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Volkswagen Beetle

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

K30 TRDMOT history

K30 TRD is a black diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 14 Dec 2012. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 114,188 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

K30 TRD black Volkswagen Beetle – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
114,188 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,853 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K30 TRD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
14 Dec 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K30 TRD was last recorded at 114,188 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 11,061 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,127 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
11,061 miles
Average per year
8,853 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,188 miles
  • 2025 – 103,127 miles
  • 2024 – 91,785 miles
  • 2023 – 86,935 miles
  • 2022 – 77,613 miles
  • 2020 – 63,163 miles
  • 2019 – 53,861 miles
  • 2018 – 44,612 miles
  • 2017 – 36,070 miles
  • 2016 – 26,171 miles
  • 2015 – 24,289 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,188 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 28 Nov 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,188 miles (+11,061)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    114,188 miles
    Test number
    576716825894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass103,127 miles (+11,342)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    103,127 miles
    Test number
    878300761969
    • AdvisoryBrake pressure build up slow (1.1.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass91,785 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    91,785 miles
    Test number
    394705060257
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Fail91,785 miles (+4,850)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,785 miles
    Test number
    181980573798
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass86,935 miles (+9,322)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    86,935 miles
    Test number
    501225723977
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass77,613 miles (+14,450)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    77,613 miles
    Test number
    103841562040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass63,163 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    63,163 miles
    Test number
    837030170728
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail63,147 miles (+9,286)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,147 miles
    Test number
    219843893447
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass53,861 miles (+9,249)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    53,861 miles
    Test number
    761066160768
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass44,612 miles (+8,542)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    44,612 miles
    Test number
    995535287223
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  11. Pass36,070 miles (+9,899)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    36,070 miles
    Test number
    310254357169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass26,171 miles (+1,882)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    26,171 miles
    Test number
    808804205379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass24,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    24,289 miles
    Test number
    444538511041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K30 TRD

Does K30 TRD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K30 TRD is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on K30 TRD?
The MOT on K30 TRD is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K30 TRD done?
K30 TRD was recorded at 114,188 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 8,853 miles a year.
Has K30 TRD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K30 TRD has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on K30 TRD 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 TRD find?
K30 TRD passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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