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Volkswagen Beetle

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,596 cc

Y5 PGAMOT history

Y5 PGA is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 6 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 134,850 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Aug 2027
Mileage
134,850 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,390 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y5 PGA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y5 PGA was last recorded at 134,850 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,846 miles · 3 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
7,390 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,850 miles
  • 2025 – 129,632 miles
  • 2024 – 124,222 miles
  • 2023 – 119,015 miles
  • 2022 – 111,947 miles
  • 2021 – 107,350 miles
  • 2020 – 103,715 miles
  • 2019 – 100,144 miles
  • 2018 – 98,351 miles
  • 2017 – 91,350 miles
  • 2016 – 82,628 miles
  • 2015 – 71,312 miles
  • 2014 – 59,982 miles
  • 2013 – 36,805 miles
  • 2012 – 20,340 miles
  • 2011 – 15,643 miles
  • 2010 – 11,834 miles
  • 2009 – 8,631 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,850 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 6 Jul 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,850 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    134,850 miles
    Test number
    715801682116
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail134,846 miles (+5,214)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,846 miles
    Test number
    961001139277
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass129,632 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    129,632 miles
    Test number
    845397528823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail129,618 miles (+5,396)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,618 miles
    Test number
    277559543490
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass124,222 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    124,222 miles
    Test number
    908939839466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail124,203 miles (+5,188)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,203 miles
    Test number
    353973341444
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass119,015 miles (+7,068)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    119,015 miles
    Test number
    940750070680
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass111,947 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    111,947 miles
    Test number
    243605941255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail111,946 miles (+4,596)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,946 miles
    Test number
    823487414472
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass107,350 miles (+3,635)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    107,350 miles
    Test number
    609332714757
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNear side rear park brake effort below expectation

  11. Pass103,715 miles (+3,571)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    103,715 miles
    Test number
    552123243030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass100,144 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    100,144 miles
    Test number
    791621599496
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail100,144 miles (+1,793)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,144 miles
    Test number
    931618403878
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass98,351 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    98,351 miles
    Test number
    992738186931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail98,346 miles (+6,996)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,346 miles
    Test number
    585987259518
    • MajorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  16. Pass91,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    91,350 miles
    Test number
    271404258724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail91,350 miles (+8,722)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,350 miles
    Test number
    770998715164
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass82,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    82,628 miles
    Test number
    203149641237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail82,628 miles (+11,316)5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,628 miles
    Test number
    663764356097
    • Repaired at testNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass71,312 miles (+11,330)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    71,312 miles
    Test number
    286044795425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass59,982 miles (+23,177)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    59,982 miles
    Test number
    247468794492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,805 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    36,805 miles
    Test number
    458193983189
    • NoteSlight damage to sidewalls o/s/f and n/s/r tyres 225/40zr18w

  23. Fail36,805 miles (+16,465)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,805 miles
    Test number
    469843783170
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteSlight damage to sidewalls o/s/f and n/s/r tyres 225/40zr18w

  24. Pass20,340 miles (+4,697)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    20,340 miles
    Test number
    429344772109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass15,643 miles (+3,809)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    15,643 miles
    Test number
    107143331162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass11,834 miles (+3,203)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    11,834 miles
    Test number
    693007570128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass8,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    8,631 miles
    Test number
    753007489173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y5 PGA

Does Y5 PGA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y5 PGA is valid until 6 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y5 PGA?
The MOT on Y5 PGA is valid until 6 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y5 PGA done?
Y5 PGA was recorded at 134,850 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 7,390 miles a year.
Has Y5 PGA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y5 PGA has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on Y5 PGA 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 Y5 PGA find?
Y5 PGA passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both side; nearside rear coil spring corroded; power steering pump has slight seepage.

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