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Volkswagen Beetle

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,596 cc

K31 FHYMOT history

K31 FHY is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 15 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 13 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 95,152 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Apr 2027
Mileage
95,152 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,003 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K31 FHY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K31 FHY was last recorded at 95,152 miles on 14 Apr 2026, 72 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,080 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
72 miles
Average per year
4,003 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,152 miles
  • 2025 – 95,080 miles
  • 2023 – 95,017 miles
  • 2022 – 87,660 miles
  • 2021 – 80,452 miles
  • 2020 – 75,452 miles
  • 2019 – 70,471 miles
  • 2018 – 64,987 miles
  • 2017 – 60,683 miles
  • 2016 – 56,274 miles
  • 2015 – 51,726 miles
  • 2014 – 47,648 miles
  • 2013 – 42,114 miles
  • 2012 – 38,506 miles
  • 2011 – 36,349 miles
  • 2010 – 33,130 miles
  • 2009 – 28,790 miles
  • 2008 – 23,632 miles
  • 2007 – 19,638 miles
  • 2006 – 16,130 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,152 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,152 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    95,152 miles
    Test number
    950581749086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass95,080 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    95,080 miles
    Test number
    260019599818
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail95,080 miles (+63)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,080 miles
    Test number
    551043077053
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass95,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    95,017 miles
    Test number
    991808976805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail95,017 miles (+7,357)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,017 miles
    Test number
    476179467960
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass87,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    87,660 miles
    Test number
    708976070507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail87,660 miles (+7,208)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,660 miles
    Test number
    774769478409
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass80,452 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    80,452 miles
    Test number
    668809366976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail80,451 miles (+4,999)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,451 miles
    Test number
    417922087554
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  10. Pass75,452 miles (+4,981)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    75,452 miles
    Test number
    411916643270
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  11. Pass70,471 miles (+5,484)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    70,471 miles
    Test number
    937248728495
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass64,987 miles (+4,304)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    64,987 miles
    Test number
    516015488174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,683 miles (+4,409)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    60,683 miles
    Test number
    112728288953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,274 miles (+4,548)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    56,274 miles
    Test number
    562146266905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,726 miles (+4,078)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    51,726 miles
    Test number
    218612995175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside sill damaged.

  16. Pass47,648 miles (+5,534)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    47,648 miles
    Test number
    855825494141
    • NoteNearside outter sill damaged.

  17. Pass42,114 miles (+3,608)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    42,114 miles
    Test number
    466594193199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail38,506 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,506 miles
    Test number
    875422292137
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAir bag light illuminated
    • NoteO/s/f tyre on 3mm

  19. Pass38,506 miles (+2,157)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    38,506 miles
    Test number
    966492692102
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAir bag light illuminated
    • NoteO/s/f tyre on 3mm

  20. Pass36,349 miles (+3,219)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    36,349 miles
    Test number
    718987691185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,130 miles (+4,340)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    33,130 miles
    Test number
    233820990176
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking on sidewall to tread both getting low on tread 205/55/16 91 W
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded on inner face pads 40% worn approx

  22. Pass28,790 miles (+5,158)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    28,790 miles
    Test number
    171820889194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,632 miles (+3,994)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    23,632 miles
    Test number
    302129668168
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  24. Pass19,638 miles (+3,508)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    19,638 miles
    Test number
    660506977125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass16,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    16,130 miles
    Test number
    993768596190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K31 FHY

Does K31 FHY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K31 FHY is valid until 13 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K31 FHY?
The MOT on K31 FHY is valid until 13 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K31 FHY done?
K31 FHY was recorded at 95,152 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2026, an average of 4,003 miles a year.
Has K31 FHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K31 FHY has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on K31 FHY 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 K31 FHY find?
K31 FHY passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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