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Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y884 EBAMOT history

Y884 EBA is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 29 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 20 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 126,281 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Dec 2026
Mileage
126,281 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2025
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,302 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y884 EBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y884 EBA was last recorded at 126,281 miles on 2 Dec 2025, 202 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,079 miles · 17 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
202 miles
Average per year
4,302 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 126,281 miles
  • 2024 – 126,079 miles
  • 2023 – 125,808 miles
  • 2022 – 124,437 miles
  • 2021 – 123,000 miles
  • 2020 – 120,135 miles
  • 2019 – 116,757 miles
  • 2018 – 111,059 miles
  • 2017 – 106,070 miles
  • 2016 – 102,728 miles
  • 2015 – 90,168 miles
  • 2014 – 77,663 miles
  • 2013 – 65,038 miles
  • 2012 – 52,205 miles
  • 2011 – 50,123 miles
  • 2010 – 47,934 miles
  • 2009 – 46,271 miles
  • 2008 – 45,464 miles
  • 2007 – 44,812 miles
  • 2006 – 42,169 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,281 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to and from flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to and from flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Coil spring corroded all 4 springs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,281 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    126,281 miles
    Test number
    679750145389
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to and from flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to and from flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail126,281 miles (+202)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,281 miles
    Test number
    655417926481
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to and from flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to and from flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass126,079 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    126,079 miles
    Test number
    878397465694
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail126,079 miles (+271)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,079 miles
    Test number
    542031763375
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass125,808 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    125,808 miles
    Test number
    223393273721
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryAll front axles rusty
    • AdvisoryFront brake calipers rusty

  6. Fail125,800 miles (+1,363)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,800 miles
    Test number
    213673546304
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively rubber split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryAll front axles rusty
    • AdvisoryFront brake calipers rusty

  7. Pass124,437 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    124,437 miles
    Test number
    939218998037
    • AdvisoryGenerally rusty at all of the under areas

  8. Fail124,437 miles (+1,437)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,437 miles
    Test number
    481282338694
    • MajorEmissions not tested rear exhaust box blowing to excess unable to read emmisions (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGenerally rusty at all of the under areas

  9. Pass123,000 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    123,000 miles
    Test number
    359203504694
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test from mirror
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box blowing (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail123,000 miles (+2,865)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,000 miles
    Test number
    944654379869
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test from mirror
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box blowing (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass120,135 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    120,135 miles
    Test number
    633159453092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail120,135 miles (+3,378)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,135 miles
    Test number
    589389756718
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass116,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    116,757 miles
    Test number
    158403469343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail116,757 miles (+5,698)1 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,757 miles
    Test number
    353011802092
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass111,059 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    111,059 miles
    Test number
    665734941968
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  16. Fail111,059 miles (+4,989)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,059 miles
    Test number
    865224803268
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  17. Pass106,070 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    106,070 miles
    Test number
    240881428980
    • AdvisoryNail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit And Sidewall cracking/perishing (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Near to 2mm wear bar indicators (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight freeplay (Lift) Both front struts

  18. Fail106,070 miles (+3,342)1 dangerous1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,070 miles
    Test number
    943499472421
    • DangerousStop lamp not working All (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit And Sidewall cracking/perishing (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Near to 2mm wear bar indicators (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight freeplay (Lift) Both front struts

  19. Pass102,728 miles (+12,560)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    102,728 miles
    Test number
    561565277309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass90,168 miles (+12,505)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    90,168 miles
    Test number
    683447507044
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass77,663 miles (+12,625)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    77,663 miles
    Test number
    345698534362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass65,038 miles (+12,833)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    65,038 miles
    Test number
    147216243309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass52,205 miles (+655)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    52,205 miles
    Test number
    809363252383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass51,550 miles (+1,427)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    51,550 miles
    Test number
    986251232147
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass50,123 miles (+2,189)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    50,123 miles
    Test number
    829559521125
    • NoteFront discs slight corrosion on inner face
    • NoteRear pads getting low

  26. Pass47,934 miles (+1,663)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    47,934 miles
    Test number
    710157320192
    • NoteFront number plate starting to crack

  27. Pass46,271 miles (+807)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2010
    Odometer
    46,271 miles
    Test number
    413024239103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass45,464 miles (+652)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    45,464 miles
    Test number
    734499928142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass44,812 miles (+2,643)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    44,812 miles
    Test number
    680827637113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass42,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    42,169 miles
    Test number
    924175636113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail42,169 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,169 miles
    Test number
    901545036195
    • FailureBrake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Questions about Y884 EBA

Does Y884 EBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y884 EBA is valid until 20 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y884 EBA?
The MOT on Y884 EBA is valid until 20 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y884 EBA done?
Y884 EBA was recorded at 126,281 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2025, an average of 4,302 miles a year.
Has Y884 EBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y884 EBA has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on Y884 EBA 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 Y884 EBA find?
Y884 EBA passed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2025 with 7 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to and from flexi, and 4 more.

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