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Grey · Petrol · 2007 · 1,596 cc

LS56 KAKMOT history

LS56 KAK is a grey petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 3 Jan 2007. Its MOT expired on 3 Sept 2023 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 92,816 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Sept 2023
Mileage
92,816 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2022
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,091 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 KAK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,596 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
3 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 KAK was last recorded at 92,816 miles on 10 Aug 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,816 miles · 8 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,091 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 92,816 miles
  • 2021 – 85,020 miles
  • 2020 – 77,776 miles
  • 2019 – 67,098 miles
  • 2018 – 59,315 miles
  • 2017 – 49,562 miles
  • 2016 – 43,687 miles
  • 2015 – 37,698 miles
  • 2014 – 30,713 miles
  • 2013 – 24,459 miles
  • 2012 – 21,351 miles
  • 2011 – 18,737 miles
  • 2010 – 16,091 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,816 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) BOTHRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySILLS CORRODEDRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,816 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    92,816 miles
    Test number
    194830657920
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) BOTH
    • AdvisorySILLS CORRODED

  2. Fail92,816 miles (+7,796)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,816 miles
    Test number
    509474501968
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) BOTH
    • AdvisorySILLS CORRODED

  3. Pass85,020 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    85,020 miles
    Test number
    443426641727
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail85,019 miles (+7,243)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,019 miles
    Test number
    692401857565
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass77,776 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    77,776 miles
    Test number
    292617927296
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OUTER SILLS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail77,776 miles (+10,678)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,776 miles
    Test number
    645818673349
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testStop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OUTER SILLS (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass67,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    67,098 miles
    Test number
    735601097334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail67,095 miles (+7,780)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,095 miles
    Test number
    956201941180
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding both sides (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorUpper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass59,315 miles (+9,753)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    59,315 miles
    Test number
    861066757101
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryCentre stop light not working

  10. Pass49,562 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    49,562 miles
    Test number
    906498445836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail49,562 miles (+5,875)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,562 miles
    Test number
    396570429117
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  12. Pass43,687 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    43,687 miles
    Test number
    455029715321
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail43,687 miles (+5,989)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,687 miles
    Test number
    169622913968
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass37,698 miles (+6,985)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    37,698 miles
    Test number
    623151942416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,713 miles (+2,374)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    30,713 miles
    Test number
    398209284496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,339 miles (+3,880)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    28,339 miles
    Test number
    899043704042
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass24,459 miles (+3,108)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    24,459 miles
    Test number
    729603803053
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner edges

  18. Fail21,351 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,351 miles
    Test number
    138723302021
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  19. Pass21,351 miles (+2,614)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    21,351 miles
    Test number
    479663002032
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  20. Pass18,737 miles (+2,646)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    18,737 miles
    Test number
    987674001060
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Fail16,091 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,091 miles
    Test number
    162714800009
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass16,091 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    16,091 miles
    Test number
    683724400022
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS56 KAK

Does LS56 KAK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS56 KAK expired on 3 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS56 KAK?
The MOT on LS56 KAK expired on 3 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS56 KAK done?
LS56 KAK was recorded at 92,816 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2022, an average of 6,091 miles a year.
Has LS56 KAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 KAK has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LS56 KAK 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 LS56 KAK find?
LS56 KAK passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; play in steering rack inner joint(s) both; sills corroded.

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