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Green · Petrol · 2002 · 1,596 cc

Y40 FUNMOT history

Y40 FUN is a green petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 27 May 2002. Its MOT expired on 16 Sept 2026 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 133,971 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Sept 2026
Mileage
133,971 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2025
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,645 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y40 FUN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
27 May 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y40 FUN was last recorded at 133,971 miles on 17 Sept 2025, 68 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,903 miles · 11 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
68 miles
Average per year
5,645 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 133,971 miles
  • 2024 – 133,903 miles
  • 2023 – 133,636 miles
  • 2022 – 131,348 miles
  • 2021 – 128,794 miles
  • 2019 – 125,400 miles
  • 2018 – 119,947 miles
  • 2017 – 113,883 miles
  • 2016 – 104,151 miles
  • 2015 – 95,629 miles
  • 2014 – 91,188 miles
  • 2013 – 87,165 miles
  • 2012 – 81,073 miles
  • 2011 – 74,756 miles
  • 2010 – 66,160 miles
  • 2009 – 59,565 miles
  • 2008 – 42,931 miles
  • 2007 – 33,031 miles
  • 2006 – 24,920 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,971 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • O/s and n/s front inner sills holed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 24 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,971 miles (+68)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    133,971 miles
    Test number
    652011135891
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill corroded and holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass133,903 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    133,903 miles
    Test number
    683364209449
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s front inner sills holed

  3. Fail133,903 miles (+18)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,903 miles
    Test number
    525698215177
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorRear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.5.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s front inner sills holed

  4. Fail133,885 miles (+249)13 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,885 miles
    Test number
    922201662248
    • MajorFront Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body panel slightly loose wing rear lower mounting point (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryEml is on

  5. Pass133,636 miles (+2,288)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    133,636 miles
    Test number
    374168465651
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass131,348 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    131,348 miles
    Test number
    734510352387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail131,339 miles (+2,545)1 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,339 miles
    Test number
    701809464753
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside 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))

  8. Pass128,794 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    128,794 miles
    Test number
    445028619544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail128,793 miles (+3,393)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,793 miles
    Test number
    917687075747
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust blowing (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass125,400 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    125,400 miles
    Test number
    328791477565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail125,400 miles (+5,453)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,400 miles
    Test number
    413412030440
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction eml light on (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass119,947 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    119,947 miles
    Test number
    519556441202
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs showing signs of wear

  13. Fail119,947 miles (+6,064)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,947 miles
    Test number
    129928341997
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs showing signs of wear

  14. Pass113,883 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    113,883 miles
    Test number
    516966796609
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp on

  15. Fail113,882 miles (+8)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,882 miles
    Test number
    195325816110
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine management lamp on

  16. Fail113,874 miles (+9,723)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,874 miles
    Test number
    401015956432
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureEmissions not tested emissions test aborted as unable to maintain correct engine speed. (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded n/s rear inner sill holed and corroded. (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded o/s rear inner sill holed and corroded. (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass104,151 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    104,151 miles
    Test number
    485905492983
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs poor condition
    • AdvisoryTraction control light on

  18. Fail104,151 miles (+8,522)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,151 miles
    Test number
    378102070868
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs poor condition
    • AdvisoryTraction control light on

  19. Pass95,629 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    95,629 miles
    Test number
    349483656062
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp snapped but exhaust still secure
    • AdvisoryExhaust hangers corroded
    • AdvisoryFront & Rear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Nearside & Offside (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment Nearside & Offside (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail95,629 miles (+4,441)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,629 miles
    Test number
    740080325661
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp snapped but exhaust still secure
    • AdvisoryExhaust hangers corroded
    • AdvisoryFront & Rear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Nearside & Offside (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment Nearside & Offside (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass91,188 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    91,188 miles
    Test number
    187945594185
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCentre exhaust clamp deteriorated
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  22. Fail91,188 miles (+4,023)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,188 miles
    Test number
    466125494148
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCentre exhaust clamp deteriorated
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  23. Pass87,165 miles (+6,092)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    87,165 miles
    Test number
    265927593448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass81,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    81,073 miles
    Test number
    908855172188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail81,073 miles (+6,317)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,073 miles
    Test number
    209705872420
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

  26. Pass74,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    74,756 miles
    Test number
    238551181402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail74,756 miles (+8,596)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,756 miles
    Test number
    648051481108
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  28. Pass66,160 miles (+6,595)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    66,160 miles
    Test number
    221588690489
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  29. Pass59,565 miles (+16,634)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    59,565 miles
    Test number
    323538949129
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass42,931 miles (+9,900)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    42,931 miles
    Test number
    294834628110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass33,031 miles (+8,111)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    33,031 miles
    Test number
    141351637115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass24,920 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    24,920 miles
    Test number
    290374946189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y40 FUN

Does Y40 FUN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y40 FUN expired on 16 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y40 FUN?
The MOT on Y40 FUN expired on 16 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y40 FUN done?
Y40 FUN was recorded at 133,971 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2025, an average of 5,645 miles a year.
Has Y40 FUN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y40 FUN has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on Y40 FUN 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 Y40 FUN find?
Y40 FUN passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill corroded and holed; nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill corroded and holed.

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