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Orange · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

K22 EMJMOT history

K22 EMJ is an orange petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 20 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 77,524 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
77,524 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,432 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K22 EMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K22 EMJ was last recorded at 77,524 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 2,441 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,083 miles · 21 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,441 miles
Average per year
3,432 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,524 miles
  • 2024 – 75,083 miles
  • 2023 – 67,449 miles
  • 2022 – 60,840 miles
  • 2021 – 55,644 miles
  • 2020 – 50,928 miles
  • 2019 – 46,802 miles
  • 2018 – 46,205 miles
  • 2017 – 44,404 miles
  • 2015 – 39,328 miles
  • 2014 – 38,701 miles
  • 2012 – 26,991 miles
  • 2011 – 21,315 miles
  • 2010 – 16,966 miles
  • 2009 – 14,893 miles
  • 2008 – 13,246 miles
  • 2007 – 11,804 miles
  • 2006 – 9,872 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,524 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,524 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    77,524 miles
    Test number
    905358342153
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail77,524 miles (+2,441)1 repaired3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,524 miles
    Test number
    262946454381
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass75,083 miles (+7,634)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    75,083 miles
    Test number
    412483278364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass67,449 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    67,449 miles
    Test number
    129437120016
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Fail67,449 miles (+6,609)1 dangerous2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,449 miles
    Test number
    858416664376
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Pass60,840 miles (+5,196)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    60,840 miles
    Test number
    638145777143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass55,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    55,644 miles
    Test number
    816789788620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail55,644 miles (+4,716)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,644 miles
    Test number
    110738833956
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  9. Pass50,928 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    50,928 miles
    Test number
    295365776929
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail50,928 miles (+4,126)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,928 miles
    Test number
    640695410773
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass46,802 miles (+597)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    46,802 miles
    Test number
    984841062062
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres perished/ sidewalls cracking
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass46,205 miles (+1,801)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    46,205 miles
    Test number
    201379126562

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass44,404 miles (+5,076)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    44,404 miles
    Test number
    763261568778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass39,328 miles (+627)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    39,328 miles
    Test number
    689729607138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail38,701 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,701 miles
    Test number
    429221784153
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  16. Pass38,701 miles (+11,710)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    38,701 miles
    Test number
    618101184145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,991 miles (+5,676)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    26,991 miles
    Test number
    228628152464
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside front outer sill damaged

  18. Pass21,315 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    21,315 miles
    Test number
    675515541180
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail21,315 miles (+4,349)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,315 miles
    Test number
    479975341111
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass16,966 miles (+2,073)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    16,966 miles
    Test number
    764017740183
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass14,893 miles (+1,647)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2010
    Odometer
    14,893 miles
    Test number
    140101049118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass13,246 miles (+1,442)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    13,246 miles
    Test number
    891005648195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass11,804 miles (+1,932)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    11,804 miles
    Test number
    950993047123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass9,872 miles (+173)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    9,872 miles
    Test number
    473360016262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass9,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    9,699 miles
    Test number
    374217486176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K22 EMJ

Does K22 EMJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K22 EMJ is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K22 EMJ?
The MOT on K22 EMJ is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K22 EMJ done?
K22 EMJ was recorded at 77,524 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 3,432 miles a year.
Has K22 EMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K22 EMJ has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on K22 EMJ 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 K22 EMJ find?
K22 EMJ passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 3 more.

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