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Silver and Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,595 cc

T6 KCDMOT history

T6 KCD is a silver and black petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 31 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 135,030 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
135,030 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,296 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T6 KCD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,595 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T6 KCD was last recorded at 135,030 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 12,951 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,079 miles · 18 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
12,951 miles
Average per year
8,296 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,030 miles
  • 2025 – 122,079 miles
  • 2024 – 108,764 miles
  • 2023 – 100,376 miles
  • 2021 – 97,704 miles
  • 2020 – 95,094 miles
  • 2019 – 89,823 miles
  • 2018 – 80,894 miles
  • 2017 – 66,253 miles
  • 2016 – 52,854 miles
  • 2015 – 41,041 miles
  • 2014 – 32,957 miles
  • 2013 – 27,692 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,030 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Both front steering arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Apr 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,030 miles (+12,951)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    135,030 miles
    Test number
    313128700564
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass122,079 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    122,079 miles
    Test number
    644562693614
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail122,079 miles (+13,315)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,079 miles
    Test number
    814880753486
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass108,764 miles (+8,388)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    108,764 miles
    Test number
    313704620798
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  5. Pass100,376 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    100,376 miles
    Test number
    502930791136
    • AdvisoryBoth front steering arm
    • AdvisoryBoth track rod end
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail100,376 miles (+2,672)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,376 miles
    Test number
    183359686694
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front steering arm
    • AdvisoryBoth track rod end
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass97,704 miles (+3)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    97,704 miles
    Test number
    583050836811
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All springs are corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDip stick broken
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both D-bushes are worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides are deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail97,701 miles (+2,607)1 dangerous2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,701 miles
    Test number
    574587861380
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All springs are corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDip stick broken
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both D-bushes are worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides are deteriorated (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass95,094 miles (+5,271)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    95,094 miles
    Test number
    503818090145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top strut mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner 'D' bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top strut mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass89,823 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    89,823 miles
    Test number
    689889564089
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Mounting adrift but still supporting exhaust. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both "D" bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail89,808 miles (+8,914)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,808 miles
    Test number
    856311479114
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective Mounting adrift but still supporting exhaust. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both "D" bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass80,894 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    80,894 miles
    Test number
    285948707462
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken but system still secure.
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing and wearing on inner edges.

  13. Fail80,885 miles (+14,632)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,885 miles
    Test number
    790581376794
    • MajorEmissions not tested cant hold engine speed as required. (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorSide repeater not working offside lamp in mirror. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust mount broken but system still secure.
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perishing and wearing on inner edges.

  14. Pass66,253 miles (+13,399)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    66,253 miles
    Test number
    564166264875
    • 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)

  15. Pass52,854 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    52,854 miles
    Test number
    564349696435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail52,782 miles (+11,741)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,782 miles
    Test number
    407865843025
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  17. Pass41,041 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    41,041 miles
    Test number
    746130865167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail41,035 miles (+8,078)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,035 miles
    Test number
    926305255157
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass32,957 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    32,957 miles
    Test number
    736959144172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail32,957 miles (+5,265)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,957 miles
    Test number
    387488844156
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteEngine mangement fault light on

  21. Pass27,692 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    27,692 miles
    Test number
    526184813127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T6 KCD

Does T6 KCD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T6 KCD is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T6 KCD?
The MOT on T6 KCD is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T6 KCD done?
T6 KCD was recorded at 135,030 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 8,296 miles a year.
Has T6 KCD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T6 KCD has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T6 KCD 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 T6 KCD find?
T6 KCD passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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