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Red · Petrol · 2011 · 1,596 cc

K80 SVEMOT history

K80 SVE is a red petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 25 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 8 Aug 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 98,062 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

K80 SVE red Volkswagen Beetle – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Aug 2027
Mileage
98,062 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,509 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K80 SVE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
25 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K80 SVE was last recorded at 98,062 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,058 miles · 23 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
6,509 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,062 miles
  • 2025 – 93,237 miles
  • 2024 – 87,508 miles
  • 2023 – 75,511 miles
  • 2022 – 66,605 miles
  • 2021 – 57,693 miles
  • 2020 – 49,898 miles
  • 2019 – 41,580 miles
  • 2018 – 35,387 miles
  • 2017 – 30,989 miles
  • 2016 – 29,370 miles
  • 2015 – 24,878 miles
  • 2014 – 17,729 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,062 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 21 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,062 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    98,062 miles
    Test number
    118389382867
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail98,058 miles (+4,821)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,058 miles
    Test number
    182910210217
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass93,237 miles (+20)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    93,237 miles
    Test number
    775538367476
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Fail93,217 miles (+5,709)2 dangerous6 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,217 miles
    Test number
    399960215402
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill holed at rear axle area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill holed at rear axle area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass87,508 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    87,508 miles
    Test number
    161098215719
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail87,508 miles (+12)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,508 miles
    Test number
    266433776024
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to major leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail87,496 miles (+11,985)2 dangerous6 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,496 miles
    Test number
    248407914867
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle and rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2 mm tread - nail in tire = tire size = 205-55-16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm tread - screw in tire = tire size = 205-55-16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from engine
  8. Pass75,511 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    75,511 miles
    Test number
    968024121272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail75,511 miles (+8,906)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,511 miles
    Test number
    376348592599
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass66,605 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    66,605 miles
    Test number
    884127583563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail66,563 miles (+8,870)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,563 miles
    Test number
    899750853130
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass57,693 miles (+7,795)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    57,693 miles
    Test number
    699751234127
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  13. Pass49,898 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    49,898 miles
    Test number
    639882141200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail49,892 miles (+1,692)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,892 miles
    Test number
    842405139293
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  15. Pass48,200 miles (+6,620)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    48,200 miles
    Test number
    395772143894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,580 miles (+6,193)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    41,580 miles
    Test number
    201161852202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,387 miles (+4,398)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    35,387 miles
    Test number
    473440781217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,989 miles (+1,619)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    30,989 miles
    Test number
    855339223604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,370 miles (+4,492)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    29,370 miles
    Test number
    598258603705
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre (6years old) perished and cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre (6years old) perished and cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre (6years old) perished and cracking
  20. Pass24,878 miles (+7,149)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    24,878 miles
    Test number
    315750075038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished slightly
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished slightly
  21. Pass17,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    17,729 miles
    Test number
    175800984479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K80 SVE

Does K80 SVE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K80 SVE is valid until 8 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K80 SVE?
The MOT on K80 SVE is valid until 8 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K80 SVE done?
K80 SVE was recorded at 98,062 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 6,509 miles a year.
Has K80 SVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K80 SVE has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on K80 SVE 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 SVE find?
K80 SVE passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive.

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