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Black · Petrol · 2010 · 1,595 cc

K27 DSRMOT history

K27 DSR is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 12 Jul 2010. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jun 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 75,388 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2026.

K27 DSR black Volkswagen Beetle – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jun 2027
Mileage
75,388 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,330 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K27 DSR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
12 Jul 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K27 DSR was last recorded at 75,388 miles on 3 Jun 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,387 miles · 1 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,330 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,388 miles
  • 2025 – 68,602 miles
  • 2024 – 67,051 miles
  • 2023 – 65,589 miles
  • 2022 – 64,412 miles
  • 2020 – 63,397 miles
  • 2019 – 59,698 miles
  • 2018 – 56,368 miles
  • 2017 – 50,806 miles
  • 2016 – 45,666 miles
  • 2015 – 40,240 miles
  • 2014 – 34,185 miles
  • 2013 – 31,221 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,388 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))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.

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 27 Feb 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,388 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    75,388 miles
    Test number
    982603283326
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  2. Fail75,387 miles (+6,785)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,387 miles
    Test number
    260384071544
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  3. Pass68,602 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    68,602 miles
    Test number
    576309827827
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  4. Fail68,600 miles (+1,549)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,600 miles
    Test number
    712273934934
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass67,051 miles (+1,462)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    67,051 miles
    Test number
    644226270731

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass65,589 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    65,589 miles
    Test number
    437450399150
    • 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Fail65,588 miles (+1,176)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,588 miles
    Test number
    435250814419
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass64,412 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    64,412 miles
    Test number
    870488838567
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arms rear bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking between treads
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside sills corroding
  9. Fail64,412 miles (+1,015)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,412 miles
    Test number
    310892583416
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working door mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking at both edges of tread
    • AdvisoryBoth offside and nearside front lower suspension arm rear bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryBoth offside and nearside sills corroding
  10. Pass63,397 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    63,397 miles
    Test number
    825157829580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail63,395 miles (+1,005)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,395 miles
    Test number
    408738633783
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  12. Pass62,390 miles (+2,692)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    62,390 miles
    Test number
    917784445931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,698 miles (+3,330)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    59,698 miles
    Test number
    446362809792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,368 miles (+5,562)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    56,368 miles
    Test number
    603249640008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,806 miles (+5,140)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    50,806 miles
    Test number
    684025885576

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,666 miles (+5,426)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    45,666 miles
    Test number
    995428957653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,240 miles (+6,055)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    40,240 miles
    Test number
    228670255050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass34,185 miles (+2,964)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    34,185 miles
    Test number
    146457734434
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  19. Pass31,221 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    31,221 miles
    Test number
    609308753007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K27 DSR

Does K27 DSR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K27 DSR is valid until 4 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on K27 DSR?
The MOT on K27 DSR is valid until 4 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K27 DSR done?
K27 DSR was recorded at 75,388 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2026, an average of 3,330 miles a year.
Has K27 DSR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K27 DSR has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on K27 DSR 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 K27 DSR find?
K27 DSR passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect.

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