1 Mar 2024
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,263 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y3 JNM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y3 JNM was last recorded at 119,436 miles on 1 Mar 2024, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,428 miles · 20 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
3,263 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 119,436 miles
  • 2023 – 119,428 miles
  • 2019 – 115,066 miles
  • 2018 – 108,170 miles
  • 2017 – 103,375 miles
  • 2016 – 99,226 miles
  • 2015 – 93,657 miles
  • 2014 – 89,721 miles
  • 2013 – 86,131 miles
  • 2012 – 81,722 miles
  • 2011 – 77,927 miles
  • 2010 – 73,777 miles
  • 2009 – 69,629 miles
  • 2008 – 68,011 miles
  • 2007 – 65,289 miles
  • 2006 – 63,026 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,436 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,436 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    119,436 miles
    Test number
    871269448111
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail119,428 miles (+4,362)2 dangerous4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,428 miles
    Test number
    587920088315
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass115,066 miles (+6,896)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    115,066 miles
    Test number
    307909037534
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance target only just met

  4. Pass108,170 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    108,170 miles
    Test number
    516276191884
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail108,170 miles (+4,795)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,170 miles
    Test number
    506329831939
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass103,375 miles (+4,149)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    103,375 miles
    Test number
    219201096639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass99,226 miles (+5,569)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    99,226 miles
    Test number
    905205536593
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  8. Pass93,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    93,657 miles
    Test number
    346917461456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail93,657 miles (+3,936)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,657 miles
    Test number
    973194005787
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  10. Pass89,721 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    89,721 miles
    Test number
    118490614316
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  11. Fail89,706 miles (+3,575)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,706 miles
    Test number
    645563204359
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  12. Pass86,131 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    86,131 miles
    Test number
    118683723351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail86,131 miles (+4,409)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,131 miles
    Test number
    496001923321
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass81,722 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    81,722 miles
    Test number
    206861512335
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteSlight play in n/s steering arm

  15. Fail81,722 miles (+3,795)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,722 miles
    Test number
    418880312364
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteSlight play in n/s steering arm

  16. Fail77,927 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,927 miles
    Test number
    465824811421
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)

  17. Pass77,927 miles (+4,150)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    77,927 miles
    Test number
    485774311417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)

  18. Pass73,777 miles (+4,148)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    73,777 miles
    Test number
    740391300331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass69,629 miles (+1,618)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    69,629 miles
    Test number
    644377209314
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  20. Fail68,011 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,011 miles
    Test number
    541824608305
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteAIR BAG LANP IS ON INDICATING FAULT

  21. Pass68,011 miles (+2,722)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    68,011 miles
    Test number
    652304308346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteAIR BAG LANP IS ON INDICATING FAULT

  22. Pass65,289 miles (+2,263)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    65,289 miles
    Test number
    421230327455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass63,026 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    63,026 miles
    Test number
    120330826302
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y3 JNM

Does Y3 JNM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y3 JNM expired on 28 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y3 JNM?
The MOT on Y3 JNM expired on 28 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y3 JNM done?
Y3 JNM was recorded at 119,436 miles at its MOT on 1 Mar 2024, an average of 3,263 miles a year.
Has Y3 JNM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y3 JNM has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on Y3 JNM 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 Y3 JNM find?
Y3 JNM passed its latest MOT on 1 Mar 2024 with 3 advisories: offside front coil spring corroded; oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides.

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