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Red · Petrol · 2005 · 1,596 cc

Y3 VJJMOT history

Y3 VJJ is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 11 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 27 Jan 2024 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 86,622 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jan 2024
Mileage
86,622 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2023
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,522 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y3 VJJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
11 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y3 VJJ was last recorded at 86,622 miles on 28 Jan 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,622 miles · 18 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,522 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 86,622 miles
  • 2021 – 83,391 miles
  • 2019 – 77,251 miles
  • 2018 – 73,746 miles
  • 2017 – 72,279 miles
  • 2016 – 67,659 miles
  • 2015 – 63,409 miles
  • 2014 – 57,702 miles
  • 2013 – 49,244 miles
  • 2012 – 44,089 miles
  • 2011 – 36,681 miles
  • 2010 – 29,831 miles
  • 2009 – 24,015 miles
  • 2008 – 19,225 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,622 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight weep of grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryGenerally quite rusty underneathRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

18 tests since 3 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,622 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    86,622 miles
    Test number
    729441404629
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight weep of grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryGenerally quite rusty underneath

  2. Fail86,622 miles (+3,231)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,622 miles
    Test number
    152779043620
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight weep of grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryGenerally quite rusty underneath

  3. Pass83,391 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    83,391 miles
    Test number
    664302833601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail83,391 miles (+6,140)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,391 miles
    Test number
    837561772785
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass77,251 miles (+3,505)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    77,251 miles
    Test number
    245907054981
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt bothside rear.
    • AdvisoryFront to rear exhaust system badly corroded in places.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake discs worn in centre , and corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front machpherson top bush play.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake binding slightly, should investigate.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre outer wall cracking.
    • AdvisoryBothside rear brake pads worn almost to legal limit, should replace.

  6. Pass73,746 miles (+1,467)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    73,746 miles
    Test number
    612076960355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass72,279 miles (+4,620)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    72,279 miles
    Test number
    240925792109
    • AdvisoryCentre stop light illuminates has gaps in light output
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass67,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    67,659 miles
    Test number
    797224177527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail67,659 miles (+4,250)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,659 miles
    Test number
    745960613520
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both wiper blades split (8.2.2)

  10. Pass63,409 miles (+5,707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    63,409 miles
    Test number
    998236600346
    • AdvisoryExhaust centre brackets/mounts broken but system still supported

  11. Pass57,702 miles (+8,458)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    57,702 miles
    Test number
    197006674253
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass49,244 miles (+1,239)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    49,244 miles
    Test number
    749746853289
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSome high level brake light LED'S inoperative

  13. Pass48,005 miles (+3,916)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    48,005 miles
    Test number
    908016853114
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCenter exhaust mount broken from pipe

  14. Pass44,089 miles (+7,408)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    44,089 miles
    Test number
    798807562170
    • AdvisoryStop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass36,681 miles (+6,850)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    36,681 miles
    Test number
    346848061062
    • NoteFront brake disc rusty

  16. Pass29,831 miles (+5,816)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    29,831 miles
    Test number
    182170870406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  17. Pass24,015 miles (+4,790)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    24,015 miles
    Test number
    212278779001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass19,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    19,225 miles
    Test number
    303373168060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y3 VJJ

Does Y3 VJJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y3 VJJ expired on 27 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y3 VJJ?
The MOT on Y3 VJJ expired on 27 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y3 VJJ done?
Y3 VJJ was recorded at 86,622 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2023, an average of 4,522 miles a year.
Has Y3 VJJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y3 VJJ has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on Y3 VJJ 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 VJJ find?
Y3 VJJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2023 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight weep of grease; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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