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AL02 PEP

2015 Volkswagen Beetle

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

59,881 mi
Last recorded59,881 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2015 Volkswagen Beetle41,051 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAL02 PEP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year2015
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 59,881 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

TPMS light on

chips in windscreen

Pass 10 Mar 2025 53,994 miles

TPMS light on

Pass 26 Mar 2024 48,241 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides low on tread, worn smooth on inner edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides plus blocking on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Mar 2024 48,241 miles

Offside Side repeater not working in mirror (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides low on tread, worn smooth on inner edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides plus blocking on inner edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2023 41,626 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 36,448 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides several cuts (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 31,405 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2021 31,369 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 27,067 miles

Both rear tyres have minor cuts to tread

Pass 13 Mar 2019 22,489 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 17,288 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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AL02 PEP is a 2015 Volkswagen Beetle in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2015 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 41,051 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beetle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AL02 PEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 11 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AL02 PEP registered?

AL02 PEP is a 2015 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 31 March 2015.

Is AL02 PEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AL02 PEP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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