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Volkswagen Beetle

Red · Petrol · 2010 · 1,595 cc

K30 DSBMOT history

K30 DSB is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 17 Sept 2010. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 97,645 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2025.

K30 DSB red Volkswagen Beetle – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 25 Sept 2026
Mileage
97,645 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2025
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,842 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K30 DSB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
17 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K30 DSB was last recorded at 97,645 miles on 26 Sept 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,645 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,842 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,645 miles
  • 2024 – 92,141 miles
  • 2023 – 86,329 miles
  • 2022 – 81,740 miles
  • 2021 – 75,978 miles
  • 2020 – 71,779 miles
  • 2019 – 67,716 miles
  • 2018 – 62,881 miles
  • 2017 – 57,251 miles
  • 2016 – 53,080 miles
  • 2015 – 50,239 miles
  • 2014 – 44,607 miles
  • 2013 – 39,348 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,645 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both Sills

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2024

  • Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,645 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    97,645 miles
    Test number
    689523001774
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail97,645 miles (+5,504)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,645 miles
    Test number
    935880690039
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass92,141 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    92,141 miles
    Test number
    465433684377
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both Sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Fail92,141 miles (+5,812)1 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,141 miles
    Test number
    347642541794
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both Sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass86,329 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    86,329 miles
    Test number
    535220561104
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security BOTH Sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Fail86,327 miles (+4,587)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,327 miles
    Test number
    916356693602
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security BOTH Sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Pass81,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    81,740 miles
    Test number
    202368582024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail81,740 miles (+5,762)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,740 miles
    Test number
    106077022265
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass75,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    75,978 miles
    Test number
    184021756161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail75,978 miles (+4,199)3 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,978 miles
    Test number
    251016714245
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass71,779 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    71,779 miles
    Test number
    707342342466
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Clamp corroded and split (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge between 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail71,779 miles (+4,063)3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,779 miles
    Test number
    756837745824
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Clamp corroded and split (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge between 2-3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass67,716 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    67,716 miles
    Test number
    982841264202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front and rear sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres cracking and perished. 205/55/16/91/V (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Fail67,716 miles (+4,835)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,716 miles
    Test number
    161505787327
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front and rear sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres cracking and perished. 205/55/16/91/V (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  15. Pass62,881 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    62,881 miles
    Test number
    237931062735
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  16. Fail62,881 miles (+5,630)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,881 miles
    Test number
    813017353416
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  17. Pass57,251 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    57,251 miles
    Test number
    242342310409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail57,251 miles (+4,171)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,251 miles
    Test number
    351500979232
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass53,080 miles (+2,841)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    53,080 miles
    Test number
    724888558229
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront arm back bushes perished

  20. Pass50,239 miles (+5,632)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    50,239 miles
    Test number
    676421207478
    • AdvisoryFront wipers starting to smear

  21. Pass44,607 miles (+5,259)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    44,607 miles
    Test number
    848269254262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,348 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    39,348 miles
    Test number
    845934753268
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about K30 DSB

Does K30 DSB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K30 DSB expired on 25 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K30 DSB?
The MOT on K30 DSB expired on 25 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K30 DSB done?
K30 DSB was recorded at 97,645 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2025, an average of 4,842 miles a year.
Has K30 DSB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K30 DSB has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on K30 DSB 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 K30 DSB find?
K30 DSB passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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