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Volkswagen Beetle

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,596 cc

Y9 GROMOT history

Y9 GRO is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 18 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 102,513 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
102,513 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,411 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y9 GRO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
18 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y9 GRO was last recorded at 102,513 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,511 miles · 24 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,411 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,513 miles
  • 2025 – 95,825 miles
  • 2024 – 88,471 miles
  • 2023 – 82,183 miles
  • 2022 – 78,548 miles
  • 2021 – 72,352 miles
  • 2020 – 66,249 miles
  • 2019 – 61,961 miles
  • 2017 – 59,774 miles
  • 2016 – 58,555 miles
  • 2015 – 55,500 miles
  • 2014 – 49,533 miles
  • 2013 – 42,245 miles
  • 2012 – 33,609 miles
  • 2011 – 24,595 miles
  • 2010 – 18,932 miles
  • 2009 – 14,720 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,513 miles
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,513 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    102,513 miles
    Test number
    235457547572
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Fail102,511 miles (+6,686)1 dangerous4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,511 miles
    Test number
    709237438735
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass95,825 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    95,825 miles
    Test number
    664184358560
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail95,825 miles (+7,354)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,825 miles
    Test number
    665022922862
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass88,471 miles (+6,288)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    88,471 miles
    Test number
    805198992889
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass82,183 miles (+105)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    82,183 miles
    Test number
    512141493785
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail82,078 miles (+3,530)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,078 miles
    Test number
    983906019047
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively ALL 4 DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass78,548 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    78,548 miles
    Test number
    503263717501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail78,548 miles (+6,196)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,548 miles
    Test number
    422583988463
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass72,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    72,352 miles
    Test number
    628671878876

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail72,352 miles (+6,103)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,352 miles
    Test number
    886483031924
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass66,249 miles (+4,288)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    66,249 miles
    Test number
    625138394728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,961 miles (+2,187)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    61,961 miles
    Test number
    228651148447
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Offside and nearside front (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass59,774 miles (+1,219)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    59,774 miles
    Test number
    327836297421
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass58,555 miles (+3,055)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    58,555 miles
    Test number
    382210206956
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken but still fully supported
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass55,500 miles (+5,967)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    55,500 miles
    Test number
    246337413748
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken

  17. Pass49,533 miles (+7,288)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    49,533 miles
    Test number
    318147954356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,245 miles (+8,636)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    42,245 miles
    Test number
    929832353392
    • 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)
    • NoteCentre exhaust mounting corroded, snapped but system still supported

  19. Pass33,609 miles (+9,014)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    33,609 miles
    Test number
    998563852353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,595 miles (+5,663)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    24,595 miles
    Test number
    406478641352
    • NoteDamage evident nsr wheel/bumper

  21. Pass18,932 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    18,932 miles
    Test number
    804389140346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail18,829 miles (+4,109)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,829 miles
    Test number
    194521140313
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteOsf tyre close to bold on inner edge and sidewall perishing.

  23. Pass14,720 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    14,720 miles
    Test number
    124931449313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y9 GRO

Does Y9 GRO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y9 GRO is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y9 GRO?
The MOT on Y9 GRO is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y9 GRO done?
Y9 GRO was recorded at 102,513 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 5,411 miles a year.
Has Y9 GRO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y9 GRO has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y9 GRO 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 Y9 GRO find?
Y9 GRO passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; nearside front upper shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside front upper shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush.

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