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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,984 cc

T25 KAPMOT history

T25 KAP is a black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 26 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 20 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 116,112 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Nov 2026
Mileage
116,112 mi
At MOT on 19 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T25 KAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T25 KAP was last recorded at 116,112 miles on 19 Nov 2025, 4,381 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,731 miles · 6 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,381 miles
Average per year
4,754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 116,112 miles
  • 2024 – 111,731 miles
  • 2023 – 107,403 miles
  • 2022 – 103,492 miles
  • 2021 – 99,980 miles
  • 2020 – 97,101 miles
  • 2019 – 93,623 miles
  • 2018 – 89,926 miles
  • 2017 – 86,684 miles
  • 2016 – 84,045 miles
  • 2015 – 81,128 miles
  • 2014 – 78,007 miles
  • 2013 – 74,593 miles
  • 2012 – 70,927 miles
  • 2011 – 67,953 miles
  • 2010 – 64,340 miles
  • 2009 – 61,089 miles
  • 2008 – 46,376 miles
  • 2007 – 36,388 miles
  • 2006 – 24,877 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,112 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisorySteering rack has a small leak

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside front indicator pale

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,112 miles (+4,381)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    116,112 miles
    Test number
    655073427069
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has a small leak

  2. Pass111,731 miles (+4,328)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    111,731 miles
    Test number
    691055132015
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass107,403 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    107,403 miles
    Test number
    331730377170
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail107,391 miles (+3,899)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,391 miles
    Test number
    567205889879
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn debounded (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement split bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass103,492 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    103,492 miles
    Test number
    553011992715
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail103,492 miles (+3,512)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,492 miles
    Test number
    583457376868
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass99,980 miles (+2,879)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    99,980 miles
    Test number
    533657495513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass97,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    97,101 miles
    Test number
    104314225260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail97,101 miles (+3,478)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,101 miles
    Test number
    623934068667
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

  10. Pass93,623 miles (+3,697)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    93,623 miles
    Test number
    422764574962
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass89,926 miles (+3,242)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    89,926 miles
    Test number
    560201877747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass86,684 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    86,684 miles
    Test number
    680813558644
    • AdvisoryNearside front indicator pale

  13. Fail86,681 miles (+2,636)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,681 miles
    Test number
    657115483574
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc inner (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBoth handbrake levers on calipers not returning to stops
    • AdvisoryNearside front indicator pale
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre bald on inner edge ,has several small cuts and has a nail in it
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre bald on inner edge and has several cuts in it

  14. Pass84,045 miles (+2,917)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    84,045 miles
    Test number
    126644216091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass81,128 miles (+3,121)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    81,128 miles
    Test number
    463119592459
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass78,007 miles (+3,414)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    78,007 miles
    Test number
    739285424367
    • NoteWiper arms are worn

  17. Pass74,593 miles (+3,666)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    74,593 miles
    Test number
    497897413381
    • NoteThe wiper arms are showing signs of wear

  18. Pass70,927 miles (+2,974)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    70,927 miles
    Test number
    165710622358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,953 miles (+3,613)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    67,953 miles
    Test number
    135323111390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass64,340 miles (+3,251)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    64,340 miles
    Test number
    172150120319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass61,089 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    61,089 miles
    Test number
    174003029343
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. Fail61,087 miles (+14,711)1 dangerous9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,087 miles
    Test number
    902461829320
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass46,376 miles (+9,988)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    46,376 miles
    Test number
    543932518369
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront number plate fading

  24. Fail36,388 miles3 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,388 miles
    Test number
    334094177495
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing more on edges. But not too excess at present.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn more on inner edge but not too excess at present.
    • NoteThe rear brake pads that I can see are at about 2mm and should be replaced as soon as possible.

  25. Pass36,388 miles (+11,511)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    36,388 miles
    Test number
    364894777298
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing more on edges. But not too excess at present.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn more on inner edge but not too excess at present.
    • NoteThe rear brake pads that I can see are at about 2mm and should be replaced as soon as possible.

  26. Fail24,877 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,877 miles
    Test number
    870904456265
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  27. Pass24,877 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    24,877 miles
    Test number
    942854556273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T25 KAP

Does T25 KAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T25 KAP is valid until 20 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T25 KAP?
The MOT on T25 KAP is valid until 20 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T25 KAP done?
T25 KAP was recorded at 116,112 miles at its MOT on 19 Nov 2025, an average of 4,754 miles a year.
Has T25 KAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T25 KAP has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T25 KAP 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 T25 KAP find?
T25 KAP passed its latest MOT on 19 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; steering rack has a small leak.

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