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Volkswagen Beetle

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,896 cc

T8 KPAMOT history

T8 KPA is a blue diesel Volkswagen Beetle first used on 5 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 108,353 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Nov 2026
Mileage
108,353 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,148 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 KPA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,896 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
5 May 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 KPA was last recorded at 108,353 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 1,734 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,619 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,734 miles
Average per year
4,148 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 108,353 miles
  • 2024 – 106,619 miles
  • 2023 – 103,977 miles
  • 2022 – 103,003 miles
  • 2021 – 98,202 miles
  • 2020 – 97,669 miles
  • 2019 – 93,509 miles
  • 2018 – 89,602 miles
  • 2017 – 86,199 miles
  • 2016 – 80,923 miles
  • 2015 – 76,490 miles
  • 2014 – 74,119 miles
  • 2013 – 72,181 miles
  • 2012 – 68,876 miles
  • 2011 – 61,744 miles
  • 2010 – 49,834 miles
  • 2009 – 39,969 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,353 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,353 miles (+1,734)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    108,353 miles
    Test number
    674034540577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass106,619 miles (+15)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    106,619 miles
    Test number
    332424987778
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  3. Fail106,604 miles (+2,627)1 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,604 miles
    Test number
    298045985358
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  4. Pass103,977 miles (+974)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    103,977 miles
    Test number
    615978592343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass103,003 miles (+4,801)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    103,003 miles
    Test number
    885272745824
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin corroded

  6. Pass98,202 miles (+533)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    98,202 miles
    Test number
    120371595418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass97,669 miles (+4,160)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    97,669 miles
    Test number
    943536120759
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass93,509 miles (+7)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    93,509 miles
    Test number
    528225257732
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  9. Fail93,502 miles (+3,900)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,502 miles
    Test number
    737829388443
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (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))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  10. Pass89,602 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2019
    Odometer
    89,602 miles
    Test number
    579421891176
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMinor damage in windscreen

  11. Fail89,602 miles (+3,403)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,602 miles
    Test number
    524648595325
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMinor damage in windscreen

  12. Pass86,199 miles (+5,276)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2018
    Odometer
    86,199 miles
    Test number
    972975787656
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper smeary and split at end
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear axle front bush is deteriorated and has slight lateral play
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' x 2 stone chips (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass80,923 miles (+4,433)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    80,923 miles
    Test number
    352749118864
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre punctured
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has cuts in tread
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  14. Pass76,490 miles (+2,371)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    76,490 miles
    Test number
    208858445129
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass74,119 miles (+1,938)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    74,119 miles
    Test number
    655269034129
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOsr brake slightly binding

  16. Pass72,181 miles (+3,305)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    72,181 miles
    Test number
    537343623118
    • NoteRear brake pads look low

  17. Pass68,876 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    68,876 miles
    Test number
    268565132446
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn to 3mm
    • NotePlastic undertrays fitted
    • NoteRear exhaust slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight damage to windscreen

  18. Fail68,876 miles (+7,132)1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,876 miles
    Test number
    437105032117
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn to 3mm
    • NotePlastic undertrays fitted
    • NoteRear exhaust slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight damage to windscreen

  19. Pass61,744 miles (+11,910)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    61,744 miles
    Test number
    325632431142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,834 miles (+9,865)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    49,834 miles
    Test number
    323363730136
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAll tyres starting to get low

  21. Pass39,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    39,969 miles
    Test number
    272153039479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T8 KPA

Does T8 KPA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T8 KPA is valid until 19 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T8 KPA?
The MOT on T8 KPA is valid until 19 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T8 KPA done?
T8 KPA was recorded at 108,353 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 4,148 miles a year.
Has T8 KPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 KPA has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T8 KPA 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 T8 KPA find?
T8 KPA passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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