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Orange · Diesel · 2017 · 1,968 cc

S8 GKFMOT history

S8 GKF is an orange diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 31 Mar 2017. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 34,304 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

S8 GKF orange Volkswagen Beetle – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
34,304 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,269 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 GKF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,968 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
31 Mar 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 GKF was last recorded at 34,304 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 1,820 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
32,484 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,820 miles
Average per year
4,269 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 34,304 miles
  • 2025 – 32,484 miles
  • 2024 – 27,452 miles
  • 2023 – 22,370 miles
  • 2022 – 17,401 miles
  • 2021 – 11,406 miles
  • 2020 – 8,346 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass34,304 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

9 tests since 16 Mar 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass34,304 miles (+1,820)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    34,304 miles
    Test number
    565390056742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass32,484 miles (+5,032)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    32,484 miles
    Test number
    814705253689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass27,452 miles (+5,082)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    27,452 miles
    Test number
    607574837911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass22,370 miles (+4,969)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    22,370 miles
    Test number
    718340654781
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass17,401 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    17,401 miles
    Test number
    121059591982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail17,401 miles (+5,995)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,401 miles
    Test number
    445232254528
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass11,406 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    11,406 miles
    Test number
    516936941659
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on outer edge - 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre worn on outer edge - 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail11,390 miles (+3,044)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,390 miles
    Test number
    590874716335
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre cut to cords at tread pattern. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNSR tyre is punctured.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre 3.0mm at outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre 3.0mm at outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres are heavily cracked between the tread pattern. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass8,346 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    8,346 miles
    Test number
    865667133805
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (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 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Questions about S8 GKF

Does S8 GKF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S8 GKF is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S8 GKF?
The MOT on S8 GKF is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S8 GKF done?
S8 GKF was recorded at 34,304 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 4,269 miles a year.
Has S8 GKF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 GKF has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on S8 GKF 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 S8 GKF find?
S8 GKF passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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