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Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

Y905 MNTMOT history

Y905 MNT is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 18 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 132,195 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jul 2027
Mileage
132,195 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,901 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y905 MNT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y905 MNT was last recorded at 132,195 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 987 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,208 miles · 28 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
987 miles
Average per year
4,901 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,195 miles
  • 2024 – 131,208 miles
  • 2023 – 123,911 miles
  • 2022 – 117,708 miles
  • 2021 – 112,770 miles
  • 2020 – 111,709 miles
  • 2019 – 111,626 miles
  • 2018 – 108,142 miles
  • 2017 – 106,063 miles
  • 2016 – 98,396 miles
  • 2015 – 91,736 miles
  • 2014 – 84,418 miles
  • 2013 – 80,250 miles
  • 2012 – 74,586 miles
  • 2011 – 65,199 miles
  • 2010 – 57,317 miles
  • 2008 – 50,234 miles
  • 2007 – 43,495 miles
  • 2006 – 35,000 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,195 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass132,195 miles (+987)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    132,195 miles
    Test number
    942655606645
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass131,208 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    131,208 miles
    Test number
    224613037934

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail131,182 miles (+7,271)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,182 miles
    Test number
    483457362440
    • MajorCentral Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  4. Pass123,911 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2024
    Odometer
    123,911 miles
    Test number
    760482519390
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail123,909 miles (+6,201)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,909 miles
    Test number
    594169117111
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass117,708 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2023
    Odometer
    117,708 miles
    Test number
    428621504017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking break just met min requirments

  7. Fail117,708 miles (+4,938)6 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,708 miles
    Test number
    467113572383
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking break just met min requirments

  8. Pass112,770 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    112,770 miles
    Test number
    765960203567
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded pipes too rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  9. Fail112,760 miles (+1,051)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,760 miles
    Test number
    459622845685
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill section (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded pipes too rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  10. Pass111,709 miles (+83)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    111,709 miles
    Test number
    798113205013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail111,626 miles (+1,250)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,626 miles
    Test number
    449394819142
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  12. Pass110,376 miles (+2,234)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    110,376 miles
    Test number
    355111270849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass108,142 miles (+2,079)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    108,142 miles
    Test number
    401812804541

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass106,063 miles (+17)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    106,063 miles
    Test number
    883694802998
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Fail106,046 miles (+7,650)2 failures1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,046 miles
    Test number
    957747367087
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)

  16. Pass98,396 miles (+6,660)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    98,396 miles
    Test number
    818760528434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Pass91,736 miles (+7,318)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    91,736 miles
    Test number
    806074755051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass84,418 miles (+4,168)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    84,418 miles
    Test number
    756775454028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass80,250 miles (+5,664)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    80,250 miles
    Test number
    259592553063
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  20. Pass74,586 miles (+9,387)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    74,586 miles
    Test number
    476297522022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,199 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    65,199 miles
    Test number
    196696651045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail65,152 miles (+7,835)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,152 miles
    Test number
    625049841045
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteSlight play in offside and nearside steering arms

  23. Pass57,317 miles (+7,083)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    57,317 miles
    Test number
    304868440052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass50,234 miles (+6,739)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    50,234 miles
    Test number
    394593368460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass43,495 miles (+8,495)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    43,495 miles
    Test number
    593747957260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass35,000 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    35,000 miles
    Test number
    463023166274
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about Y905 MNT

Does Y905 MNT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y905 MNT is valid until 19 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y905 MNT?
The MOT on Y905 MNT is valid until 19 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y905 MNT done?
Y905 MNT was recorded at 132,195 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 4,901 miles a year.
Has Y905 MNT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y905 MNT has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on Y905 MNT 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 Y905 MNT find?
Y905 MNT passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all; brake pedal wearing smooth, and 2 more.

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