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Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,984 cc

W228 KFWMOT history

W228 KFW is a silver petrol Volkswagen Beetle first used on 3 Mar 2000. Its MOT expired on 10 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 82,405 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Feb 2023
Mileage
82,405 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,609 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W228 KFW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Beetle
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,984 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
3 Mar 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

W228 KFW was last recorded at 82,405 miles on 11 Feb 2022, 1,079 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,326 miles · 23 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
1,079 miles
Average per year
3,609 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 82,405 miles
  • 2021 – 81,326 miles
  • 2019 – 76,299 miles
  • 2018 – 74,106 miles
  • 2017 – 70,789 miles
  • 2016 – 67,377 miles
  • 2015 – 62,687 miles
  • 2014 – 57,498 miles
  • 2013 – 54,101 miles
  • 2012 – 48,638 miles
  • 2011 – 41,708 miles
  • 2010 – 35,618 miles
  • 2009 – 32,377 miles
  • 2008 – 30,481 miles
  • 2007 – 28,242 miles
  • 2006 – 25,259 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,405 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.

  • Underbody corrosion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,405 miles (+1,079)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    82,405 miles
    Test number
    400921464374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass81,326 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    81,326 miles
    Test number
    475201833674
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Fail81,324 miles (+5,025)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,324 miles
    Test number
    783129092263
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting SILL (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass76,299 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    76,299 miles
    Test number
    432334938719
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  5. Fail76,295 miles (+2,189)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,295 miles
    Test number
    196191605307
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm likely to fail Wishbone has excessive play (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  6. Pass74,106 miles (+3,317)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    74,106 miles
    Test number
    546578544497
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corrosion

  7. Pass70,789 miles (+3,412)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    70,789 miles
    Test number
    338677573399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass67,377 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    67,377 miles
    Test number
    929120925740
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail67,377 miles (+4,690)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,377 miles
    Test number
    424479215659
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass62,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    62,687 miles
    Test number
    715602095139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail62,687 miles (+5,189)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,687 miles
    Test number
    129151395147
    • FailureFront Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  12. Pass57,498 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    57,498 miles
    Test number
    225844574492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail57,497 miles (+3,396)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,497 miles
    Test number
    948654674108
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  14. Pass54,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    54,101 miles
    Test number
    196612973185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail54,101 miles (+5,463)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,101 miles
    Test number
    118811473110
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass48,638 miles (+6,930)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    48,638 miles
    Test number
    508586642198
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass41,708 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    41,708 miles
    Test number
    296357531102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail41,668 miles (+6,050)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,668 miles
    Test number
    208013931454
    • 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)

  19. Pass35,618 miles (+3,241)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    35,618 miles
    Test number
    373706460132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,377 miles (+1,896)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    32,377 miles
    Test number
    244276059474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,481 miles (+2,239)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    30,481 miles
    Test number
    304207258168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,242 miles (+2,983)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    28,242 miles
    Test number
    382864417113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    25,259 miles
    Test number
    402912006143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W228 KFW

Does W228 KFW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W228 KFW expired on 10 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W228 KFW?
The MOT on W228 KFW expired on 10 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W228 KFW done?
W228 KFW was recorded at 82,405 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2022, an average of 3,609 miles a year.
Has W228 KFW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W228 KFW has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on W228 KFW 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 W228 KFW find?
W228 KFW passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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