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Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,984 cc

V20 KAJMOT history

V20 KAJ is a green petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 5 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Oct 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 107,902 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Oct 2026
Mileage
107,902 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,476 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V20 KAJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
5 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V20 KAJ was last recorded at 107,902 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 1,735 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 Oct 2011: 15,216 miles, lower than 46,081 miles on 8 Nov 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
106,167 miles · 1 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,735 miles
Average per year
4,476 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 107,902 miles
  • 2024 – 106,167 miles
  • 2023 – 103,414 miles
  • 2022 – 99,165 miles
  • 2021 – 97,068 miles
  • 2020 – 94,886 miles
  • 2019 – 85,950 miles
  • 2018 – 77,000 miles
  • 2017 – 67,378 miles
  • 2016 – 67,377 miles
  • 2013 – 66,466 miles
  • 2012 – 58,703 miles
  • 2011 – 15,216 miles
  • 2010 – 46,081 miles
  • 2009 – 39,404 miles
  • 2008 – 32,058 miles
  • 2007 – 24,665 miles
  • 2006 – 20,392 miles
  • 2005 – 17,671 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,902 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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,902 miles (+1,735)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    107,902 miles
    Test number
    746925094789

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass106,167 miles (+2,753)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    106,167 miles
    Test number
    495886002824
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass103,414 miles (+4,249)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    103,414 miles
    Test number
    497606310396
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass99,165 miles (+2,097)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    99,165 miles
    Test number
    334813373005
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass97,068 miles (+2,182)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    97,068 miles
    Test number
    820722148071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass94,886 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    94,886 miles
    Test number
    465933459934
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail94,886 miles (+8,936)2 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,886 miles
    Test number
    772192833686
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass85,950 miles (+8,950)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    85,950 miles
    Test number
    378647862496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    77,000 miles
    Test number
    819876266346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail77,000 miles (+9,622)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,000 miles
    Test number
    714155554810
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  11. Pass67,378 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    67,378 miles
    Test number
    202071085153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass67,377 miles (+911)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    67,377 miles
    Test number
    835340158285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,466 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    66,466 miles
    Test number
    738386523328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  14. Fail66,445 miles (+7,742)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,445 miles
    Test number
    398414023330
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  15. Pass58,703 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    58,703 miles
    Test number
    506047202336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail58,703 miles (+43,487)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,703 miles
    Test number
    448386602472
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass15,216 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    15,216 miles
    Test number
    458548001324
    • DangerousOil filler cap missing

  18. Fail15,216 miles (-30,865)2 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,216 miles
    Test number
    589914901345
    • DangerousNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • DangerousOil filler cap missing
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass46,081 miles (+6,677)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    46,081 miles
    Test number
    584082210365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,404 miles (+7,346)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    39,404 miles
    Test number
    232019009310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    32,058 miles
    Test number
    500274908377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail32,058 miles (+7,393)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,058 miles
    Test number
    321482008314
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  23. Pass24,665 miles (+4,273)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    24,665 miles
    Test number
    692085627225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass20,392 miles (+2,721)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    20,392 miles
    Test number
    322013236240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass17,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    17,671 miles
    Test number
    101711135280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V20 KAJ

Does V20 KAJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V20 KAJ expired on 17 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V20 KAJ?
The MOT on V20 KAJ expired on 17 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V20 KAJ done?
V20 KAJ was recorded at 107,902 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025, an average of 4,476 miles a year.
Has V20 KAJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V20 KAJ has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on V20 KAJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Oct 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V20 KAJ find?
V20 KAJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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