59D - VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
MOT: Not validGB
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Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 16 MOT tests
This 2007 Volkswagen Beetle (registration 59D) is a beige petrol vehicle with a 1984cc engine. It has a recorded mileage of 94,466 miles. The car's latest MOT was conducted on 7 May 2024, with a valid expiry date of 6 May 2025, and no advisory notes were recorded. The vehicle is currently taxed. The MOT is not valid at present, but the upcoming test is scheduled. The vehicle's CO2 emissions are 222 g/km. The first registration was in August 2007. No additional mechanical or advisories are noted.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
16
Passed Tests
14
Failed Tests
2
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 07 May 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 94,466 mi
Expires: 06 May 2025
Passed - 16 August 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 86,719 mi
Expires: 24 August 2023
Passed - 25 August 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 83,332 mi
Expires: 24 August 2022
Passed - 18 August 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 79,632 mi
Expires: 17 August 2021
Minor Defects:
- Minor Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Passed - 15 August 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 76,548 mi
Expires: 14 August 2020
Minor Defects:
- Minor Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone A smaller than 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))
- Minor Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear seatbelt frayed
- Advisory Power steering close to minimum mark (2.1.5 (b) (i))
- Advisory Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed - 27 July 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 73,078 mi
Expires: 10 August 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front wipers slightly worn
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed - 25 July 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 70,527 mi
Expires: 10 August 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
- Advisory service brake efficiency only just met requirements
Failed - 24 July 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 70,526 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Rear tyre tread cut not showing core
- Advisory Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
- Advisory service brake efficiency only just met requirements
Passed - 10 August 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 66,547 mi
Expires: 10 August 2017
Passed - 11 August 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 61,731 mi
Expires: 10 August 2016
Failed - 07 August 2015 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 61,731 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Offside Rear Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- Dangerous Offside and Nearside outer and Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
Passed - 05 August 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 56,630 mi
Expires: 10 August 2015
Passed - 05 August 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 50,269 mi
Expires: 10 August 2014
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Passed - 25 July 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 44,298 mi
Expires: 10 August 2013
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
- Advisory Offside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
Passed - 11 August 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 37,256 mi
Expires: 10 August 2012
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- Advisory Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Passed - 31 July 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 25,466 mi
Expires: 02 August 2011
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for 59D?
The MOT expires on 06 May 2025.
What is the tax status of 59D?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 August 2025.
What are the specifications of 59D?
This is a 2007 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE in Beige. It runs on Petrol with a 1984cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of 59D?
This vehicle produces 222 g/km of CO2 emissions.