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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y874 VBJMOT history

Y874 VBJ is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 1 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 23 Jun 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 121,833 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Jun 2023
Mileage
121,833 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,642 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y874 VBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jun 2023
Latest MOT test
30 May 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y874 VBJ was last recorded at 121,833 miles on 30 May 2023, 2,463 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,370 miles · 9 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
2,463 miles
Average per year
4,642 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 121,833 miles
  • 2022 – 119,370 miles
  • 2021 – 112,448 miles
  • 2020 – 105,842 miles
  • 2019 – 99,475 miles
  • 2018 – 94,021 miles
  • 2017 – 91,796 miles
  • 2016 – 88,513 miles
  • 2015 – 85,835 miles
  • 2014 – 82,915 miles
  • 2013 – 79,179 miles
  • 2012 – 74,450 miles
  • 2011 – 71,178 miles
  • 2010 – 67,820 miles
  • 2009 – 64,265 miles
  • 2008 – 56,349 miles
  • 2007 – 47,483 miles
  • 2006 – 42,841 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail121,833 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both no beam pattern (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective both perished (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play track rod arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on bald edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play track rod arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryMIL on
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened set - worn - heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySpare wheel fitted

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail121,833 miles (+2,463)8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,833 miles
    Test number
    450517782353
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both no beam pattern (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective both perished (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play track rod arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords on bald edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play track rod arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryMIL on
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened set - worn - heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel fitted

  2. Pass119,370 miles (+6,922)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    119,370 miles
    Test number
    855329371368
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass112,448 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    112,448 miles
    Test number
    711947217016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail112,448 miles (+6,606)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,448 miles
    Test number
    833225649725
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass105,842 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    105,842 miles
    Test number
    400852471063
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail105,842 miles (+6,367)4 dangerous6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,842 miles
    Test number
    981592104272
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205 / 55 R16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205 / 55 R16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass99,475 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    99,475 miles
    Test number
    498405789507
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail99,475 miles (+5,454)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,475 miles
    Test number
    705872829998
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass94,021 miles (+2,225)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    94,021 miles
    Test number
    324604831272
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres cracking

  10. Pass91,796 miles (+3,283)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    91,796 miles
    Test number
    637076519572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass88,513 miles (+2,678)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    88,513 miles
    Test number
    167800814348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass85,835 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    85,835 miles
    Test number
    885785055142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail85,835 miles (+2,920)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,835 miles
    Test number
    286714255198
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass82,915 miles (+3,736)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    82,915 miles
    Test number
    338953954140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass79,179 miles (+4,729)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    79,179 miles
    Test number
    427855253122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass74,450 miles (+3,272)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    74,450 miles
    Test number
    406402252115
    • 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. Pass71,178 miles (+3,358)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    71,178 miles
    Test number
    929804341109
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing edges
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing thin

  18. Fail67,820 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,820 miles
    Test number
    491121140164
    • Repaired at testOffside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass67,820 miles (+3,555)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    67,820 miles
    Test number
    891911740154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass64,265 miles (+7,916)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2010
    Odometer
    64,265 miles
    Test number
    881198639113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass56,349 miles (+8,866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    56,349 miles
    Test number
    882713248108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

  22. Pass47,483 miles (+4,642)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    47,483 miles
    Test number
    964566737180
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass42,841 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    42,841 miles
    Test number
    934684746113
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • 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)

Questions about Y874 VBJ

Does Y874 VBJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y874 VBJ expired on 23 Jun 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y874 VBJ?
The MOT on Y874 VBJ expired on 23 Jun 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y874 VBJ done?
Y874 VBJ was recorded at 121,833 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2023, an average of 4,642 miles a year.
Has Y874 VBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y874 VBJ has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2023.
Has the mileage on Y874 VBJ 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 Y874 VBJ find?
Y874 VBJ failed its latest MOT on 30 May 2023 with 8 major defects and 5 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both no beam pattern, and 10 more.

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