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Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y873 TEHMOT history

Y873 TEH is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 18 May 2023 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 170,104 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 18 May 2023
Mileage
170,104 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,890 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y873 TEH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 May 2023
Latest MOT test
22 May 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y873 TEH was last recorded at 170,104 miles on 22 May 2023, 4,856 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,248 miles · 19 May 2022
Between the last two tests
4,856 miles
Average per year
6,890 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 170,104 miles
  • 2022 – 165,248 miles
  • 2021 – 158,004 miles
  • 2019 – 148,106 miles
  • 2018 – 145,231 miles
  • 2017 – 142,920 miles
  • 2016 – 140,645 miles
  • 2015 – 134,280 miles
  • 2014 – 127,716 miles
  • 2013 – 118,736 miles
  • 2012 – 106,965 miles
  • 2011 – 98,419 miles
  • 2010 – 89,042 miles
  • 2009 – 76,904 miles
  • 2008 – 66,113 miles
  • 2007 – 55,469 miles
  • 2006 – 51,224 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail170,104 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorHeadlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill corroded and floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 40% (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) badly worn
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

What MOT failures 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.

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/r and o/s/r

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail170,104 miles (+4,856)1 dangerous11 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,104 miles
    Test number
    213864641997
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill corroded and floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 40% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) badly worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strut top (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass165,248 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    165,248 miles
    Test number
    969986715596
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/r and o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f floor corroding

  3. Fail165,248 miles (+7,244)2 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,248 miles
    Test number
    413746016868
    • 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))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/r and o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f floor corroding

  4. Pass158,004 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2022
    Odometer
    158,004 miles
    Test number
    900064045158
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Fail158,004 miles (+9,898)1 dangerous3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,004 miles
    Test number
    386043302375
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 40% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass148,106 miles (+295)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    148,106 miles
    Test number
    513100088114
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail147,811 miles (+2,580)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,811 miles
    Test number
    285821858122
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass145,231 miles (+2,311)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2019
    Odometer
    145,231 miles
    Test number
    276674154529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass142,920 miles (+2,275)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    142,920 miles
    Test number
    407656352987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass140,645 miles (+6,365)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    140,645 miles
    Test number
    258735667276
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipe near rear flexy (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  11. Pass134,280 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    134,280 miles
    Test number
    387248855060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteOil level very low in engine

  12. Fail134,280 miles (+6,564)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,280 miles
    Test number
    386558655027
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteOil level very low in engine

  13. Pass127,716 miles (+44)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    127,716 miles
    Test number
    949067354012
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail127,672 miles (+8,936)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,672 miles
    Test number
    837916854025
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass118,736 miles (+11,771)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    118,736 miles
    Test number
    536750053028
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteTraction control MIL on which could be a fail at a later date

  16. Pass106,965 miles (+8,546)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    106,965 miles
    Test number
    359237942057
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Fail98,419 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,419 miles
    Test number
    109855351041
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass98,419 miles (+9,377)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    98,419 miles
    Test number
    306635151051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass89,042 miles (+140)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    89,042 miles
    Test number
    904216640075
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail88,902 miles (+11,998)1 dangerous8 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,902 miles
    Test number
    383956430009
    • DangerousOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass76,904 miles (+10,791)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    76,904 miles
    Test number
    643525349034
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass66,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    66,113 miles
    Test number
    982993158099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail66,113 miles (+10,644)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,113 miles
    Test number
    882093658081
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  24. Pass55,469 miles (+4,245)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    55,469 miles
    Test number
    413304457054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass51,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    51,224 miles
    Test number
    100289846053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y873 TEH

Does Y873 TEH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y873 TEH expired on 18 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y873 TEH?
The MOT on Y873 TEH expired on 18 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y873 TEH done?
Y873 TEH was recorded at 170,104 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2023, an average of 6,890 miles a year.
Has Y873 TEH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y873 TEH has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2023.
Has the mileage on Y873 TEH 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 Y873 TEH find?
Y873 TEH failed its latest MOT on 22 May 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 11 major defects, 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside rear inner brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault, and 18 more.

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