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Red · Diesel · 2012 · 1,968 cc

K80 GKTMOT history

K80 GKT is a red diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 12 Nov 2012. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 82,797 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

K80 GKT red Volkswagen Beetle – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
82,797 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,954 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K80 GKT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
12 Nov 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K80 GKT was last recorded at 82,797 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,797 miles · 21 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,954 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,797 miles
  • 2025 – 79,463 miles
  • 2023 – 75,156 miles
  • 2022 – 74,270 miles
  • 2021 – 73,545 miles
  • 2019 – 67,289 miles
  • 2018 – 57,182 miles
  • 2017 – 44,496 miles
  • 2016 – 31,726 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,797 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR MOUNT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

13 tests since 6 Jan 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,797 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    82,797 miles
    Test number
    232068214035
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail82,797 miles (+3,334)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,797 miles
    Test number
    256653115680
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass79,463 miles (+4,307)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    79,463 miles
    Test number
    379895932955
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracking in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass75,156 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    75,156 miles
    Test number
    160107004939
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (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 outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Fail75,150 miles (+880)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,150 miles
    Test number
    701710176631
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (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 outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass74,270 miles (+188)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    74,270 miles
    Test number
    873189829555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass74,082 miles (+537)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    74,082 miles
    Test number
    687128810638
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Scuffed on outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Scuffed on outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass73,545 miles (+6,256)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    73,545 miles
    Test number
    671327556613
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass67,289 miles (+35)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    67,289 miles
    Test number
    332352497938
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR MOUNT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing CRACKING IN BETWEEN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Fail67,254 miles (+10,072)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,254 miles
    Test number
    550888852364
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR MOUNT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing CRACKING IN BETWEEN TREAD (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass57,182 miles (+12,686)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    57,182 miles
    Test number
    702767150357
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySERVICE LIGHT ILLUMINATED
  12. Pass44,496 miles (+12,770)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    44,496 miles
    Test number
    596942850291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass31,726 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    31,726 miles
    Test number
    991659271133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K80 GKT

Does K80 GKT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K80 GKT is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K80 GKT?
The MOT on K80 GKT is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K80 GKT done?
K80 GKT was recorded at 82,797 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 4,954 miles a year.
Has K80 GKT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K80 GKT has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on K80 GKT 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 K80 GKT find?
K80 GKT passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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