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Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,600 cc

Y889 UDXMOT history

Y889 UDX is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 30 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 18 Mar 2022 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 110,547 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Mar 2022
Mileage
110,547 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2022
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,988 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y889 UDX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,600 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Mar 2022
Latest MOT test
20 May 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y889 UDX was last recorded at 110,547 miles on 20 May 2022, 1,027 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,520 miles · 19 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
1,027 miles
Average per year
5,988 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 110,547 miles
  • 2021 – 109,520 miles
  • 2018 – 108,695 miles
  • 2017 – 107,469 miles
  • 2016 – 96,745 miles
  • 2015 – 80,162 miles
  • 2014 – 72,302 miles
  • 2013 – 67,955 miles
  • 2012 – 62,963 miles
  • 2011 – 56,681 miles
  • 2010 – 52,360 miles
  • 2009 – 38,385 miles
  • 2008 – 24,036 miles
  • 2007 – 18,214 miles
  • 2006 – 14,368 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail110,547 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perished in tread (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack weeping oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail110,547 miles (+1,027)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,547 miles
    Test number
    410229313632
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perished in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass109,520 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    109,520 miles
    Test number
    719410805175
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front light lens deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack weeping oil (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail109,518 miles (+823)1 dangerous6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,518 miles
    Test number
    695250916960
    • DangerousOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both front light lens deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack weeping oil (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass108,695 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    108,695 miles
    Test number
    373326026460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail108,694 miles (+1,225)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,694 miles
    Test number
    176470214817
    • 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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  6. Pass107,469 miles (+10,724)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    107,469 miles
    Test number
    220667779615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass96,745 miles (+16,583)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    96,745 miles
    Test number
    240073432634
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

  8. Pass80,162 miles (+7,860)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    80,162 miles
    Test number
    907743755142
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  9. Pass72,302 miles (+4,347)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    72,302 miles
    Test number
    287328344418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass67,955 miles (+4,992)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    67,955 miles
    Test number
    278674143138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,963 miles (+6,282)5 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    62,963 miles
    Test number
    136689342109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteAir box filter pipe is damaged
    • NoteEngine light is on
    • NoteOil leaking from rear of engine
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NotePossible tyre contact on offside front inner wheel arch no contact found
    • NoteRpm slightly high

  12. Pass56,681 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    56,681 miles
    Test number
    298776541443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail56,681 miles (+4,321)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,681 miles
    Test number
    895705441171
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  14. Pass52,360 miles (+9)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    52,360 miles
    Test number
    333672950174
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine management light on

  15. Fail52,351 miles (+13,966)6 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,351 miles
    Test number
    304968740144
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteEngine management light on

  16. Pass38,385 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    38,385 miles
    Test number
    701336249179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail38,347 miles (+14,311)10 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,347 miles
    Test number
    884803349115
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteEngine management light illuminated

  18. Pass24,036 miles (+5,822)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2009
    Odometer
    24,036 miles
    Test number
    950171138137
    • NoteEngine management light illuminated

  19. Pass18,214 miles (+3,846)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    18,214 miles
    Test number
    541981827144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  20. Pass14,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    14,368 miles
    Test number
    222757516492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y889 UDX

Does Y889 UDX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y889 UDX expired on 18 Mar 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y889 UDX?
The MOT on Y889 UDX expired on 18 Mar 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y889 UDX done?
Y889 UDX was recorded at 110,547 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2022, an average of 5,988 miles a year.
Has Y889 UDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y889 UDX has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2022.
Has the mileage on Y889 UDX 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 Y889 UDX find?
Y889 UDX failed its latest MOT on 20 May 2022 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 7 more.

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