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Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,596 cc

L27 WKSMOT history

L27 WKS is a blue petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 31 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 132,360 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
132,360 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,719 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L27 WKS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 May 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L27 WKS was last recorded at 132,360 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 4,698 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,662 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,698 miles
Average per year
6,719 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,360 miles
  • 2025 – 127,662 miles
  • 2024 – 124,732 miles
  • 2023 – 122,368 miles
  • 2022 – 122,364 miles
  • 2021 – 119,811 miles
  • 2020 – 112,530 miles
  • 2019 – 97,159 miles
  • 2018 – 79,391 miles
  • 2017 – 73,218 miles
  • 2016 – 68,679 miles
  • 2015 – 62,827 miles
  • 2014 – 53,134 miles
  • 2013 – 45,240 miles
  • 2012 – 35,153 miles
  • 2011 – 29,926 miles
  • 2010 – 24,632 miles
  • 2009 – 20,123 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,360 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn TOP MOUNT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn TOP MOUNT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,360 miles (+4,698)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    132,360 miles
    Test number
    764339742573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass127,662 miles (+2,930)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    127,662 miles
    Test number
    890931600989
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass124,732 miles (+2,364)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    124,732 miles
    Test number
    425111163691

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass122,368 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    122,368 miles
    Test number
    396278833407
    • AdvisoryAmber air bag light on
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight lenses faded causing poor beam images
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken off exhaust
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake disc's corroded

  5. Fail122,364 miles (+2,553)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,364 miles
    Test number
    593436375012
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill corroded and holed within 30cm of rear axle mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill corroded and holed within 30cm of rear axle mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Slight movement in both front top strut mounts

  6. Pass119,811 miles (+4)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    119,811 miles
    Test number
    434656212214
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn TOP MOUNT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn TOP MOUNT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail119,807 miles (+7,277)2 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,807 miles
    Test number
    775617402849
    • MajorNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn TOP MOUNT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn TOP MOUNT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass112,530 miles (+15,371)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    112,530 miles
    Test number
    424539853928
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn smooth inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has light stonechip damage in the swept area.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and worn smooth inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass97,159 miles (+17,768)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    97,159 miles
    Test number
    328663422037
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Steering rack has slight play in the tie rods.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has stonechip damage in the swept.

  10. Pass79,391 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    79,391 miles
    Test number
    822969959526
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring engine bay components
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring underside components

  11. Fail79,391 miles (+6,173)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,391 miles
    Test number
    146160637086
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring engine bay components
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring underside components

  12. Pass73,218 miles (+4,539)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    73,218 miles
    Test number
    668632558401
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass68,679 miles (+5,852)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    68,679 miles
    Test number
    427891375857
    • AdvisorySLIGHT PLAY O/S N/S RACK ARMS

  14. Pass62,827 miles (+9,693)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    62,827 miles
    Test number
    277896955033
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass53,134 miles (+7,894)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    53,134 miles
    Test number
    236419744046
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteNear side track rod has slight play

  16. Pass45,240 miles (+10,087)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    45,240 miles
    Test number
    905009343087
    • NoteScratch in windscreen from nearside wiper

  17. Pass35,153 miles (+5,227)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    35,153 miles
    Test number
    585191662030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail29,926 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,926 miles
    Test number
    356373741180
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

  19. Pass29,926 miles (+5,294)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    29,926 miles
    Test number
    486433041182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,632 miles (+4,509)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    24,632 miles
    Test number
    110664840109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    20,123 miles
    Test number
    724548229171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L27 WKS

Does L27 WKS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L27 WKS is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L27 WKS?
The MOT on L27 WKS is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L27 WKS done?
L27 WKS was recorded at 132,360 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 6,719 miles a year.
Has L27 WKS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L27 WKS has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on L27 WKS 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 L27 WKS find?
L27 WKS passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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